JJ Poole

JJ Poole is the owner of JJ Poole Attorney at Law, LLC and an Associate Closing Attorney that works with Elite Law. He specializes in Sports and Entertainment Contracts, Civil Litigation, Intellectual and Real Property law, and is a certified Agent for the NFL and NBA player associations.

Attorney Poole is an alumni of the University of Georgia and Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School. He is also a licensed five-star rated residential and commercial real estate broker, and graduate of the Atlanta Realtors Association Leadership and Development Program. His designations include Certified Foreign Investor Specialist, as well as Certified Miami Real Estate Technology Expert, Certified Contract Advisor.

Mr. Poole is also a member of the American Bar Association, Florida Bar Association, Georgia Bar Association, Sports Lawyers Association, Lawyers Club of Atlanta, Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association, Atlanta Realtors Association, the Miami Association of Realtors, the World Trade Center of Atlanta, a former officer with Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, and was the 2017-2018 recipient of the State Bar of Georgia’s Real Property Law Section Award.

University System of Georgia - University of Georgia

B.A. | Journalism

Atlanta's John Marshall Law School

J.D. | Law

Student Bar Representative, Phi Alpha Delta Officer, American Bar Association, National Lawyers Guild, Black Law Students Association

Managing Partner

JJ Poole

2019 - Current

Contract Attorney

Elite Law

2019 - Current

Managing Broker

Miami Star Real Estate Brokerage

2017 - Current

Managing Broker

Atlanta Star Real Estate Brokerage

2016 - Current

Attorney

Dickason Law Group

2018 - 2019

Judicial Law Clerk

Spalding County State Court

2017 - 2018

Associate Broker

Keller Williams Buckhead

2013 - 2016

Senior Partner

New Image Capital

2010 - 2013

Senior Home Mortgage Consultant

Wells Fargo

2008 - 2010

Branch Manager

Vertical Mortgage

2007

Senior Mortgage Banker

Countrywide Home Loans

2004 - 2007

Mortgage Banker

HomeBanc Mortgage

2002 - 2004

Conversation with Sports & Entertainment Attorney, JJ Poole, The Vuyo Show

Player Contract Advisor

National Football League Players Association

2023

Certified Player Agent

National Basketball Players Association

2022

Real Estate Technology Expert

Miami Association of Realtors

2017

Certified Foreign Investor Specialist

GAR

2017

Real Property Law Section Award

State Bar of Georgia

2018

Rising Star

Countrywide Home Loans

2005

Top 100 Rookie Originators

HomeBanc Mortgage

2002

State Bar of Georgia  # 372048

Member

Current

State Bar of Florida  # 1027355

Member

Current

Lawyers Club of Atlanta

Member

Current

Sports Lawyers Association

Member

Current

Portland Metropolitan Association of Realtors

Member

Current

Florida

The Florida Bar

ID Number: 1027355

Georgia

State Bar of Georgia

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Q. Concern about trademark issues for school sports channel name "WWSN" without monetization

April 21, 2025

A: To ensure there are no legal issues with using the name "WWSN" for your school sports channel, you should consider the following steps:

1. Trademark Search: Conduct a comprehensive trademark search to determine if "WWSN" is already registered or in use by another entity. This can help you avoid potential infringement issues

2. Legal Consultation: Consult with a trademark attorney to get professional advice on the likelihood of any legal issues arising from the use of the name "WWSN" and to assist with the trademark search and registration process if necessary. I give a free 30 minute consultation for inquiries or issues related to Trademark law.

3. Trademark Registration: If the name "WWSN" is available and not in use, consider registering it as a trademark to protect your rights to the name and prevent others from using it. It is more cost intensive, but depending on how frequently you will use it and if you decide at some point to monetize it, it might be worth the investment

4. Non-Monetization Consideration: Since you do not plan to monetize the channel, the risk of trademark infringement may be lower, but it is still important to ensure that the name does not conflict with existing trademarks to avoid any legal complications

If you following these steps, you can help ensure that there are few legal issues with using the name "WWSN" for your school sports channel. ... Read More

Q. is it illegal to photograph minors at school sports and sell them to the general public without consent

January 21, 2025

A: The legality of photographing minors at school sports events and selling those photographs to the general public without consent can be complex and may vary depending on jurisdiction. However, there are several general principles that can and should be considered:

Expectation of Privacy: Generally, there is a lower expectation of privacy in public places, including school sports events that are open to the public. However, minors are afforded greater privacy protections than adults.

Consent: Many jurisdictions require consent from a parent or guardian before using a minor's image for commercial purposes. This is particularly true if the photographs are being sold or used in a way that could be considered exploitative.

Commercial Use: Using a minor's image for commercial purposes without consent can lead to legal issues, including potential violations of privacy rights and misappropriation of likeness. This is often governed by state laws, which can vary significantly.

School Policies: Schools often have their own policies regarding photography on school grounds and at school events. These policies may require permission from the school administration and the parents or guardians of the students.

Child Protection Laws: There are various child protection laws that may apply, which are designed to protect minors from exploitation and harm. These laws can impose additional restrictions on photographing and selling images of minors.

Right of Publicity: Some jurisdictions recognize a "right of publicity," which protects individuals from unauthorized commercial use of their likeness. This right is often stronger for minors.

With all of that said, it is generally advisable to obtain consent through a signed release or Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Agreement from the parents or guardians of the minors before photographing them and selling those photographs. Additionally, checking local laws and school policies is crucial to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. For example, in Georgia, high school NIL agreements to advertise or sell images of the players must not include the logo of the high school or school colors when reposting or selling those photos. If in doubt, consulting with a legal professional who specializes in privacy or media law is recommended. ... Read More

Q. I frequent a pub where they feature music bingo.

June 12, 2024

A: It depends. Under Georgia law, most bingo games require licensing, however, recreational bingo is a nonprofit bingo game or a bingo game operated by an employer with ten or more full-time employees for the purpose of providing a safe workplace incentive and is not subject to the licensing requirements and regulations applicable to bingo games not considered recreational bingo and operated by nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations. In this case, based on your question, sounds like this organization is not profiting from the "pot" and thus may have an argument for recreational bingo if they meet all of the other requirements provided by the statute. If so, this would in fact be legal in Georgia. The question however, begs for a deeper inquiry as to the organization and the participants. Hope this helps! ... Read More