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Scott Ewing Brient
1175 Grimes Bridge Road, Suite 100, Roswell, GA
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Education
1999:
University of Florida, JD - Juris Doctor
1993:
University of Florida, BS Mechanical Engineering; BA German
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Kelly simpson
13 May, 2023
Erin mcnamara
13 May, 2023
Exceptional attorneys, and even better people. Hardworking, knowledgeable, and get things done for their clients. Cannot recommend Kelleher Law enough.
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Patrick
14 Apr, 2011
I recently had the pleasure of working with Mr. Brient on my patent application. As a prolific inventor filing now 21 patent applications, I have developed working relationships with multiple Intellectual Property Attorneys over the last few years.
Last summer I started my patent application with a different attorney and fortunately terminated the relationship before any damage to my IP rights occurred. During my initial meeting with Scott I immediately recognized his genuine interest in my invention and attention to detail. All inventors having previous experience with filing patent applications recognize that an attorney’s interest and attention to detail is equally, if not more important, than technical aptitude and experience. Luckily, Scott also encompasses qualities of experience and know-how; he is truly a package deal.
During the creation of my patent application, Scott asked detailed questions and adjusted his style to ensure I was comfortable with the approach. He remained flexible throughout the process and quickly made revisions upon my request. Although this is my first experience working with Scott, it felt as if we had been working together for years.
Mr. Brient’s professionalism, ethical conduct, experience, attention to detail, and representation of my best interests will be the first thought on my mind when looking towards my next patent application. I am confident this is the beginning of a long standing professional working relationship.
To all inventors seeking a reputable patent attorney, I recommend Mr. Scott Brient. Trust me that you will sleep better at night knowing the application filed at the USPTO will be of the highest quality.
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Publications
2009:
Insurance Company Mergers and Acquisitions, Aspatore Books, Intellectual Property Considerations in Insurance-Related Mergers and Acquisitions
2006:
Financial Engineering News, A Simple Plan for Protecting New Ideas In the Financial Services Industry
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10 Aug, 2015 by Chris
I have had business relations with Nancy Liu for a number for years and had many business dealings with her. I wouldn’t think of using any other firm even though I have had other attorneys approach me for my business. Put simply, place your file with Nancy and rest peacefully – she has your back.
Nancy is meticulous, thorough, attentive to detail and very protective of her client’s interests. One closing I brought to her involved multiple possible claims to ownership, Nancy took the precaution to protect my interest from any claims on the property from anyone past, present or future. That’s an example of the extra work that she does, that very few other attorneys will do nowadays (there’s not a lot of money for them in closing work).
She is also very responsive - when working your file you will find Nancy very easy to reach by phone or email no matter how busy she is. She goes well beyond the standard service one expects from an attorney – including working on your file until wee hours to ensure timelines are met and any and all issues are addressed, but not billing for those overtime hours.
Although it’s possible she can be perceived as outspoken, curt or a bit aggressive – when dealing with those who are not her clients or are challenging her clients. But to me those are positive traits in an attorney, not negatives. She is a consummate professional who represents her clients to the utmost. The fact that Nancy doesn’t take guff or suffer fools lightly is a strength in my books.
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27 Jan, 2023 by Marcus
Elizabeth Findley is hands down the best family law attorney in Georgia. It would be hard to put into words what type of Lawyer she is but I will try my best.
If you are looking for an attorney who will give everything they have to your case, work tirelessly to defend your name, and communicate every step of the way… she is the one. She is smart beyond measure, a skilled negotiator, a strategic litigator, and will treat you with respect. She will make you feel like more than a number, always prep you before any communication with the other side, and give everything she has to get you the best possible outcome. Words fall short to describe how skilled she is at her job, look no further if you need a family law attorney.
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04 Oct, 2022 by Linsey
Elizabeth and the team were very thorough and helpful throughout my divorce case. They were always quick to respond to any questions that I had and kept me informed of everything going on. I highly recommend Elizabeth if you are in need of a lawyer
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31 Aug, 2022 by Brian
I retained Elizabeth's services for a contempt filing. I received great council and representation. Below is a breakdown of a few of the areas that I think are important:
Communication: Excellent. Emails and phone calls were responded to in less than 24 hours and in most cases with in a few hours during the business day. Additionally, proactive communication concerning status was immediate. I knew exactly where we were in the process at all times without having to ask.
Staff: Like most law firms, Elizabeth has a team of paralegals and support staff. I found them to be a pleasure to work with. They were all friendly, very responsive and knowledgeable.
Use of Technology: While seemingly less important, the competent use of technology can make or break the experience. Elizabeth's firm uses technology very well. Meetings can be conducted leveraging video conferencing, payments can be automated, detailed billing reports are available in near real time, and they use document repositories very effectively that both parties have access to. The shared document repositories were great.
Representation and attention to detail: Elizabeth and her team are very friendly but aggressive while still ethical when it comes to their approach. They do not leave items on the table, so to speak. I truly believe that I could not have received better representation. They went above and beyond on more than one occasion. They were so effective that we were able to avoid a nasty court battle without capitulating on any of our requests. Highly unusual outcome. As a note (the defendant may not agree), I do believe that Elizabeth prevented a truly negative and potentially damaging outcome for the defendant.
Cost: This is a hard one for me to judge since I do not have the need for legal representation often. However, I do believe that in most cases you get what you pay for. Therefor, the benefit and outcome justified the cost. I am pretty sure that I was not billed for every single second that was spent on my case. In other words, I was not "nickel and dimmed". Additionally, cost and fees were transparent and communicated clearly. There were no surprises.
In summation, I would absolutely retain this firm again.
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She delivered real results. She approached my case with precision and care, leaving no stone unturned. Thanks to her expertise, the outcome far exceeded my expectations—something I am truly grateful for.
Every penny spent on her services was absolutely worth it—and then some. If you’re looking for someone who is not only highly competent but also genuinely invested in her clients’ success, run to Melanie Ellwanger's office. Actually maybe call first.
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One of the best decisions of my life was to hire Melanie Elwanger to represent me. I was charged with DUI drugs in Forsyth County. Due to her knowledge of the law and her uncanny ability to gain favor she got the charge dismissed. I am forever grateful. Simply put she is amazing. I highly recommend her if you're in any kind of trouble with a traffic situation.
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15 Nov, 2024 by Mykala rickert
Throughout a 3 year process, Melanie did an amazing Job with staying in contact with me, and making sure I knew each detail about my case. She exceeded beyond expectation, I couldn’t be more happy with the end results of my case. I’m very thankful I had Melanie to help me through!
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