Joseph Theis is a co-founder of Theis Chayse LLP and a leading authority in intellectual property law. Throughout his legal career, he has built a reputation for delivering exceptional legal counsel and achieving outstanding results for clients across a wide range of industries.

Education and Legal Training

Joseph earned his Juris Doctor from the Columbus School of Law at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. During his time at CUA, he achieved distinction as a member of the Law and Technology Student Association, through which he developed a thorough understanding of a wide range of intellectual property issues and received a certificate of accomplishment for his studies.

Intellectual Property Expertise

Since the beginning of his legal career, Joseph has been dedicated to the practice of intellectual property law. He has extensive experience practicing in the areas of copyright, trademark, and digital brand enforcement, providing strategic guidance and representation to diverse individuals, businesses, and organizations.

In the realm of trademarks, Joseph has guided clients through the complexities of trademark registration, opposition and cancellation proceedings, and numerous enforcement actions. His deep understanding of brand protection strategies has enabled him to safeguard the valuable intellectual property assets of companies across various industries. He has also been twice published in World Trademark Review, discussing developing issues important to the rapidly evolving world of intellectual property.

Joseph has also distinguished himself for his work in copyright law, through which he has successfully protected the rights of authors, financial institutions, and content creators, developing programs for ongoing IP protection and enforcement. He has led presentations to clients summarizing developments in copyright law and current copyright cases with far-reaching consequences. He has also provided policy recommendations to the Library of Congress and Copyright Office regarding legislative changes necessary to address the advancements of artificial intelligence, and the resulting copyright implications.

Digital Brand Enforcement

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, Joseph has remained at the forefront of intellectual property law, specializing in digital brand enforcement strategies. He has developed innovative approaches to combat cybersquatting, online counterfeiting, and other forms of digital brand infringement, ensuring that his clients' brands maintain a strong and protected online presence.

Dedicated Advocate

Joseph has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to his clients' interests, delivering meticulous attention to detail, strategic thinking, and aggressive advocacy in all aspects of representation. He is a frequent author on intellectual property law topics, sharing his insights and expertise with clients, legal professionals, and industry leaders. He is also actively involved in various professional organizations, contributing to the advancement and development of intellectual property law.