Atty. Jay Forrest Utley

Atty. Jay Forrest Utley

Mr. Jay Forrest Utley is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, employment & labor, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Jay Forrest Utley at a glance

Jay Forrest Utley is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent, employment, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (1997), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1997), U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit Texas Easter (2003), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (2004). Educated at University of Tulsa College of Law (J.D., 1996) and Oklahoma Christian College (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Dallas (Member, Sections on: Antitrust Business Litigation) and American (Member, Sections on: Antitrust Litigation) Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Jay Forrest Utley is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, employment & labor, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
  • Jay received a B.A. degree from Oklahoma Christian College in 1987, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Jay practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Forrest Utley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Forrest Utley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jay Forrest Utley

Where is Jay Forrest Utley's law office located?
Jay Forrest Utley's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Baker & McKenzie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Forrest Utley handle?
Jay Forrest Utley focuses on patent, employment, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Jay Forrest Utley practiced law?
Jay Forrest Utley has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Jay Forrest Utley go to law school?
Jay Forrest Utley earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Jay Forrest Utley for a consultation?
You can contact Jay Forrest Utley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jay Forrest Utley received?
Jay Forrest Utley's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Tulsa College of Law
- 1996
B.A.
Oklahoma Christian College
- 1987

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit Texas Easter
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western Distr
Admitted: 2004

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