Josh Waterston is a senior attorney with Wilftek. He practices intellectual property and technology law, focusing on the intersection of technology, privacy, and security. He enables clients to leverage cloud computing opportunities while mitigating their legal and financial exposure. In short, he helps clients take advantage of opportunities created by new technology without falling into hidden traps. Wilftek works with clients of all sizes (one-person startups to Fortune 500 to Global 10,000).
Prior to joining Wilftek, Josh was associated with two other firms, practicing intellectual property and technology law. He has represented clients in Federal copyright, trademark, and patent infringement litigation.
Mr. Waterston has spent much of his career as a litigator. He has handled civil and criminal litigation from trial through appellate stages, having litigated well over 30,000 cases in two decades. He served for over seven years as Chief Counsel of the Delaware County Office of Support Enforcement, managing the law office of Pennsylvania’s third-largest child support agency and leading a program which collected over $3 Million in overdue child support. Josh is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania state courts, as well as the United States District Courts in the Eastern, Middle, and Western districts of Pennsylvania. He is certified by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) as a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) and an Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP).
Josh has been voted one of the top attorneys in Delaware County and the Main Line over the last several years. He chairs the Pennsylvania Bar Association Intellectual Property section's Trademark committee, is an appointed member of the PBA's Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility committee, and is a member of the American Bar Association and PBA committees on intellectual property and privacy. He is also a member of the Delaware County Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Intellectual Property Forum, InfraGard (an FBI/private sector alliance), and is a current member and former board member of the Cloud Security Alliance – Delaware Valley Chapter.
He has taught continuing legal education seminars on intellectual property law, privacy and cybersecurity, technology and ethics, and family law. Recently, Josh has spoken on issues of generative artificial intelligence and intellectual property rights. He has followed the waves of technology for decades, building and repairing computers, designing and coding websites, and dabbling in programming.
Joshua D. Waterston
Senior Attorney and Director of Fractional Counsel Services
2024 PBI Technology Institute presentation: "Who Owns That?: Guiding Intellectual Property Clients Through the A.I. Labyrinth"
In this presentation, Fred Wilf, Josh Waterston, and Lewis Sorokin discussed intellectual property issues posed by AI, including recent litigation, proposals for legislation and regulation, current efforts by individuals and the tech industry to mitigate IP risks, and best practices for both clients and lawyers in an era of uncertainty. Attendees gained the insights necessary to effectively counsel clients on the issues facing this groundbreaking new technology.
Fred Wilf, Josh Waterston, Lewis Sorokin
April 25, 2024
A.I., Esquire, Evolved: More Promises and Pitfalls of Using Artificial Intelligence in Your Law Firm
Joshua D. Waterston and Lewis D. Sorokin were joined by Judge Margaret Amoroso, and educated lawyers and paralegals about the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by law firms during this presentation at the Delaware County Bar Association on March 6, 2024.
Josh Waterston and Lewis Sorokin demonstrated the newest uses of AI, shared examples of how a potential client could use AI (and then quickly need legal services), and discussed AI tools for law firms, using AI in court, and practical guidance in using this groundbreaking technology.
Josh Waterston, Lewis Sorokin
March 6, 2024
Smart Families, Smarter Lawyers: Adapting to AI and Connected Devices in Family Law
Josh Waterston was joined by Judge Berry, presenting a CLE for the Delaware County Bar Association's Family Law Section, educating family lawyers on issues raised by smart technology devices and artificial intelligence tools.
Josh Waterston
February 28, 2024
A.I., Esquire – The Promise and Pitfalls of Using Artificial Intelligence in Your Law Firm
Joshua D. Waterston and Lewis D. Sorokin educated lawyers and paralegals about the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by law firms during this presentation at the Delaware County Bar Association on November 29, 2023. AI chatbots have become useful tools for the public, and AI could transform the practice of law through efficient research, analysis, and even document preparation. However, lawyers must follow ethical requirements, such as client confidentiality, as they leverage this new technology.
Josh Waterston, Lewis Sorokin
November 29, 2023
Video: Intersection of Intellectual Property and AI
Fred Wilf and Josh Waterston's September 2023 presentation at the Drexel Law School's Privacy, Security and Compliance Program, on the intersection of Intellectual Property and AI.
Fred Wilf, Josh Waterston
September 28, 2023
When Fake Becomes Real: Musicians Meet AI
Josh Waterston participated in a CLE panel, which involved a spirited discussion on the rights of musicians and the public when artificial intelligence can make it difficult to tell what is real.
Josh Waterston
June 7, 2023
2023 PBI Technology Institute presentation on Intellectual Property Protection for Generative AI Creations
A presentation by Fred Wilf and Josh Waterston on the intersection of Intellectual Property and AI. They discussed existing copyright authorship requirements and reviewed how these may be applied to works derived from AI.
Fred Wilf, Josh Waterston
March 28, 2023
Video: Intellectual Property Protection for Generative AI Creations - 2023 Trenton Computer Festival
Recording of Fred Wilf's presentation and Q&A at the world's oldest and longest-running technology fair, regarding the intersection of Intellectual Property and AI. Fred discussed existing copyright authorship requirements, and reviewed how these may be applied to works derived from AI.
Fred Wilf, Josh Waterston
March 17, 2023
Privacy Law Update - 2022 Trenton Computer Festival
Fred Wilf and Josh Waterston shared a Privacy Law update at the world's oldest and longest-running technology fair. They discussed new and existing state privacy laws, the impact of the European Union's GDPR on privacy laws across the world, how California's CPRA changes the existing CCPA, and new and proposed Federal laws. They also shared best practices to comply with current and pending privacy laws.
Fred Wilf, Josh Waterston
March 18, 2022
Presentations
Josh Waterston has given many presentations to lawyers, judges, and the community. You can see recent examples below.
Articles
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Certified Information Privacy Professional / United States
Josh Waterston holds a CIPP/US certification from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), a leading privacy organization.
Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional
Mr. Waterston also holds an AIGP certification from IAPP. AIGP is a newer certification, covering the fast-changing area of AI, ensuring that AI development and use follows the law and best practices.
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Main Line Today Top Lawyers edition (August 2025)
Mr. Waterston was featured in the August 2025 article, "What Does the Growth of AI Mean for Original Content?"
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Main Line Today Top Lawyers edition (August 2023)
Mr. Waterston was featured in the August 2023 article, "How Social Media Impacts Legal Disputes, According to Main Line Area Experts"
PDF version here, reprinted with permissionMain Line Today Top Lawyers, Delaware County Daily Times Best Lawyers
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Main Line Today Top Lawyers (2018, 2020 - 2025)
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Delaware County Daily Times Best Lawyers (2016 - 2021)
Money Matters TV interview
Josh Waterston joined host Robin Bond, Esq. in this Dec. 3, 2025 segment to explain the real legal risks businesses face as AI adoption accelerates. The segment covers privacy obligations, contract pitfalls, and the growing problem of AI hallucinations. A practical overview for individuals and companies looking to use AI safely and responsibly.
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Presentations
A.I., Esquire – The Promise and Pitfalls of Using Artificial Intelligence in Your Law Firm
Joshua D. Waterston and Lewis D. Sorokin educated lawyers and paralegals about the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by law firms during this presentation at the Delaware County Bar Association on November 29, 2023. AI chatbots have become useful tools for the public, and AI could transform the practice of law through efficient research, analysis, and even document preparation. However, lawyers must follow ethical requirements, such as client confidentiality, as they leverage this new technology.
November 29, 2023
Video: Intersection of Intellectual Property and AI
Fred Wilf and Josh Waterston's September 2023 presentation at the Drexel Law School's Privacy, Security and Compliance Program, on the intersection of Intellectual Property and AI.
September 28, 2023
When Fake Becomes Real: Musicians Meet AI
Josh Waterston participated in a CLE panel, which involved a spirited discussion on the rights of musicians and the public when artificial intelligence can make it difficult to tell what is real.
June 7, 2023
2023 PBI Technology Institute presentation on Intellectual Property Protection for Generative AI Creations
A presentation by Fred Wilf and Josh Waterston on the intersection of Intellectual Property and AI. They discussed existing copyright authorship requirements and reviewed how these may be applied to works derived from AI.
March 28, 2023
Video: Intellectual Property Protection for Generative AI Creations - 2023 Trenton Computer Festival
Recording of Fred Wilf's presentation and Q&A at the world's oldest and longest-running technology fair, regarding the intersection of Intellectual Property and AI. Fred discussed existing copyright authorship requirements, and reviewed how these may be applied to works derived from AI.
March 17, 2023
Privacy Law Update - 2022 Trenton Computer Festival
Fred Wilf and Josh Waterston shared a Privacy Law update at the world's oldest and longest-running technology fair. They discussed new and existing state privacy laws, the impact of the European Union's GDPR on privacy laws across the world, how California's CPRA changes the existing CCPA, and new and proposed Federal laws. They also shared best practices to comply with current and pending privacy laws.
March 18, 2022