Business Details
Strategic Legal Counsel for Complex Challenges
Alston & Bird has built a reputation as a premier law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal solutions tailored to our clients' evolving needs. With a strategic focus on developing top-tier legal talent and fostering collaborative partnerships, we address complex challenges across diverse industries. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by 55,870 Pro Bono hours in 2024, recognition in Chambers USA for 73 practices, and advisory roles in $111B+ of M&A deals. We combine deep industry knowledge with innovative approaches to anticipate legal landscape changes, ensuring clients receive proactive, results-driven counsel.Our multidisciplinary teams specialize in sectors including healthcare, technology, finance, and life sciences, maintaining a client-centric philosophy that prioritizes practical business solutions alongside legal expertise. This approach has solidified our position as a trusted advisor to Fortune 100 companies and emerging enterprises alike.
Services
Corporate Law
Healthcare Litigation
Intellectual Property
Tax Advisory
Real Estate Law
Data Privacy
Environmental Law
Employment Law
International Arbitration
Bankruptcy
Highlights and features
- We maintain 73 Chambers USA-recognized practice areas
- Our attorneys have advised on $111B+ in M&A deals
- 265+ attorneys recognized in Best Lawyers 2026 edition
- We combine legal expertise with industry-specific business insights
- Our Pro Bono program contributed 55,870 hours in 2024
Associations and certifications
- Chambers USA
- Best Lawyers in America
What people say
Chambers USA recognition
Pro Bono commitment
Industry-specific expertise
Client-focused approach
Award-winning attorneys
Services
Corporate Law
Our Corporate Law practice advises on mergers, acquisitions, and complex business transactions. We provide strategic counsel for corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters. Our attorneys represent Fortune 100 companies and emerging businesses in structuring deals and managing legal risks.
Healthcare Litigation
We defend healthcare providers in regulatory enforcement actions and complex litigation matters. Our team handles FDA compliance issues, medical device disputes, and healthcare fraud investigations. We combine legal expertise with industry knowledge to resolve high-stakes healthcare-related legal challenges.
Intellectual Property
Our IP practice protects clients' innovations through patent prosecution, trademark registration, and copyright enforcement. We handle ITC Section 337 litigation and technology licensing agreements. Our attorneys specialize in post-grant proceedings and intellectual property portfolio management.
Data Privacy
We help organizations navigate data protection regulations and cybersecurity frameworks. Our services include breach response planning, compliance audits, and incident management. Our Privacy, Cyber & Data Strategy Team advises on emerging technologies and cross-border data transfer requirements.
Environmental Law
Our environmental practice addresses climate change compliance, regulatory enforcement defense, and transactional due diligence. We represent clients in energy supply agreements and environmental litigation matters. Our team provides strategic counsel on carbon management and sustainability initiatives.
People
Richard Hays
Managing Partner
Richard Hays leads Alston & Bird's strategic initiatives, focusing on innovation and client service excellence. With extensive experience in complex legal matters, he emphasizes proactive client counseling and business-oriented solutions.
Angela M. Spivey
Partner
Angela Spivey specializes in healthcare litigation and regulatory compliance. She represents providers in FDA enforcement actions and complex healthcare disputes, combining legal expertise with practical business insights.
Samuel D. Jockel
Partner
Samuel Jockel focuses on data privacy and cybersecurity matters. He advises clients on regulatory compliance and breach response strategies, with particular expertise in emerging technology and cross-border data issues.
Questions
What industries does Alston & Bird specialize in?
We serve healthcare, technology, finance, life sciences, energy, and food & beverage sectors with specialized legal expertise.
How does the firm handle complex litigation?
Our litigation team combines strategic thinking with industry knowledge to resolve high-stakes disputes through trial or alternative dispute resolution.
What international capabilities does the firm offer?
We provide global legal solutions with experience in cross-border transactions, international arbitration, and multinational regulatory compliance.
How does Alston & Bird support client innovation?
Our Intellectual Property practice protects innovations through patent prosecution, technology licensing, and IP litigation expertise.
What sustainability initiatives does the firm have?
We advise on climate change compliance, carbon management strategies, and environmental regulatory matters across industries.
