M. Joseph Clement, Associate
jclement@wispearl.com

Joseph Clement is an associate with Wisler Pearlstine, concentrating his practice in the areas of Municipal Law, Zoning and Land Development, Business Law, Intellectual Property, and Civil Litigation.

Mr. Clement’s experience comprises: helping developers to navigate the nuances of local ordinances and zoning regulations; counseling artists, inventors, and business owners  regarding the protection, licensing and assignment of their intellectual property; preparing contracts for the sale and license of intellectual property; federally registering copyrights and trademarks; advising clients regarding the fine line between “fair use” and infringement of intellectual property rights; and, providing guidance to local agencies adjusting to the intricacies of information disclosure under Pennsylvania’s new Right-to-Know Law.

Mr. Clement’s legal education, training and work experience result in a unique set of skills in the areas of contract negotiations, intellectual property licensing and litigation.  He received both his law degree and his Master of Laws from Pierce Law where he won the ABA/BNA Award for Excellence in the Study of Intellectual Property.

During law school, Mr. Clement worked in the Office of the General Counsel for a  leading manufacturer of commercial and military avionics and electro-optic systems and he clerked for a well respected intellectual property boutique law firm.

Mr. Clement received his undergraduate degree in biological science from the University of Vermont.  Prior to joining Wisler Pearlstine, he worked for Merck & Co. Inc. for 7 years.

In addition to his practice, Mr. Clement enjoys spending time with his family, fishing, hiking, skiing and photography.