Joseph C. Gratz

5.0 (1 reviews)

San Francisco, California

20+ years experience

Morrison Foerster

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

415-268-7000

https://www.mofo.com/people/joseph-gratz

425 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94105-2482

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Bio

Joseph C. Gratz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Copyright Law, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent.Joseph C., who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2012. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Joseph C. Gratz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Copyright Law, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent.Joseph C., who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2012. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Joseph C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Copyright Law
Recognized: Litigation - Intellectual Property
Recognized: Litigation - Patent

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012

Education

University of Minnesota, J.D., graduated 2005

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Reviews

Jeffrey Rogers

2 weeks ago

A Strategic Partner for Complex IP and Copyright Matters

Our company faced a high-stakes copyright and trade secret dispute that threatened a core product line. We engaged Joseph Gratz at Morrison Foerster, and his guidance was instrumental in navigating the crisis. Joseph’s deep, two-decade-long expertise in intellectual property litigation was immediately apparent. He didn't just react to the lawsuit; he developed a comprehensive strategy that considered both the immediate litigation and our long-term business interests in San Francisco's competitive tech landscape. His recognition in Best Lawyers for Copyright and IP Litigation is well-deserved. Joseph translated complex patent and copyright concepts into clear business risks and opportunities for our executive team. His calm, methodical approach under pressure was reassuring, and his negotiation from a position of strength led to a highly favorable settlement that protected our assets without the cost and distraction of a protracted trial. He is more than an attorney; he is a true strategic advisor.