About

Provided by Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC

Baker Donelson's Business Department is comprised of more than 250 attorneys who advise public, private, and emerging companies on legal and strategic issues affecting their operations, growth, and goals. We provide counsel on matters such as mergers and acquisitions, technology agreements, data protection and privacy, public and private securities offerings, lending and capital markets transactions, entity formation, corporate finance, executive compensation, and ESG-related investments. Our lawyers are experienced in both domestic and international business law and regularly advise on cross-border commercial transactions and compliance with global regulatory frameworks.

Our tax team supports clients at every stage of the business lifecycle, from formation and recapitalization to benefit plans, succession planning, and multijurisdictional tax analysis, including international treaty considerations. We also assist with transitions to next-generation ownership and help companies register as benefit corporations.

We provide guidance on IP protection and advise on real estate transactions such as developments, acquisitions, leasing, and financing. With industry teams focused on Gaming, REITs, Life Sciences, Hospitality, Energy, Automotive, Manufacturing, Telecommunications, Health Care, and more, we offer counsel grounded in real-world market insight. Our attorneys serve as strategic partners, committed to providing effective solutions that align with our clients' objectives.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/Commercial - Alabama

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz is especially noted for its activity in the financial services sector in Alabama. The firm represents businesses of all sizes, from startups to major corporations, in a variety of securities offerings, tax mandates and M&A. Its varied client list includes banks, healthcare providers and real estate investment trusts.

Notable practitioners

BG Minisman is a key contact.