Jayson R. Elliott

Jayson R. Elliott
Managing Attorney, Bay Legal, PC
Palo Alto, California

Profile
Jayson R. Elliott is the Managing Attorney of Bay Legal, PC, where he brings a rare blend of legal acumen, business strategy, and technological innovation to his diverse legal practice. With a Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University School of Law and dual master’s degrees in Business Administration and International Finance, Jayson is uniquely positioned to guide clients through complex legal and commercial challenges across multiple industries.

His Silicon Valley roots include work with global leaders such as eBay, Lockheed Martin, and HP, as well as launching two technology startups—one during the dot-com boom and another in the emerging social media space. These experiences shaped his ability to serve entrepreneurs, developers, and established companies alike with practical, forward-looking counsel.

Jayson’s practice encompasses business and corporate law, real estate and construction litigation, estate planning, probate, and cryptocurrency-related legal services. He is also a pioneer in blockchain and crypto law, having led token offerings and international Bitcoin mining operations across Chile, the Philippines, and beyond. His legal services are deeply integrated with technology, offering digital-first, remote, and crypto-friendly solutions for clients in California and around the world.

From commercial transactions to probate administration, and from estate plans to international business structuring, Jayson combines precision and creativity to deliver tailored legal strategies that drive results.

Practice Areas

• Business & Corporate Law

• Real Estate & Construction Litigation

• Estate Planning & Probate

• Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Law

• International Business Advisory

Representative Experience

• Advised tech startups from formation through exit, including VC and M&A strategy

• Litigated complex real estate disputes, including failure-to-disclose and contractor liability claims

• Drafted comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, special needs trusts, and succession strategies

• Represented clients in probate administration, trust disputes, and fiduciary advisory matters

• Managed and legally structured international crypto mining and token launch operations

• Counseled clients on SEC compliance, ICO structuring, and crypto jurisdictional issues

Education

• J.D., Santa Clara University School of Law, 2015

• M.S., International Finance, Université de Cergy-Pontoise, France, 2012

• M.B.A., California State University, Stanislaus, 2011

• B.A., Political Science, California State University, Stanislaus

Community & Personal
His global perspective—shaped by time living in France, Mexico, and China—continues to inform his work with international clients and cross-border ventures.