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Michael Jon Douglas
About Michael
Biography
Outside of work, my two favorite things are in the picture above. I am extremely fortunate to have a supportive wife who understands the time committment necessary to effectively represnt businesses and individuals in complex litigation.
My primary areas of focus are business, franchise and intellectual property litigation. We represent plaintiffs and defendants and feel equally comfortable and competent on either side of the v.
In our free time, we enjoy attending music and sporting events and travelling. My wife is a wine sommelier which adds a unique perspective to our travels and allows us to meet interesting wine producers all over the world.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Litigation
30%
11 years
Business
20%
11 years
Intellectual Property
20%
11 years
Communications and Media
10%
11 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
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Licensed in Alabama for 24 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Leak & Douglas, P.C.
17 20th St. North, Suite 200, Birmingham, AL, 35203
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Michael Jon Douglas's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have been working with Mike for years on a variety of civil litigation and intellectual property matters. In every instance, Mike exhibits the professionalism, skill and dedication that you look for when selecting legal counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mike on many matters. Smart efficient responsive and tenacious. The best. Bill Hasty"
"I highly endorse Mike. He has handled matters of high importance for many of my clients and always achieved successful results."
"Mike is one of the most intelligent and confident lawyers I know. If you have a unique problem, he is your man."
Matthew Conn
Litigation lawyer
William Andrews
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2014
Best of the Bar, Birmingham Business Journal
2014
Best of Bar - Entertainment Law, Birmingham Bar Association
2012
Best of Bar - Entertainment Law, Birmingham Bar Association
2011
Rising Star, B-Metro
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Leak & Douglas, P.C.
2012 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Samford University
2011 - 2012
Adjunct Professor, University Of Alabama
2001 - 2015
Partner, Friedman, Dazzio, Zulanas & Bowling PC
Associations
2013 - 2016
Alabama State BarCommittee Member - Intellectual Property Section
Sample of Legal Cases
Willis v. UFL Team Virginia, LLC
Confidential Settlement.
AFC Franchising, LLC
Confidential Settlement.
Acoustic Artistry
Confidential Settlement.
Guthries Franchising, Inc. v. Tender Dippers, Inc.
Temporary Restraining Order and Confidential Settlement.
Taylor Hicks v. Baldwin Entertainment, Inc.
Temporary Restraining Order and Confidential Settlement.
Education
N/A
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Auburn University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Monthly Meeting
Intellectual Property and Social Media: What Everyone Should Know
Publications
2013
Intellectual Property, Entertainment and Sports Law Newsletter of the Alabama State Bar
Growing Opportunities in Entertainment Law
Languages
English