James B. "Jim" Jordan

With a background in mechanical engineering and industry experience with aerospace systems integration projects, Chris Lightner practices in Alston & Bird’s Intellectual Property – Mechanical Patents Team. Chris focuses his practice on patent solicitation and counseling, as well as on IP-driven due diligence efforts, licensing agreements, confidentiality considerations, and patent brokerage agreements. Chris prepares and prosecutes U.S. and foreign patent applications for wide...

Michael Hill is an Associate in the Labor & Employment Law National Practice Section in FMG's Atlanta office. As a member of the firm's Labor & Employment Law National Practice Section, Mr. Hill represents both public and private employers in litigation and pre-suit negotiations involving claims of alleged unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation; wage and hour disputes; family and medical leave issues; and employment-contract disputes, including contracts involving non-di...

Joseph C. Sullivan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Joseph C., who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

David is in our Public Finance, Tax Incentives and Credit Markets Group. He has extensive experience in tax-exempt and taxable revenue bond financing. His practice focuses on debt financing for various types of senior living communities and affordable housing communities.

Kevin Gooch is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Commercial Finance Law. Kevin, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kevin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sydney Fairchild Williamson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Environmental. Sydney Fairchild, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sydney Fairchild is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael Pavento is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Patent Law. Michael, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Eric Mueller is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Eric, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eric is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

David M. Eaton is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law, Securities Regulation and Venture Capital Law. David M., who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practic...

Armando Basarrate is one of the leading healthcare attorneys in the region. Throughout his 30-year career, he has helped numerous hospitals and other healthcare providers establish, grow, and expand their businesses. Armando's deep knowledge and business-focused guidance is a powerful combination that serves his clients exceedingly well. Across regulatory, commercial law, and counseling scenarios, Armando brings extensive experience to bear. He has guided numerous public and non-profit hospit...