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Parker Poe Attorneys Ranked as Leaders in the World Trademark Review 1000

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  • January 29, 2026

Raleigh, NC – Feedback from Parker Poe's clients and peers led to rankings for the firm and five of its attorneys in the World Trademark Review 1000: The World's Leading Trademark Professionals. Will Cannon, Sloan Carpenter, Eva Frongello, Chris Thomas, and Laura Wright were ranked in the Carolinas.  

The WTR 1000 is the result of months of research involving interviews with hundreds of clients and lawyers. The publication found that "client-centric" Parker Poe offers "the full gamut of IP needs, ensuring businesses receive thorough protection of their rights and assets."

The publication highlighted how:

  • Chris Thomas "steps into his clients' shoes and is very service-oriented. He consistently delivers excellent advice and pragmatic solutions."
     
  • "Tech-savvy" Will Cannon "excels in analyzing complex legal mandates to propel clients to success."
     
  • Sloan Carpenter and Eva Frongello "are masters at managing extensive global portfolios and defending their clients' IP rights."

WTR 1000 describes itself as "a unique guide that identifies the top trademark professionals in key jurisdictions around the globe." You can find its rankings here

About Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP
Businesses and local governments turn to Parker Poe to structure transactions, navigate regulations, and resolve disputes. Founded in 1884, the Southeast business law firm today has over 300 attorneys across offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Washington, DC.

Parker Poe is a member of two leading international legal networks: TerraLex and the Employment Law Alliance. TerraLex and the ELA have chosen Parker Poe to help guide clients through the challenges of global business.