Top Intellectual Property Lawyers Near Me in Atlanta Area

Tyree Hyche & Dixon - Atlanta services creative entrepreneurs in the fields of entertainment, intellectual property and business law handling contract drafting and negotiations, business formation and consultation, trademark and copyright registrations, career development and strategy, and more.As an avid lover of the ARTS, musician and photographer, I have the pleasure of advocating on behalf of "creatives" (entrepreneurs, producers, writers, musicians, artists, filmmakers alike) in the entertainment and startup/business realms. My passion lies in contributing to the integrity and protection of the arts and those who create it; as well as, assisting with the birth of new ideas and helping them become a reality by way of business growth.. Please schedule a Discovery Call here:

Tayah is a litigation powerhouse. Having worked for large firms, small firms, solo practictioners, and a federal judge, there is hardly anything she hasn't seen, argued, or defended against when it comes to commercial litigation. Her clients have included Fortune 500 companies, startups, black-owned businesses, and individuals facing discrimination or homelessness. Tayah now specializes in intellectual property litigation, including complex claims of trademark and copyright infringement. She is supported by Vivid IP, a women-led, boutique law firm with expertise in every aspect of clearing, registering, and defending trademarks, copyrights, and patents. Comprised of nationally recognized attorneys, Vivid IP is committed to providing innovative and bold solutions, and it never backs down from a challenge.

Since beginning his legal career in 1998, Jeffrey’s practice has included a wide variety of intellectual property and corporate matters. Jeffrey regularly works with both small businesses and internationally recognized brands on a broad range of IP matters, including trademark counseling, prosecution and portfolio management, IP litigation and anti-counterfeiting.. Jeffrey’s corporate practice focuses on corporate formation, organization and governance, as well as structuring and negotiating a wide range of business transactions, mergers and acquisitions.. Throughout his career, Jeffrey has served clients in an extensive range of industries and business areas, including clothing, apparel and fashion, cosmetics, wines and spirits, hospitality, agricultural products, healthcare technology and consulting, furniture designers and manufacturers, foodservice distribution, confectionery, law firms, medical practices, jewelers and jewelry manufacturers, software developers, real estate agencies, salons, electronics manufacturers, banks and cinemas.. Jeffrey enjoys live music, jogging and playing tennis, as well as travelling with his wife Laura, and their two daughters, Elena and Orly.

Russell Blythe is a partner in King & Spalding's Atlanta office. He focuses his practice on intellectual property litigation and counseling with a primary emphasis on patent litigation. He has represented a number of Fortune 100 and other clients in patent infringement lawsuits in federal district courts across the United States, including cases involving oil & gas, mechanical devices, optical systems, fluid mechanics, polymer chemistry, and telecommunications. He has successfully argued Markman and summary judgment hearings and has jury trial experience, including direct and cross examination of expert witnesses. Mr. Blythe also applies his technical and legal skills in complex false advertising matters. Mr. Blythe has particular expertise in the area of advertising litigation related to greenwashing and the use of environmental statements.Mr. Blythe graduated with high honors from Georgia Tech and is registered to practice as a Patent Attorney before the United States Patent & Trademark Office. He received his law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law, where he graduated, magna cum laude, and was on the Georgia Law Review. He has served as faculty for the Emory Trial Techniques program, completed the National Institute for Trial Advocacy's National Session program, and is a member of the Atlanta IP Inn of Court.

Peter F. Schoenthaler is the founder of the Schoenthaler Law Group. Mr. Schoenthaler is a business lawyer with a broad based background in many areas of the law. He brings substantial experience in corporate and transactional law and significant, varied experience in both federal and state litigation matters.. Mr. Schoenthaler started his career in consulting for the accounting and business consulting firm Arthur Andersen. He subsequently worked for an Atlanta based general practice firm where he gained experience in broad and diverse areas of the law before joining an intellectual property and corporate boutique firm where he developed expertise in those specialized practice areas.. On the litigation side, Mr. Schoenthaler is accomplished in many areas of law and has successfully represented clients in hundreds of cases, including business and complex litigation, patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret claims and business litigation.. Mr. Schoenthaler is permanently admitted to the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Eleventh and Tenth Circuits. In addition to handling cases across the United States, he is permanently admitted in the United States District Courts for the Northern District of Georgia, Eastern District of Texas, District of Colorado, District of Connecticut, and the Eastern District of Michigan.. On the corporate side, Mr. Schoenthaler’s areas of expertise include corporate and business transactions, mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt financing transactions, corporate and securities law and compliance, intellectual property and technology transactions and counseling relating to business transactions (including new business formation, strategic alliances, joint ventures, distribution agreements, secured transactions and general commercial/UCC matters). His experience spans a variety of business sizes and types, and with companies doing business in a wide range of industries, including software and technology, information technology, venture capital, portfolio company management, and private equity.

Michael ("Mike") J. Powell helps clients and counsel navigate the complexities and costs associated with intellectual property matters.  Having practiced IP law since 1991, his extensive experience includes representing businesses in litigation and transactional matters involving patent, trademark, trade dress, copyright, trade secret, unfair competition, false advertising, antitrust and related issues.  Mr. Powell is a registered patent attorney, a frequent lecturer on IP issues, and a registered IP mediator.  Using knowledge, skills, and resources acquired over many years, Mr. Powell’s clients engage his firm’s services to simplify complex IP matters, reduce costs associated with IP issues, and avoid unnecessary litigation when possible.. Representative IP Mediation and Litigation Experience. ·        Trademark and Copyright Litigation - Successfully mediated resolution of federal case involving an alleged $30M damages based on claims of secondary trademark and copyright infringement liability.. ·        Manufacturing Patent Litigation - Counsel to international refrigeration hardware and food services equipment manufacturer in patent infringement litigation against competitor.   Successfully mediated resolution of case including agreed upon injunctive relief.. ·        NPE Patent / Antitrust Litigation - Counsel to defendant accused by captive NPE of infringing patents with antitrust counterclaims against NPE and its parent.   Successfully mediated case resulting in narrowing of issues and dismissal of patent claims.. ·        Copyright Litigation - Consulting expert for customer relationship management (CRM) software owner in U.S. District Court case for infringement, breach of contract, and conversion.  Successfully mediated resolution.. ·        Patent, Trademark, and Trade Dress Litigation - Counsel to international food container manufacturer enforcing patent, trademark and trade dress rights against competitor in U.S. District Court.  Successfully negotiated and obtained court-ordered injunctive relief.. ·        Computer Hardware and Software Patent Litigation - Defended subsidiary of publicly-traded company against patent infringement claims concerning wireless thin client technology.  Successfully negotiated and obtained dismissal of claims.. ·        Trade Secret Litigation  - Defended information technology (IT) consulting firm against claims that client had stolen trade secrets after client replaced competitor on multi-million dollar maintenance and upgrade of utility software and systems. Obtained dismissal. Affirmed by U.S. Court of Appeals. See Southern Nuclear Operating Company, Inc. v. Electronic Data Systems Corporation v. Computer Technology Solutions, Inc., 273 . 834, 2008 WL 1700204 (11th Cir. 2008).. ·        Semiconductor Patent Litigation - Defended overseas manufacturer of computer chips (semiconductors and toroid transformers) and U.S. subsidiary against patent infringement allegations. See e.g., Halo Electronics, Inc. v. Bel Fuse, Inc. et al., 2010 WL 2464811 (N.D.Cal. 2010).  Successfully obtained dismissal of U.S. District Court case following multiple mediations.. ·        Electronics Patent Litigation - Defended subsidiary of publicly-traded company against patent infringement claims filed by global competitor in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia concerning flicker compensation systems for flat panel displays. Successfully conducted negotiations and obtained dismissal of U.S. District Court case.. ·        Retail Patent Infringement Litigation - Counsel to national retailers (restaurant chain, electronics retail store, office supply retail store) defending against patent infringement claims made by Non-Practicing Entity (NPE or patent troll) concerning financial transaction systems. See Ware et al. v. Circuit City Stores, Inc. et al, 2010 WL 767094 (N.D.Ga. 2010). Successfully negotiated settlement agreements and obtained dismissals of U.S. District Court case(s).. ·        Retail Copyright Infringement Litigation - Defended national department store retailer and product supplier against allegations of infringing copyright and engaging in unfair competition.  Obtained dismissal of allegations.. ·        Manufacturing Unfair Competition Litigation - Defended North American vehicle parts manufacturer against competitor's claims of unfair competition (trade dress), theft of trade secrets and unjust enrichment in Ohio state court.  Successfully narrowed issues in dispute through mediation, conducted further negotiations, and obtained dismissal.. ·        Nitrile Glove Patent Litigation - Defended multiple glove manufacturers against allegations of patent infringement before the International Trade Commission and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia.   Successfully negotiated settlement agreements resulting in terminations of investigations and dismissals of court claims.. ·        Construction/Copyright Litigation - Consulting expert to litigation counsel for hotel owner accused, in construction dispute, of infringing architect's copyright in breach of contract for use of architectural drawings and specification after architect was terminated for cause.  Obtained settlement.. ·        Non Profit IP Litigation - Defended 501(c)(3) organization against conversion and misappropriation of IP claims in trial, appellate and bankruptcy courts.  Obtained court-ordered dismissals following multiple efforts to mediate resolution. See e.g., Fowler v. Our Loving Mother's Children, Inc. et al., 262 Ga. App. 288; 585 S.E.2d 211 (Ga. App. 2003); Little Drummer Boy Productions, Inc. v. OLMC, Inc. et al., 2001 WL 766963 (E.D.La. 2001); In Re Waitz, 567 S.E.2d 87, 255 Ga.App. 841, 2 FCDR 1817 (Ga. App. 2002).. ·        False Marking/Deceptive Trade Practices Litigation - Counsel to exclusive patent licensee in infringement, false marking, and deceptive trade practices case. Obtained court-ordered injunctive relief and damages. See Enforcer Products, Inc. v. Robert Birdsong et al., 98 F.3d 1359, 40 U.S.P.Q.2d 1958, 1996 WL 592161 (Fed. Cir. 1996).

John Hutchins is a seasoned technology lawyer with a broad range of skills and experience. His practice is a combination of complex commercial litigation and trial work, technology transactions, and compliance advice and counseling. He is Co-Leader of LeClairRyan’s Technology practice. His quarter century of litigation experience runs the gamut in subject matter, from software, to data breaches, to eminent domain, to vintage race cars, to death penalty habeas corpus, but he has particular experience in matters involving technology, intellectual property, privacy and data security, government procurement, restrictive covenants and breach of fiduciary duty. He has tried numerous cases to jury verdict, as well as bench trials, arbitrations and other evidentiary hearings in state and federal courts around the country.His transactional practice consists of a mix of complex technology transactions, including sourcing deals, hosted services arrangements, cloud computing, technology licensing, systems procurement and project implementation.His compliance practice focuses on state, federal and international privacy and data security issues, the Internet, e-commerce, cloud computing, social media, and records management. He founded LeClairRyan’s Privacy & Data Security practice and is the Editor of the firm’s blog – Information Counts. He is a frequent speaker and is published widely on technology law topics, and he has been quoted by news outlets like National Public Radio, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Forbes, ComputerWorld and Law360.

Intellectual Property Attorney. B.S. in Biology/Chemistry from The Unitersity of the South, Sewanee, TN. M.S. from University of Tennessee-Knoxville. J.D., The John Marshall Law School. LL.M in Intellectual Property, Washington University in St. Louis School of Law

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I am a licensed specialist in preparing and prosecuting domestic as well as international patent applications (both utility and design), trademarks, and copyrights.  I have served as General Counsel to several early stage companies.  Part of my expertise involves developing and executing strategies for securing the various aspects of company intellectual property, including portfolio development and maintenance, as well as negotiating and preparing licenses to patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.. Notable Clientele:. I have played a lead role in securing several high level patent portfolios for large corporations, including Microsoft, Cisco, and Cox.  In addition, I have prosecuted patents for other large corporate clients, including educational institutions Georgia Tech, ATT, General Electric, Coca-Cola, Halliburton, and many others.. Educational Background:. My area of expertise includes, but is not limited to, the Electrical, Computer, Software, Telecommunications, Optics, Digital Signal Processing, Medical-Devices, Industrial, and Mechanical arts.. National Sponsorships:. I sponsor the nation’s largest business incubators and accelerators, including MassChallange, Future Boston, HealthBox, Mosiac Hub, Bolt, and Running Start.  Complete listing at:

Experienced intellectual property and business litigator who has practiced in Atlanta for 20 years.  I focus on trademark infringement and trade secret and noncompete litigation.  I have also handled litigation in all areas of business litigation including complex contracts, business torts, insurance and employment litigation.. I have been selected as a Georgia Superlawyer six times and as Georgia Trend Magazine's Legal Elite.  I am a 1993 graduate of Yale Law School and a 1989 graduate of Tulane University.

Ed is a partner in the firm’s intellectual property practice group and a registered patent attorney.  His practice involves all aspects of intellectual property law, including patent procurement, trademark prosecution, copyright and trade secret.  Ed’s intellectual property experience encompasses patent prosecution, patent and IP strategy formulation, licensing, due diligence, patent opinions, and post-grant proceedings. Ed has served a variety of clients, including multinational corporations and start-up companies, in a variety of technological fields, including chemical, pharmaceutical, polymers, textiles, biotechnology, medical technology, energy, consumer products, mechanical devices, computers, software, electronics, and IoT (Internet of Things) devices.. Prior to entering private practice, Ed was a Clinical Pharmacist at Northside Hospital.  While a Clinical Pharmacist, Ed also served on numerous hospital governance committees, evaluated new drug formulary additions, participated in clinical investigational drug trials and development of therapeutic drug protocols.  Ed continues to work with health care and pharmaceutical companies, now providing counsel on issues ranging from regulatory matters before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to health care services agreements and compliance.  Ed also enjoys serving as a mentor for start-up teams in the Georgia Tech TI:GER program, a program focusing on commercialization of postgraduate research.. Education

David is a partner in the litigation group at Krevolin & Horst.  David has been selected on multiple occasions by AtlantaMagazine and Georgia Super Lawyers Magazine®as a Rising Star as one of the top defense litigators in Georgia.. David handles a wide variety of business litigation in the areas of accountant liability, business torts, contract, copyright and trademark protection, corporate governance, and trade secrets.. David graduated from the University of Michigan Magna Cum Laude in 1998 with a double honors B.A. in History and American Studies.  David is a member of the Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi and Golden Key honor societies. David then earned his J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law in Austin.

Consumer Rights & Construction Litigation Attorney. Over the course of my 20 year legal career, I have acted as legal counsel in hundreds of cases and disputes or various types, ranging from simple breach of contract actions in Small Claims (Magistrate) Court, to multi-party actions in Superior Court to complex Class Actions in Federal Court. Currently my practice is primarily devoted to Construction/Real Estate law and litigation (e.g. liens, breach of contract and related claims/disputes between businesses as well as consumers) and Consumer Rights/Credit litigation (e.g. Truth in Lending Act [TILA], Fair Credit Reporting/Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Acts [FCRA/FACTA], Fair Debt Collection Practices Act [FDCPA], Fair Credit Billing Act [FCBA], Consumer Leasing Act [Regulation Z], Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act [RESPA], Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act [HOEPA], Home Affordable Modification Program [HAMP], Making Homes Affordable Program [MHA], Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act ["Dodd-Frank"], Telephone Consumers Protection Act [TCPA], Junk Fax Prevention Act [JFPA] and related Federal Consumer Protection laws as well as those applicable in the State of Georgia.. Before starting my own firm, I practiced as a Litigation Associate at one of the nation's largest firms, Epstein, Becker & Green, representing both Plaintiffs and Defendants in complex commercial disputes. Prior to that, I was a Litigation Associate with one of Atlanta's oldest law firms, Greer, Klosik & Daugherty (GKD)[its name has since expanded], where I began my legal career. At GKD I handled primarily Insurance Defense matters, but I was also involved in a handful of plaintiff's personal injury cases. It was there that I developed the core foundation of my civil litigation experience; during the first few years of practice, I took or defended scores of depositions and was fortunate enough to have my first opportunity to act as lead counsel in a number of jury trials throughout the state. On a non-professional level, I devote a significant portion of my free time to road bicycling, and over the last eight years I have become an avid recreational/competitive cyclist and occasionally participate in cycling races throughout the state. I hold a Category 4/5 USCA Road Cycling License and as of 2008 was ranked 67th in the state in my age group. I am a Member of both CycleWorks [a/k/a North Ga. Cycling Association] and Dunwoody Cycling and frequently attend various Group Rides around the state.. I am also an avid tennis player [USTA 4.0], alpine skier, backpacker [I have hiked all sections of the GA AT, the Benton MacKaye Trail and many other trails in the SE] and competitive pool (billiards) player, and have won numerous tournaments in the latter over the years. I own two Pugs - my only "children" - and am a vocal proponent of Animal Rights and Environmental/Wilderness Protection [to name just a few], sometimes becoming involved with various causes related thereto. I am or have been a Member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (GTLA), Atlanta Lawyers Club, the National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA), ACLU, Dunwoody North Civic Assoc., Open Dekalb, Inc.; F.O.R. Dekalb County, Inc., Rails to Trails, P.A.T.H., USA Cycling, Sierra Club and the Appalachian Trial Conservatory.. PLEASE NOTE: Free consultations subject to scheduling availability and do not mean free legal advice - I will not offer legal advice without an attorney-client relationship. The idea here is to determine if your matter falls within my practice area.

Charles Bridgers graduated from Emory University with a double major in history and biology. He received his law degree from Georgia State University College of Law and obtained his law license in 1993, which qualified him to practice before all Georgia state courts. He also holds a license to appear before the U.S. district courts for the northern and middle districts of Georgia and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd, 6th and 11th districts.. He has been practicing law in Atlanta since he graduated cum laude from Georgia State University School of Law in 1993. Mr. Bridgers handles civil litigation for employees, executives, and employers having served as counsel in over 600 federal litigation matters including approximately 350 Fair Labor Standard Act cases. He is experienced in complex labor and employment matters; employment contract issues including non-competition, trade secrets, and other restrictive covenants; as well as the Fair Labor Standards Act. Mr. Bridgers also applies his experience in litigating problems to assist executives and employers to avoid disputes through initial employment agreements and, if necessary, through negotiation of fair severance agreements. He also organizes and advises a variety of exempt non-profit and religious organizations.. Mr. Bridgers serves as general counsel for several Atlanta businesses and is former local and conflict counsel for major national law firms.. Charles holds an AV / Preeminent rating from the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory and has been selected as a Georgia Superlawyer.

Attorney Amber Saunders' business and estate planning practice focuses on helping families enhance their lives today and secure their futures tomorrow. She excels in guiding her clients through the often-confusing maze of financial, business and legal decisions to create plans that ensure the well-being of their families and the accomplishment of cherished family goals. Her considerable legal expertise includes intellectual property, contract drafting and disputes, family protection, wealth preservation, and values-based planning, as well as planning strategies for unmarried couples and divorced individuals. Amber graduated from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School in 2009 and served as a Judicial Assistant to the Honorable Judge Penny Brown Reynolds on the State Court of Fulton County. While at John Marshall, Amber received the Advocacy Award for her work on the Moot Court Team, served as a Dean’s Fellow because of her legal writing skills, and served on both the local and regional board for the Black Law Students Association. After graduation, Amber started Enrichment Prep, a standardized test preparation company that focused on helping students in marginalized communities excel on college preparation exams. Amber won a start-up grant from 100 Urban Entrepreneurs and worked with the organization for several years helping minority entrepreneurs prepare to pitch their businesses to investors. Amber is the author of Ahead of the Curve: What Parents Need to Know to Get their Kids into College, which was published by Peterson’s in 2014. In 2013, Amber started Saunders Law Group, where she represented high-net-worth families and their businesses in various personal and business matters. Amber is the founding Partner of Naoulo & Saunders, a law firm in Atlanta, Georgia that specializing in providing a new approach to business planning that incorporates tax, succession, business, estate and intellectual property planning into every aspect of the work done for clients.