Barry Cannada focuses his practice on mergers and acquisitions, complex business transactions and finance and restructuring. He has extensive experience in various transactional advisory services, capital formation, joint ventures, private placements, financings (including distressed financings). He formerly served as the Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel overseeing all the administrative functions for a client earning approximately $3 billion in revenues and employing approximately 20,000 employees. Barry is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America®, Chambers USA and Mid-South Super Lawyers® for his work in corporate law.
R. Barry Cannada
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2003 Awarded Practice Areas
Corporate Law Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Awarded Practice Areas
Corporate Law Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Works at
Butler Snow LLP
226 Best Lawyers awards
Biography
Works at
Butler Snow LLP
226 Best Lawyers awards
Locations
Education
- University of Mississippi, J.D., graduated 1980
- University of Mississippi, BBA, graduated 1977
Bar Admissions
Affiliations
- American Bar Association - Member
- Capital Area Bar Association - Member
- Mississippi Bar Association - Member
- National Lawyers Association - Member
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Jackson, MS (2021)
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Jackson, MS (2012)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Special Focus:
- Corporate Finance
Awards:
- AV-rated, Martindale-Hubbell
- Mid-South Super Lawyers®, Business/Corporate
- Chambers USA, America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Corporate/Commercial
- Lawdragon 3000
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