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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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Firm News
Christy Boardman Kuklinski Selected to 2024-2025 Alabama Leadership Initiative Class VII
Through this program, she will collaborate with emerging leaders from across the state to build a shared understanding of Alabama’s challenges and priorities and work together to develop meaningful solutions.
Christy Boardman Kuklinski
November 5, 2024
Speaking Engagements
Balch Attorneys Speak at Alabama Fall Municipal Law Conference
John Smith and Tripp DeMoss delivered an update on municipal court bail bond litigation, offering municipal judges and prosecutors valuable insights into recent legal developments.
October 24-26, 2024
In the Media
Law360 Covers Return of Drew Johnson to Balch’s Energy Practice
Drew brings his expertise in energy regulatory and transactional matters, as well as corporate strategy and operations. 
Drew W. Johnson
October 28, 2024
Firm News
Balch & Bingham Welcomes Drew Johnson to Energy Practice in Atlanta, Georgia
Drew brings two decades of experience in energy and transactional matters.
Drew W. Johnson
October 21, 2024
Firm News
Phil Buffington Appointed Committee Chair for Mississippi Bankers Association
In this role, Phil will preside over the bank attorneys’ committee and help build consensus on legal issues impacting the MS Bankers Association and its member institutions.
C. Phillip Buffington Jr.
October 18, 2024
Awards & Rankings
Benchmark Litigation Recognizes Thirteen Balch & Bingham Attorneys as 2025 Leading Practitioners
In addition to the firm’s recognition among top trial firms globally, 13 Balch attorneys are individually highlighted as “Litigation Stars,” “Future Stars,” or included in the “40 & Under List.” 
October 14, 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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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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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
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In ‘Case’ You Missed It: NCAA faces mounting antitrust challenges over NIL rules
published by Yellowhammer News
September 20, 2024
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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
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Recognized in Most Recommended Law Firm Report & as a Litigation Standout by BTI Consulting
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Best Lawyers in America Includes 141 Balch Attorneys in 2024 Guide
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Recognized as a Leader in Diversity by the Birmingham Business Journal
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