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Rick Pilch has over 24 years of experience as a commercial real estate attorney, representing a broad range of clients for projects throughout the country. He has extensive experience representing institutional clients in the development, sale, acquisition, and leasing of industrial warehouses and distribution centers, inpatient and outpatient medical facilities, office buildings, hotels, and manufacturing facilities. Rick has twice been named a “BTI Client Service All-Star,” a se...

Elizabeth (Lizzie) Garner represents financial institutions, investors and borrowers in a wide range of financing transactions, including syndicated, club and bilateral credit facilities. Lizzie has sharpened her skills as a finance attorney in law firms and while serving as internal legal counsel for a large regional bank. In-house practice has allowed Lizzie to develop a unique insider’s perspective. Having been a law firm client herself, she better understands the needs and priorities of ...

Dan Huynh is a rising leader in the IP legal industry who provides his clients with results-driven and value-oriented representation. Dan represents companies of all sizes in various technology sectors, including wireless telecommunications, e-commerce, and financial payment systems. He assists companies with intellectual property and commercial matters, including patent, trademark, and other IP disputes. In addition, Dan advises clients on the creation, development, and management of IP port...

John M. Mastin, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. John M. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized John M. Mastin, Jr. since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which John M. Mastin, Jr. is held by other lawyers.

Hayley R. Ambler is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Hayley R. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Hayley R. Ambler since 2019. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Hayley R. Ambler is held by other lawyers.

Max Zygmont has a broad-based litigation, enforcement defense, and compliance counseling practice. He combines strength in core environmental programs with a firm grasp of emerging environmental issues. Max routinely advises clients regarding the Clean Water Act, the Clean Air Act, the Safe Drinking Water Act, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and Superfund. Max's work in these areas has taken place at both the state and federal levels and in all contexts, from transactions and permi...

Mike Parisi leads private credit and bank lenders through cash flow and asset-based lending transactions, including sponsor-backed leveraged buyouts and acquisition financings. Clients value Mike’s ability to navigate intricate finance transactions and his recognition of commercial dynamics. Mike is chair of Alston & Bird’s Corporate Debt Finance Team. He leads private credit lenders, bank lenders, corporate borrowers, and private equity sponsors in structuring, negotiating, a...

Steven A. Kaye is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Steven A. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Steven A. Kaye since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Steven A. Kaye is held by other lawyers.

Suzanne Williams is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Trademark Law. Suzanne practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Suzanne Williams since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Suzanne Williams is held by other lawyers.

Don Brown is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants. Don practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Don Brown since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Don Brown is held by other lawyers.