Christopher B. Freeman

Russell Hilton represents public and private companies in complex mergers and acquisitions, corporate financing transactions, and public and private securities offerings. He also advises clients on SEC compliance and reporting obligations and corporate governance matters. Russell represents a variety of business organizations (public, private, not-for-profit) in numerous industries, with an emphasis in the health care sector. He has the unique knowledge and experience critical to the structur...

Elissa B. Haynes is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Elissa B. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Elissa B. Haynes 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 Elissa B. Haynes is held by other lawyers.

Mark S. VanderBroek is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Franchise Law and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Mark S. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Mark S. VanderBroek since 2010. 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 Mark S. VanderBroek is held by other lawyers.

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 ...

Suzanne Tucker Plybon is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Suzanne Tucker practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Suzanne Tucker Plybon since 2010. 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 Tucker Plybon is held by other lawyers.

Will Sugden is partner with the Bankruptcy & Financial Restructuring Group at Alston & Bird. He represents debtors, bankruptcy trustees, creditors’ committees and other fiduciaries, as well as creditors and indenture trustees, in bankruptcy proceedings. Will has substantial experience advising parties on insolvency-related issues arising in workouts and insolvency-related issues in significant transactions. He also has significant experience advising clients on derivatives safe-...

Jeffrey C. Adams is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Jeffrey C. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffrey C. Adams since 2024. 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 Jeffrey C. Adams is held by other lawyers.

Daniel Johnson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Construction Law. Daniel practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Daniel Johnson since 2024. 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 Daniel Johnson is held by other lawyers.

Edward A. Marshall is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Edward A. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Edward A. Marshall 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 Edward A. Marshall is held by other lawyers.

Harris helps clients solve the complex problems that arise in bankruptcy and out-of-court restructuring cases. He works with his clients to explore the range of options available to them and develop and execute a practical plan of action. Harris represents public and private companies, financial institutions, boards of directors, creditors, and other parties in all aspects of corporate restructurings, including workouts, bankruptcies, corporate governance matters, distressed asset sales and i...