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More than 100 years of service to our clients, colleagues, profession and communities.

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We may work in highly regulated industries like energy, financial services, healthcare and others but really, we’re just people who are eager to navigate a challenge.

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The Latest

Speaking Engagements

Jeff Starling Speaks at 2024 Manufacture Alabama HR, Safety, and Environmental Conference

His presentation focused on the growing risks associated with the use of temporary and contract labor in manufacturing.

Marion Jefferson Starling III

November 21, 2024

Speaking Engagements

David Bowsher and Jonathan Hoffmann Speak at ACA International Fall Forum

Their presentation focused on how to structure deals to ensure businesses achieve their objectives and more.

David K. Bowsher Jonathan P. Hoffmann

November 14, 2024

Firm News

Balch & Bingham Welcomes Ben Barrow to Globally Ranked Energy Practice

Ben’s practice will focus on federal and state energy regulatory matters, where he will assist clients in navigating complex regulatory landscapes across the energy sector.

Benjamin J. Barrow

November 13, 2024

Speaking Engagements

Mississippi Hospital Association’s 2024 HR Summit

Balch attorneys shared updates and practical insights on the evolving landscape of HR and employment law at the Mississippi Hospital Association’s 2024 HR Summit.

November 13, 2024

Videos

Pepper Crutcher Discusses Jarkesy vs. SEC in New Videos Produced by The Mississippi Manufacturers Association

Pepper explains how the ruling reinforces protections established in the Bill of Rights, emphasizing its broad impact.

R. Pepper Crutcher, Jr.

November 8, 2024

Awards & Rankings

Balch & Bingham Recognized for Excellence by Best Law Firms In 2025 Edition

Balch received 10 national designations.

November 7, 2024

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Balch Welcomes Eleven New Associates

These attorneys will work across the firm’s footprint in its nationally recognized Corporate & Commercial, Environmental & Natural Resources, Estate Planning & Trusts, and Litigation Practices.

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of Partners Recognized by Chambers & Partners

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We're a dynamic team focused on talent, collaboration, creativity and commitment. By encouraging the constant growth of our team, you will have an opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, and engage in meaningful work that pushes boundaries.

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We take great care to cultivate a workforce that embraces the many different perspectives, backgrounds and cultures of our attorneys, staff and profession.

Your Career

At Balch, you have the resources and options you need to fuel your growth. We invest in you, to teach the crucial skills and analytical tactics that place you ahead of the game.

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Latest Insights

Authored Article

Sackett, One Year Later

The article explores how the Sackett ruling is impacting project development, the application of the Sackett rule in the past year, and what manufacturers can do moving forward.

November 4, 2024

Authored Article

DOL Looks Likely to Win Salary Threshold Fight

Published in the Mississippi Business Journal

October 23, 2024

Authored Article

2024 M&A Outlook: How Changing Deal Terms Reflect a Shifting Market

Lauren discusses the evolving M&A landscape, breaking down key trends and the shifts in deal terms over the past year, and expectations looking forward to Q4 2024 and 2025.

September 26, 2024

Insight

In ‘Case’ You Missed It: NCAA faces mounting antitrust challenges over NIL rules

published by Yellowhammer News

September 20, 2024

Authored Article

Non-Compete Contracts: Legally Undead

Pepper delves into the Federal Trade Commission’s rule to ban nearly all non-competes and the consequences of its recent defeat in a Texas federal court.

September 12, 2024

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Balch Business Boost

Balch Business Boost is a program dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs of color and/or women-owned businesses and start-ups by providing free or low-cost legal services.

The program leverages the experience and talents of a full-service law firm to help emerging and established minority- and women-owned businesses navigate legal and entrepreneurial challenges to building and sustaining success, ultimately helping these businesses fuel growth, eliminate barriers and spark momentum.

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Awards

Balch's Nuclear Energy & Electricity Practices Named Among The Best Globally by Chambers Global

Recognized in Most Recommended Law Firm Report & as a Litigation Standout by BTI Consulting

Best Lawyers in America Includes 141 Balch Attorneys in 2024 Guide

Recognized as a Leader in Diversity by the Birmingham Business Journal