Joel R. Samuels

Joel is a principal at Harness, Dickey & Pierce, PLC. Joel’s practice focuses on contested matters across all range of intellectual property disputes. Joel routinely handles matters in district courts and Patent Office proceedings, including post grant review proceedings and TTAB oppositions and cancellations. Additionally, Joel’s practice includes portfolio management, including prosecution, licensing, enforcement and development arrangements. Joel also provides IP training and management advice for his clients.

Outside of the office, Joel is a music enthusiast and a multi-instrumentalist. His musical accomplishments include a performance at the famed Carnegie Hall. He also enjoys hiking, fishing and gardening. Prior to becoming an attorney, Joel served as a first responder as an emergency medical technician- basic.