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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10 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by MIKE | October 17, 2011 | Business

OUTSTANDING BUSINESS LAWYER

At the recommendation of another client, I hired Atlanta attorney Forrest K. Clinard to manage some business related legal issues. As a business law and business litigation specialist, Forrest K. Clinard exuded professionalism, legal knowledge, and excellent communication skills. He listened, a...ddressed my concerns, and seemed genuinely interested in protecting my assets. Forrest was punctual in delivering the services I requested. Service fees were very affordable for the Atlanta area. Despite hundreds of business lawyers in metro Atlanta, I would rank Forrest second to none. I believe both corporate and small business persons would benefit from Forrest K. Clinard’s expertise in business law.

Posted by Darrell | July 28, 2011 | Personal Injury

Compassionate and Effective

When I first met with Forrest Clinard I was impressed with his demeanor. Instead of filling me with b.s. about the law and what he had done in the past he listened to my case wholeheartedly. He understood my goals and what I needed to accomplish and worked the case to meet those expectations. I w...as most concerned about getting my medical bills paid and the liens against me fulfilled. Mr. Clinard was able to educate me of the entire process instead of just letting me wait by the way side. I have dealt with lawyers in the past that leave you in the dark unless they need something signed, but I was always able to get my questions answered with Forrest and a complete understand of the events unfolding. In the end I was pleased with the end result and would recommend him to anyone with the unfortunate event of dealing with a personal injury claim.

Posted by anonymous | July 19, 2011 | Litigation

Absolutely One of Atlanta’s Best Litigation Attorney!

Having worked with many lawyers throughout my career, I can wholeheartedly state that Forrest Clinard is absolutely one of Atlanta’s best litigation attorney! For several years, Mr. Clinard has provided me with exceptional wise counsel. Aside from possessing honor and a thorough knowledge of the l...aw, he is genuinely committed to protecting the best interest of his clients. For me, contending with business litigation issues can be often be confusing and stressful, knowing this, Mr. Clinard attentively addressed my questions by providing me with clarification of the straight facts and guiding me through the whole process. He has demonstrated a high level of expertise and epitomizes professionalism never losing sight of achieving the objective. On more than one occasion and without any hesitation, I have referred Forrest Clinard to friends and acquaintances that were also in need of an excellent business litigation attorney!

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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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