Atty. Matthew B. Ames
Matthew B. Ames is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Trademark Law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA
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About Matthew B. Ames at a Glance
Matthew B. Ames is a trademark, business, ip, and litigation attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Balch & Bingham LLP. Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law (2026). Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew B. Ames
- Matthew B. Ames is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Trademark Law
- Matthew B., who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2023
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew B. Ames's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew B. Ames handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Trademark Law in Atlanta
Matthew B. Ames is one of 23,086 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in Georgia →
Business & Corporate Law in Atlanta
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Matthew B. Ames is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →
Intellectual Property in Atlanta
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Matthew B. Ames is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Georgia →
Civil Litigation in Atlanta
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Matthew B. Ames is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Atlanta
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Atlanta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Atlanta-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Atlanta Choose Matthew B. Ames
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Matthew B. Ames's practice in the field of trademark, business, ip, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, business, and ip, Matthew B. Ames can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Atlanta
A Atlanta-based practice means Matthew B. Ames attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Matthew B. Ames Handles in Atlanta
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matthew B. Ames has experience with under Georgia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Matthew B. Ames directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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