Atty. Michael D. McCoy

Atty. Michael D. McCoy

Mr. Michael D.

Charlotte Charlotte 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (980) 334-6733 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael D. McCoy at a glance

Michael D. McCoy is a Partner based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975) and North Carolina U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1983). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1975) and University of Illinois (B.S.E.E., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael D. McCoy is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution, counseling & review, electrical, software & computer science patents and 12 other areas of law
  • Michael D. received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Illinois in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Michael D. practices at Alston & Bird LLP in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael D. McCoy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. McCoy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

Michael D. McCoy is one of 20,749 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in North Carolina →

Trademark Law

Michael D. McCoy is one of 23,222 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in North Carolina →

Copyright Law

Michael D. McCoy is one of 17,495 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in North Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael D. McCoy is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Intellectual Property

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

Michael D. McCoy is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charlotte are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina 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 North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael D. McCoy

Where is Michael D. McCoy's law office located?
Michael D. McCoy's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael D. McCoy handle?
Michael D. McCoy focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Michael D. McCoy practiced law?
Michael D. McCoy has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Michael D. McCoy go to law school?
Michael D. McCoy earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S.E.E., 1972).
How can I contact Michael D. McCoy for a consultation?
You can contact Michael D. McCoy 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 Michael D. McCoy received?
Michael D. McCoy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1975
B.S.E.E.
University of Illinois
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
North Carolina U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1983

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