Business Details
13 Years
experience
Corporate & Intellectual Property Law Services
Founders Legal is a boutique distributed law firm dedicated to modernizing legal services for innovative companies. Established in 2013, we combine proprietary technology with dynamic work approaches to deliver client-focused, efficient solutions. Our team of highly experienced attorneys specializes in corporate law, intellectual property, data privacy, cybersecurity, and advanced technology law, serving clients nationwide from our Atlanta headquarters. We prioritize meaningful client relationships through regular engagement, tailored legal advice, and a deep understanding of our clients' goals. As a tech-forward, distributed firm, we provide seamless legal services to businesses in major US tech hubs, including Austin, Boston, Chicago, and San Francisco.Our core values emphasize responsiveness, ROI-focused strategies, and reliability, ensuring predictable outcomes aligned with client objectives. We invest in technology and analytics to optimize processes, enabling real-time collaboration and faster service delivery. Our commitment to excellence has earned recognition from Super Lawyers and trust from thousands of clients nationwide. We serve rapidly-growing companies across industries, combining big-law expertise with founder-centric agility. Our mission is to redefine legal services by eliminating legacy overhead while maintaining the highest standards of quality and client advocacy.
Services
Patent Prosecution
Trademark Registration
Corporate Legal Counsel
Data Privacy Compliance
Technology Licensing
Intellectual Property Litigation
Entity Formation
Securities Law
Cybersecurity Law
Patent Search Services
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We combine big-law expertise with founder-centric agility through our distributed model
- Our proprietary technology optimizes legal processes for faster, more transparent service delivery
- Specialized focus on technology-driven industries with dedicated IP and corporate attorneys
- Proven track record serving thousands of clients including startups and Fortune 500 companies
- Client-aligned approach prioritizes practical solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers Recognized Law Firm 2020
- Super Lawyers Recognized Law Firm 2021
- Super Lawyers Recognized Law Firm 2022
What people say
Great attorneys
Exceeded expectations
Highly recommend
Exceptional service
Knowledgeable team
Services
Patent Prosecution
Our patent prosecution services cover utility and design patent applications, international filings, and strategic novelty landscape analysis. We help technology companies protect innovations through comprehensive patent searches, application drafting, and USPTO representation. Our team includes former USPTO examiners and registered patent attorneys with deep technical expertise across software, AI, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
Trademark Registration
We provide full-service trademark protection including clearance searches, application filing, and enforcement strategies. Our attorneys help clients register and maintain trademarks across multiple jurisdictions while developing brand protection programs tailored to business growth objectives in both digital and traditional marketplaces.
Corporate Legal Counsel
From entity formation to complex corporate transactions, we offer strategic legal guidance for startups and growing businesses. Our services include contract drafting, equity financing, M&A support, and compliance frameworks tailored to technology companies at all development stages.
Data Privacy Compliance
We help organizations navigate evolving data protection regulations including GDPR, CCPA, and state-specific laws. Our services cover policy development, data breach response planning, and compliance audits to ensure secure handling of personal information across global operations.
Technology Licensing
Our technology licensing practice focuses on software, cloud services, and AI-related agreements. We draft and negotiate licensing frameworks that protect intellectual property while enabling commercialization opportunities through distribution partnerships and enterprise software deployments.
People
Yuri L. Eliezer
Partner, Attorney
Co-founder and lead patent attorney with extensive experience in intellectual property law. Specializes in patent prosecution for software, AI, and technology startups. Former USPTO examiner with over 15 years of experience in IP strategy.
Jeffrey A. Bekiares
Managing Partner, Attorney
Corporate law expert with focus on technology companies. Leads strategic growth initiatives and oversees firm operations. Has represented numerous startups and venture capital firms in complex corporate transactions.
David Pierce
Partner, Attorney
Specializes in data privacy and cybersecurity law. Advises clients on compliance frameworks and risk management strategies. Recognized for expertise in technology-focused legal matters.
Zach Eyster
Partner, Attorney
Corporate and securities law attorney with focus on startup companies. Provides guidance on equity financing, M&A, and regulatory compliance. Known for responsive client service and transactional expertise.
Gregory Avady
Technical Advisor
Former USPTO examiner with specialized knowledge in patent examination processes. Provides technical analysis for patent applications in software and mechanical inventions.
Questions
What practice areas does Founders Legal specialize in?
We focus on corporate law, intellectual property (patents/trademarks), data privacy, cybersecurity, technology licensing, and securities law for innovative companies.
Do you work with startups or only established businesses?
We serve companies at all stages from early-stage startups to Fortune 500 enterprises, with specialized programs for technology-driven businesses.
What geographic areas do you serve?
As a distributed law firm, we represent clients nationwide with primary operations in Atlanta and team members in major US tech hubs.
How do you handle complex patent matters?
Our team includes former USPTO examiners and registered patent attorneys who specialize in utility and design patent prosecution across multiple technology sectors.
What sets Founders Legal apart from other law firms?
We combine proprietary technology with experienced legal professionals to deliver faster, more transparent services while maintaining traditional legal excellence.
