Carolyn Zander Alford
About Carolyn Zander Alford
Carolyn Zander Alford is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Carolyn Zander Alford is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Banking and Finance Law
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Securitization and Structured Finance Law
Current Firm: King & Spalding LLP
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1992 and Duke University, B.A., graduated 1989
Location: Atlanta, GA
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