Doug Franck

Doug Franck

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016
Awarded Practice Areas
Corporate Governance Law Corporate Law Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Awarded Practice Areas
Corporate Governance Law Corporate Law Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Doug Franck
Doug Franck
Nashville, TN
Works at
Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

301 Best Lawyers awards

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP logo

Biography

Doug practices in the areas of business and securities law, including mergers and acquisitions and commercial finance. Doug has significant experience in the representation of businesses in various industries in mergers, sales and acquisition activities, public and private capital raising transactions and corporate governance issues. He has represented venture capital funds in their formation and strategic investment transactions. Doug also has experience in representation of issuers in public and private asset-backed securitization transactions. Doug provides a real world approach in advising clients regarding a vast array of business, finance and M&A matters. Before attending law school, Doug worked in commercial banking, and together with his legal experience, Doug has a solid foundation in assisting clients realize their goals including structuring and closing strategic transactions, equity and debt offerings, formation of business entities and general corporate counsel.
Works at
Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

301 Best Lawyers awards

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP logo

Locations

Education

  • University of Kentucky, J.D., graduated 1993
  • Vanderbilt University, B.A., graduated 1988

Bar Admissions

  • Tennessee, Tennessee State Bar

Affiliations

  • American Bar Association - Member
  • Nashville Bar Association - Member
  • Tennessee Bar Association - Member

Client Testimonials

Doug understands our business which enables him to represent our interests in any negotiation. We like his ability to parse contracts and agreements to essential elements in timely manner. He is easy to reach -- returns calls or e-mails promptly. He has represented us for over 10 years and the contracts/agreements have withstood challenges in litigation.

Doug Franck has solid experience in acquisition, securitization, and debt transactions. He utilizes a non-antagonistic approach to facilitate discussion and resolution. He is a valued business partner.

Amber Krupacs (Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc.)

Maryville, TN

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2023 - Corporate Governance Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2019 - Corporate Governance Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Corporate Governance Law, Nashville (2023)
  • Corporate Governance Law, Nashville (2019)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Corporate Governance Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Corporate Compliance Law
  • Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law
  • Securities / Capital Markets Law
  • Venture Capital Law
Awards:
  • Listed in Chambers USA, Corporate/M&A, 2010-2015
  • Listed in Nashville Business Journal, “Best of the Bar," Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions, 2011-2012

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