Testimonials

“We are very pleased with the way you orchestrated this (patent infringement) case and you may use me as a reference in the future. Thank you for a job well-done!!”

“Michael has a keen ability to narrow in on the issues that matter, and be persuasive with parties and counsel to thoughtfully reconsider positions that prevent settlement.”

“I had the great privilege of using Mike Powell as a mediator in a large complicated intellectual property matter. Mike was able to dig in and quickly grasp the legal issues involved. Mike did a fantastic job of using his understanding of this area of the law to help facilitate a favorable settlement. Mike worked hard and long on both parties to get the matter resolved. I would not hesitate to use Mike again as a mediator and wholeheartedly endorse him.”

“Michael Powell and I were Partners when I worked at Baker Donelson. I had the pleasure of working with him on several complex litigation matters. Throughout he exhibited professionalism and applied a mental acuity toward the issues that gave the clients and myself a great deal of confidence in his abilities. The depth of his experience in IP matters is envious. Michael’s keen ability to communicate complex issues to clients and co-counsel is reassuring and essential to cost-effective representation. He is a perfect gentleman with a great sense of humor; I recommend him highly and look forward to the next time we can work together.”

“Mike and I met when our company’s primary trademark was being threatened by a large multi-national company. We were a small business and the thought of litigation was disturbing to say the least. Our trademark was was also the name of our company and the name our customer’s knew us by, so if we would have lost the name the consequences could have been dire. Mike stood up to the playground bullies and fought admirably for us and we prevailed. We will always be grateful to Mike for his perseverance and creativity while representing us. It is safe to say Mike had a very large hand in the survival, let alone success, of our business. I look forward to working with Mike again, and can whole heartedly recommend him to anyone.”

“Mike Powell is an excellent attorney. I had a [NDGA and 11th Circuit] case with him years ago. I think that you and he will do well [as co-counsel in mediation].”

“I worked closely with Mike during a critical package design project at Prestige Brands. He provided very thorough answers to all of my questions concerning multiple intellectual property issues and quickly became a valuable resource in the process. Mike clearly framed the situation for me, demonstrating a solid knowledge of the finer points of IP law while providing practical business insight. Based on this, I was able to identify the best course of action and guide the project to a successful conclusion.”

“Michael has worked well with us on a critical trial and we have achieved success even without having met each other in person. I recommend Michael as a reliable professional.”

“Michael has an encyclopedic knowledge of intellectual property law. He is a real expert.”

“Mike is a great attorney and is a pleasure to work with. He’s smart and a strong advocate for his clients.”

“My former partner Mike Powell is who I suggest calling for trademark matters. Practical and good.”

“Mike Powell and I litigated a series of trademark (and trade dress) cases in Atlanta when I was a shareholder with him at Baker Donelson. Mike has a vast knowledge of this area of the law and would unquestionably be someone I would call on should I ever need such expertise… Mike is also collegial, well respected in the bar, and has been instrumental in the firm’s growth in Atlanta. I highly recommend Mike Powell as legal counsel.”

“Mike Powell is one of the finest attorneys I’ve had occasion to work with over the years. He is bright, articulate, and client-dedicated. Most critically, he brings this particular skillset to the table with a great attitude and terrific demeanor. Hire Mike when next you find yourself in the thick of an intellectual property dispute.”

“Mike is not only a knowledgeable lawyer but also very technically astute. He has the ability to process very complicated technical issues and to be able to gain a quick understanding of the issues at hand. His honesty in his work and in his communications is exemplary. I highly recommend him and would look forward to working with him on other projects.”

“Michael and I worked together representing a client in a patent infringement case. Michael had the rare ability to defend such a complex case in a cost-effective way, which required knowing which issues were worth fighting over and which were not. He worked to prepare the case in light of the client and the litigation’s needs, and positioned the case where the client’s position had the best possible chance of prevailing. Those skills are not always present in litigation counsel – but Michael certainly has them and brings them to the table on behalf of his client.”

“Michael took over a case from a departing colleague at Baker’s. He was quick to jump in and take control of a nasty situation. Despite the potential of winning the case against us he was quick to summarize the costs and time of doing so. Looking at costs in the hundreds of thousands is a sobering thought. In effect even if we had won we would loose because we may not have be awarded costs As a result of his forthright nature we decided to settle and minimize costs and time and move forward on building business. Definitely the right choice. Sometimes proving one is right or innocent is not necessarily the best choice. Deferring to agree to disagree is the better business decision. Mike got us there.”

“I am pleased to introduce you to Mike Powell…. Mike is a well-respected IP specialist with many years of experience…. the client will be in excellent hands!”

“If you’re looking to bring in the heavy artillery with unrivaled strategic planning, look no further than Michael Powell and his able crew …. Michael and his firm have been an outstanding resource …, and the only firm we would consider for matters in Georgia or the surrounding areas. Michael’s work ethic is second to none, and his reasoned and contemplative approach to litigation and willingness to explore alternative dispute resolution is refreshing. But make no mistake, if such alternatives are unachievable, Michael and his firm have the expertise, resources and professionalism to take any litigation to a successful conclusion at trial. I recommend Michael and his firm without reservation.”

“Mike Powell was a big help in the negotiations with [difficult opposing party during in-person mediation of contentious business divorce case].”

“I have worked with Michael for the past decade on a number of legal issues ranging from writing a letter to an infringer to a patent action appeal in US district court. I always felt that he gave superlative advice and did diligent thoughtful work. His ability to grasp complex legal matters and to understand our business needs continues our longstanding relationship.”

“Michael combines a deep knowledge of the law with skills to communicate ideas and concepts that lead to thoughtful resolutions of legal problems. Michael is quickly able to cut to the core issues of a matter and deliver tactical as well as strategic solutions.”

“I have known Mike for more than 20 years and have had several occasions to recommend his legal skills and expertise to people I know and work with that had patent, trademark, copyright and intellectual property matters.

Besides his technical expertise, among his better known qualities are his high integrity and affability. I don’t know a single person that has not gotten along well with Mike as they’ve also worked to successful conclusions of the matters that he has handled for them.

It’s a high compliment to find an attorney that is not only an expert in his work but whose integrity is beyond question.”

“Mike is an experienced and aggressive IP litigator.”

“Believe me, we—my team—wanted to use you (for mediation)!”

“A wonderful person to work with. Very bright, thought provoking and extremely personable.”

“Michael is your IP man in Georgia. He has guided me through a technical morass I could not have accomplished with another, I am sure.”

“Your perspectives, stories, and outlook enrich me, and I so appreciate you sharing them.”