Atty. Joseph J. Weissman

Atty. Joseph J. Weissman

Joe is a board certified intellectual property attorney with significant experience litigating commercial and intellectual property matters in both federal and state court. He specializes in intellectual property litigation (including trademark, copyright and patent matters), trademark and copyright registration, computer litigation, and domain name/cybersquatting issues.

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Profile Summary

About Joseph J. Weissman at a glance

Joseph J. Weissman is a patent, trademark, and ip attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Johnson, Pope, Bokor, Ruppel & Burns LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar. Educated at The George Washington University (J.D., 1994) and University of Pennsylvania (BA, 1990). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law (2026). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joe is a board certified intellectual property attorney with significant experience litigating commercial and intellectual property matters in both federal and state court
  • He specializes in intellectual property litigation (including trademark, copyright and patent matters), trademark and copyright registration, computer litigation, and domain name/cybersquatting issues
  • His practice covers commercial litigation, including non-compete agreements, antitrust matters and general business disputes
  • Joe spent five years practicing law in Washington before making the move to Tampa
  • He’s been with Johnson Pope since 2002

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph J. Weissman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph J. Weissman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark 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 Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph J. Weissman

Where is Joseph J. Weissman's law office located?
Joseph J. Weissman's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Johnson, Pope, Bokor, Ruppel & Burns LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph J. Weissman handle?
Joseph J. Weissman focuses on patent, trademark, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Joseph J. Weissman go to law school?
Joseph J. Weissman earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (BA, 1990).
How can I contact Joseph J. Weissman for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph J. Weissman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joseph J. Weissman received?
Joseph J. Weissman's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent; Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law; Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Intellectual Property (Tampa); Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Tampa).

Education

J.D.
The George Washington University
- 1994
BA
University of Pennsylvania
- 1990

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Intellectual Property (Tampa)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Tampa)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Tampa)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Trademark Law (Tampa)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Tampa)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Florida, The Florida Bar
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar

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