Atty. John Clinton Wimbish

Atty. John Clinton Wimbish

Mr. John Clinton Wimbish is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, patents - biotechnology and chemical and 1 other area of law.

Charlotte Charlotte 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About John Clinton Wimbish at a glance

John Clinton Wimbish is a Partner based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on patent, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2003) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina registered to practice before U.S. Patent and (2003). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law (J.D., 2003) and Princeton University (M.A. Chemistry, 2000). Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Clinton Wimbish is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, patents - biotechnology and chemical and 1 other area of law
  • John received a M.A. degree from Princeton University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • John practices at Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

John Clinton Wimbish's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Clinton Wimbish handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charlotte are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Clinton Wimbish

Where is John Clinton Wimbish's law office located?
John Clinton Wimbish's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Clinton Wimbish handle?
John Clinton Wimbish focuses on patent, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John Clinton Wimbish practiced law?
John Clinton Wimbish has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did John Clinton Wimbish go to law school?
John Clinton Wimbish earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (M.A. Chemistry, 2000).
How can I contact John Clinton Wimbish for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law
- 2003
M.A. Chemistry
Princeton University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina registered to practice before U.S. Patent and
Admitted: 2003

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