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Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, PLLC

Corporate/Commercial

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Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, PLLC

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Businesses throughout Arkansas and beyond rely on Mitchell Williams for innovative business and legal solutions to help manage the challenges that arise in today’s competitive business environment. Whether it is day-to-day management and strategic planning, securing financing through a bank, identifying the most effective tax structure, or raising capital through a private equity fund, our business and corporate lawyers have the experience needed to help companies succeed and grow.

Our business and corporate lawyers represent a wide range of local, regional and national clients at all stages of their development – from startups to mature businesses to multimillion-dollar national corporations. Our team often works with clients in the role of general outside counsel providing effective legal support on all aspects of planning, structuring, negotiating and executing a variety of corporate transactions. We maintain a strong and focused local and regional practice which allows us to assist our clients with building relationships through our extensive contacts in the region’s business and regulatory community. Our goal on every matter is to drive value to our clients and deliver outstanding service.

  • Top Ranked in Arkansas by Chambers USA
  • Extensive experience providing creative strategies and business-minded solutions focused on client business goals 
  • Comprehensive legal knowledge to anticipate challenges, identify opportunities and manage business needs

Industries (16)

  • Banks
  • Bank Holding Companies
  • Real Estate
  • Real Estate Development
  • Real Estate Investment
  • Publicly-Owned Companies
  • Privately-Held Family Owned Businesses
  • Emerging Businesses
  • Small Businesses
  • Manufacturers
  • Utility Companies
  • Transportation
  • Energy
  • Food and Beverage
  • Health Care
  • Agribusiness

Chambers Review

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Corporate/Commercial - Arkansas

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard is an excellent Arkansas-based law firm acting on matters including corporate governance, securities and public finance, in addition to M&A. The firm has strong capabilities in tax-exempt bonds and tax structuring. The team offers additional strength in commercial real estate transactions.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleC Douglas Buford Jr
    Senior StatespeopleC Douglas Buford Jr

    C Douglas Buford Jr

    Douglas Buford advises clients on mergers and acquisitions and securities law, in addition to corporate governance matters. He is particularly noted in the market for his banking and finance sector expertise.

  • Band 2D Nicole Lovell
    Band 2D Nicole Lovell

    D Nicole Lovell

    Nicole Lovell is noted for her transactional expertise. She regularly advises clients on mergers and acquisitions, as well as securities law matters.

  • Band 3Melissa L. Bandy
    Band 3Melissa L. Bandy

    Melissa L. Bandy

    Melissa Bandy is recognized for her strong transactional practice, which includes advising on financing and entity formation. She is also noted for her representation of liquor permit holders.

Ranked Individuals at Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, PLLC (3)

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