About Ronald

Ron Coleman is an accomplished trial lawyer who thrives in big, complex cases. Throughout his 30-year career, Ron has helped his clients successfully resolve all manner of legal disputes, whether via negotiation, motion practice, alternative dispute resolution, trial, or appeal. Whether representing a plaintiff or defendant, his creative, sophisticated approach to resolving disputes is designed to help his clients reach the best possible outcomes consistent with their business goals. Ron represents manufacturers, technology companies, franchisors, and other clients in a variety of commercial, intellectual property, and product liability cases. His intellectual property experience includes trade secret, trademark, copyright, and patent infringement matters. Ron also regularly represents national franchisors in all manner of disputes, including disputes with franchisees and claims arising from competition between franchise systems. Ron invests in learning about his clients and focuses on helping them navigate through often business-defining disputes. Ron is particularly proud that he has developed a group of long-standing clients, some of which have worked with him for more than 20 years. It is a testament to Ron's tenacity and results that he is often called upon to handle the biggest, most complex pieces of litigation facing businesses in the Southeast.

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Education

• Duke University, J.D., with honors, Editorial Board, Duke Law Journal 1985-1986, graduated 1986
• Duke University, A.B., cum laude, graduated 1983

Bar Admissions

• Georgia, 1986

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