Grell & Watson is a dedicated intellectual property law firm specializing in patent and trademark law, serving clients in Raleigh and across the Carolinas. With a strong technical background in mechanical engineering and extensive legal experience, the firm stands out for its practical, client-focused approach to protecting innovations and brands.
The firm’s primary attorney, Jeff Watson, brings over 7.5 years of experience as a patent lawyer with a mechanical engineering degree from NC State University. He offers skilled counsel across a wide range of technologies, including automotive systems, software, medical devices, textiles, and business methods. Grell & Watson is known for being both experienced and affordable, making high-quality IP legal services accessible to inventors, startups, and established businesses.
Services Offered
- Patent Search
- Provisional Patent Application
- Non-Provisional Utility Patent Application
- Patent Prosecution
- Patent Litigation
- Patentability Opinions
- Infringement Opinions
- Clearance Opinions
- Trademark Search
- Trademark Application
- Trademark Prosecution
- Trademark Litigation
- Domestic Trademark Filings
- Foreign Trademark Filings
- Matters Before the TTAB (Trademark Trial and Appeal Board)
- License Agreement Preparation
- IP Procurement Counseling
The firm serves clients throughout North Carolina, with a focus on the Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Charlotte metro areas. Jeff Watson is licensed in North Carolina, registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and admitted to the Western District of North Carolina and the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
