Best Lawyers in Georgia, United States for Banking and Finance Law
Grace Dejean is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Grace, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Grace is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Leah D. Braukman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. Leah D., who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Leah D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Bethani R. Oppenheimer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Bethani R., who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bethani R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jonathan Stuart is an associate in Bradley’s Atlanta office where he focuses his practice on complex civil litigation, insurance defense, and labor and employment matters in state and federal courts. He works with clients in the financial services, food services, healthcare, entertainment, manufacturing, and retail industries. As a former Deloitte consultant, Jonathan takes an analytical, solution-driven approach to resolving legal disputes. His practice includes crafting and enforcing ...
Paul Krebs is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Paul, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Madeline’s practice focuses on commercial real estate and commercial lending, with an emphasis on government-guaranteed lending. She regularly represents lenders and borrowers in connection with all types of secured and unsecured loan transactions. Her experience includes the representation of national and regional lenders in connection with acquisition financing, construction financing, and government-guaranteed financing. Ms. Morgan graduated from the University of Georgia in 2013 wit...
John T. Hobgood is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. John T., 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 John T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Madison Morrow Lee represents clients in a wide range of commercial lending transactions. Her creativity and skill allow her to effectively represent clients' legal interests. Madison works with national and regional banks and other financial institutions in syndicated and single-lender transactions. She focuses on the negotiation, documentation, and administration of transactions, including asset-based loans and acquisition financing in a variety of industries. Madison's client-centered appr...
K. Ryan Dardard is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. K. Ryan, 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 K. Ryan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Seth Bloomfield is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law. Seth, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Seth is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Frances Hyewon Kim-Chriscoe is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Frances Hyewon, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Frances Hyewon is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jenna L. Lasseter is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Law, Public Finance Law, Real Estate Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. Jenna L., who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jenna L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Sarah Banda is an associate in the firm’s Commercial Finance practice group where she works on a wide range of commercial lending transactions. Sarah’s goal is to efficiently and skillfully represent clients' legal interests and ensure quality across all aspects of documenting and closing deals. Sarah's knowledge of the Bankruptcy and Uniform Commercial Codes ensures that client's interests are fully understood. Prior to joining the firm, Sarah clerked at the U.S. Bankruptcy Court...
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