Joseph C. "Joe" Sharp

J. Scott Anderson focuses his practice on helping clients identify, protect, and maximize the value of their intellectual property assets. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, he represents businesses ranging from Fortune 100® companies and research universities to emerging technology startups in matters involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and related intellectual property issues. His practice includes both intellectual property litigation and patent prosecution, providing cli...

Ashley Steiner Kelly is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Ashley Steiner practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Ashley Steiner Kelly since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Ashley Steiner Kelly is held by other lawyers.

Wyatt Kendall focuses his practice on brownfield redevelopment and urban renewal projects and routinely advises local and national industrial, multi-family, mixed-use, and retail clients on the acquisition, development, disposition, management, and financing of properties with significant environmental issues and properties within urban and industrial areas across the country. He also represents corporate and lending clients on environmental issues in the context of a host of corporate transa...

With more than 30 years of experience in commercial real estate and financing transactions, Tracy Plott has significant experience in restructuring of debt obligations, bond financing, joint ventures, syndications of loans, limited partnerships, and asset-based financing. Her lending practice encompasses construction, permanent and mezzanine lending, asset-based financing, and synthetic leases. Tracy also represents corporate and other clients in the acquisition, development, leasing, managem...

Martin Dozier’s broad experience advising public and private investment funds on complex securities and structuring matters includes more than $30 billion in capital-raising transactions. An active participant in investment management organizations and a frequent speaker, he provides insight to fund sponsors and investment management companies seeking to structure innovative investment fund offerings. He focuses on representing closed-end registered investment companies, including inter...

Hanish S. Patel is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Hanish S. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Hanish S. Patel since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Hanish S. Patel is held by other lawyers.

Bill Holley’s clients know they can rely on him when disputes heat up. Throughout his 30+ year career, Bill has steered his clients to unparalleled success in major litigation. His creative, comprehensive approach to handling business disputes builds client confidence and engenders respect and credibility with judges and opponents. Testament to his effectiveness and client focus, Bill's clients and cases now span a wide variety of industries and disciplines. Well known for representing ...

Jeffrey A. “Jake” Schwartz is a Partner in the Atlanta, Georgia, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He joined the firm in 2006 after moving from New Orleans, Louisiana, where he practiced labor and employment law for more than seventeen years. Within the field of labor and employment law, Mr. Schwartz was recognized in 2008 – 2013 in “Best Lawyers in America,” and as “Super Lawyer” for Louisiana in 2009 – 2013. Mr. Schwartz has extensive experience in...

Joshua Weeks acts as a true resource for his clients, litigating patent cases nationwide in district courts and before the ITC. His deep knowledge of the USPTO post-grant proceedings enhances his ability to challenge or defend the validity of an issued patent before the PTAB. Joshua focuses his practice on the enforcement of intellectual property rights, including patents, trade secrets, and other forms of intellectual property. Joshua represents clients in disputes from inception through app...

Shelli Willis de Roos is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Shelli practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Shelli Willis de Roos since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Shelli Willis de Roos is held by other lawyers.