Clayton, McKay & Bailey, PC – Atlanta, GA

Intellectual Property Strategy for the Modern Economy

Clayton, McKay & Bailey, PC is a specialized intellectual property law firm located at The Battery Atlanta, home of the Atlanta Braves. Founded in 2013, the firm was established to provide sophisticated IP services to technology companies without the inefficiency and overhead of traditional large law firms. The founders-Josh Clayton, Brannon McKay, and Ben Bailey-built the practice on a business-minded approach, understanding that patents and trademarks are not just legal assets, but critical tools for corporate growth and valuation.

The firm represents a diverse roster of clients, ranging from Fortune 100 corporations to agile startups and individual inventors. Their attorneys possess deep technical backgrounds, allowing them to truly understand the innovations they protect. Whether prosecuting a complex patent application for a multinational tech giant or helping a local entrepreneur secure their brand identity, the team at Clayton, McKay & Bailey delivers ”big law” quality with the responsiveness of a boutique firm. Their location in the innovative Battery Atlanta complex reflects their modern, forward-thinking philosophy.

Specialized IP Services

Clayton, McKay & Bailey, PC offers a full spectrum of intellectual property protection:

• Patent Prosecution: Expert drafting and filing of utility and design patents in the U.S. and internationally, covering technologies from software to mechanical engineering.
• Trademark Protection: Strategic counseling on brand selection, clearance searches, and registration to build strong, enforceable brands.
• IP Litigation: Aggressive representation in patent and trademark disputes, defending clients’ rights in federal court and before the USPTO.
• Corporate IP Strategy: Advising businesses on portfolio management, licensing agreements, and due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.
• Copyrights: Protecting creative works and software code from unauthorized use and infringement.

Recognized for Efficiency and Results

The firm has garnered a reputation for its ”aggressive efficiency,” often achieving results for clients at a fraction of the cost of larger competitors. Their work has been pivotal in helping clients secure millions of dollars in funding and exits. By utilizing fixed-fee structures for many services, they provide predictable costs that allow businesses to budget effectively for their IP needs.

Located in the Two Ball Park Center, the firm is at the heart of Atlanta’s newest entertainment and business district. They offer free initial consultations to discuss your intellectual property needs. If you are looking for a legal partner who understands technology as well as the law, Clayton, McKay & Bailey, PC is the clear choice.