About Mr. Jonathan
Mr. Jonathan Forbes blends a law degree from Emory University and an undergraduate education in finance and entrepreneurship from the University of Florida. He earned his J.D. in 2008 after completing a B.S. in 2005. That combination of legal training and business study shapes how he approaches matters that touch both law and commerce.
Forbes practices in Georgia. He is listed as an attorney at Kitchens New Cleghorn, LLC, where he works with clients on a range of legal questions. He brings a methodical approach to problem solving and prefers clear, practical advice over legal jargon. Colleagues describe him as steady in negotiation and attentive in client meetings.
His academic background in finance and entrepreneurship informs his interest in business-related legal issues. He often draws on that foundation when reviewing contracts, advising on transactions, or counseling business owners on operational matters. He aims to match legal solutions to business realities, explaining options in plain language so clients can make informed choices.
Forbes maintains professional ties within Georgia’s legal community. He holds memberships in the Atlanta Bar Association and the Georgia Bar Association and participates in bar activities as his schedule allows. Those memberships help him stay current on state rules and local practice trends.
Clients see Forbes as approachable and practical. He keeps a steady pace in litigation matters and an eye for detail in transactional work. His courtroom appearances are deliberate and measured. His transactional work emphasizes clarity and risk awareness, while his advisories focus on long-term business implications rather than short-term fixes.
Outside of client matters he follows developments in state law and business regulation. He reads widely on corporate governance and small business finance, tying that reading back to client issues when relevant. He values ongoing learning and applies it directly to the tasks his clients bring to the firm.
As of 2026 he continues to practice at Kitchens New Cleghorn, LLC in Georgia. He concentrates his current practice on business and commercial matters at Kitchens New Cleghorn, LLC.
