Forrest Kim Clinard

Forrest Kim Clinard

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Entertainment Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Entertainment, Lawsuits & Disputes, Intellectual Property ... +2 more

1 Glenlake Pkwy Ne Ste 650, Atlanta, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 32 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1993

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 39 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1986

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Forrest K. Clinard

1 Glenlake Pkwy Ne Ste 650, Atlanta, GA, 30328

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Forrest Kim Clinard's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Toni | January 7, 2026 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Someone you want on your team!

My first encounter with Forrest Clinard was a welcolming one. Great patience and very structured and knowlegable.

Posted by Ryan | February 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

small business attorney

Forrest has been essential for our small business with all of our legal needs. He's professional, responsive, thorough, and reliable, and highly recommended.

Posted by Marjorie | February 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Phenomenal Entertainment Attorney

It has truly been a pleasure working with Mr. Forrest K. Clinard for the past 6 years. I found his information on "Avvo" in 2015. After looking through numerous entertainment attorneys on this site, I just kept coming back to his profile and reading all the wonderful comments from clients who have wo...rked with him. When we connected by phone and I explained my legal matters, I knew from the first phone call, that there was no need for me to search any further for an entertainment attorney. Over the years, I've learned so much terms used in the entertainment industry like option rights, life rights, option period, purchase agreement contracts, etc. Forrest's wealth of knowledge and years of experience in the industry gave me the fuel to start my production company. This year we gained the attention of a well known production company in Hollywood, with a story that I've been developing. Forrest was exceptional in guiding me through the process once the project got sold, as he made sure all the necessary paperwork was in place, thoroughly reviewing each document with me and making sure I had a good understanding of these contracts before signing them. Forrest is a true professional in the business, compassionate, honest, trustworthy and just a good hearted individual who puts the needs of his clients first and at the end of the day he gets the job done. I wish this site gave " 10 stars or more, because he would be so deserving of each one! I'm so blessed to have listened to my intuition when choosing him to represent me and I know that we will be working together for many years to come. Forrest is simply the BEST !!!

Posted by Tim | March 11, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Copyright and Intellectual Property Law - Well Explained

I attended the talk Forrest Clinard gave on copyright and aspects of intellectual property law. The presentation was thorough, with explanations of the history and current status of copyright and fair use. Mr. Clinard offered several examples of the do's and don'ts when using brand names and trade ...marked products. Ample time was given to questions from the audience. An informative presentation -

Posted by Robin | March 10, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

A Wealth of Information

I was referred to Forrest Clinard by a friend to help me copyright my book as I had no real experience with the process. He not only helped me with that but also agreed to come and speak to my group of writers on copyright legalities. He was well-prepared, knowledgeable, thorough, and organized. W...e all learned so much! I will certainly contact him again when I need to move my book into the film markets and for any other legal issues I might need.

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Forrest Kim Clinard's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joshua Schiffer

Intellectual property lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am a big fan of Forrest and literally just referred a client to him today. Intellectual Property is super dangerous in the hands of most lawyers. If you have something you want to protect get off the internet and call Forrest, he will graciously explain whats going on, talk strategy and protect your rights. Top Shelf Counsel."

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Joseph Rosen

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Forest is an excellant litigator. He is considerate of his clients and represnts them with zeal and expertise. The respect of his colleagues was evidenced by his service as the President and a long term Director of the North Fulton Bar Association."

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J. Salata

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Forest is one of the most talented and professional lawyers in our community. I consider it a great honor to be a fellow member of the bar with a lawyer of such high caliber."

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Scott Bonder

Litigation lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He was my opposing counsel in a complex and odd case. He was professional, friendly and very effective."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

2015 President's Award, North Fulton Bar Association

2008

Presidential Service Award, North Fulton Bar Association

1993

Award of Appreciation for Pro Bono Work, Orange County Bar Association

Associations

2016 - Present

Atlanta Film Society

Member

2015 - Present

Women in Film & Television in Atlanta

Member

2013 - Present

Georgia Production Partnership

Member

2008 - Present

North Fulton Bar Association

Past President

1994 - Present

North Fulton Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Georgia, Intellectual Property Law Section

Member

State Bar of Georgia, Entertainment and Sports Law Section

Member

2011 - 2012

Multi-Bar Leadership Council

Co-chairman

2009 - 2013

Multi-Bar Leadership Council

Director

2007 - 2008

North Fulton Bar Association

President

2004 - 2011

Cobb County Bar Association

Member

2004 - 2006

North Fulton Bar Association

Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

Giltex Corp. v. Diehl, 544 So. 2d 302 (Fla. 1st DCA 1989)

In a case still cited by others today the First District Court of Appeals reversed the trial court in favor of Mr. Clinard's client and remanded the case back to the trial court for further proceedings, which ultimately were successful for the client.

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Education

1986

The Florida State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

1991

Florida Engineering Society Journal Know Your Code of Ethics
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