About Burr & Forman LLP

Burr & Forman LLP has built a century-long reputation for legal excellence and principled advocacy across a broad spectrum of industries. The firm’s foundation rests on integrity, collaboration, and a client-centered approach that defines success by achieving meaningful results. With over 370 attorneys located in ten states, the firm combines deep regional insight with national reach, ensuring that every legal strategy is informed, practical, and designed to deliver measurable outcomes.

Burr & Forman LLP distinguishes itself through a disciplined commitment to preparation and performance. Each matter is approached with meticulous attention to detail, thorough analysis, and innovative thinking. The firm’s attorneys are recognized for anticipating complex challenges and crafting forward-looking solutions that align with both immediate and long-term goals. This level of preparation has earned recognition from Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America®, and BTI Consulting, reflecting consistent excellence and client satisfaction across diverse practice areas.

Burr & Forman LLP delivers strategic representation across corporate, commercial, and regulatory domains. Core capabilities include commercial litigation, appellate advocacy, financial services, labor and employment, construction law, and cybersecurity. The firm also provides comprehensive counsel in areas such as intellectual property, health care, real estate, and environmental law. This breadth allows clients to address interconnected legal needs through a single trusted partner, backed by a team that understands both the intricacies of business operations and the nuances of government regulation.

Burr & Forman LLP remains committed to ethical advocacy and confidentiality. Every engagement is handled with discretion and respect for client priorities, ensuring that sensitive matters receive the utmost protection. The firm’s approach combines legal mastery with genuine understanding—fostering partnerships built on trust and long-term success. By blending deep expertise with personalized service, the firm continues to help businesses, institutions, and individuals navigate the evolving legal landscape with confidence and clarity.

Practice Areas

Business
  • Agriculture Funding & Lending
  • Alternative & Renewable Energy
  • Antitrust
  • Automotive
  • Blockchain, Cryptocurrency & Electronic Transactions
  • Commercial & Corporate Finance
  • Business Formation
  • Commercial Contracts
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Succession Planning
  • Cybersecurity & Data Privacy
  • Economic Development
  • Education
  • FDA And Life Sciences
  • Federal Infrastructure Projects
  • Financial Institutions
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Beverage
  • Franchise & Distribution
  • Health Care
  • Private Equity
  • Public Finance
  • Railroads
  • Securities
  • Sports & Entertainment
  • Tax Law
  • Transportation & Logistics
Employment
  • Employer Advising, Policies & Training
  • Employment Litigation
  • Labor Relations
  • Non-Compete & Trade Secrets
  • OSHA
  • Wage & Hour
  • Whistleblowing, Retaliation, & Compliance
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
Immigration
  • Temporary (Nonimmigrant) Visas
  • Permanent (Immigrant) Visas/Green Cards
  • Citizenship Matters
  • Consular Representation
  • I-9 Workplace Compliance
  • Family-Based Immigration
  • EB-5 Investor Program
Creditors' Rights And Bankruptcy
  • Avoidance Actions
  • Bankruptcy Litigation
  • Commercial Landlord/Tenant Litigation
  • Debtor In Possession Financing
  • Lender Liability
  • Receiverships
  • Section 363 Sales
  • Workouts, Restructurings, & Enforcement
Lawsuits & Disputes
  • Appellate Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Consumer Finance Litigation & Compliance
  • Consumer Product Safety
  • Insurance
  • Maritime
  • Mass Torts & Hazardous Substances
  • PPP And CARES Act Audit, Investigations, & Defense
  • Professional Liability
  • White Collar Crime
Estate Planning
  • Business Succession Planning
  • Charitable Gift Planning
  • Estate & Gift Tax Planning
  • Family Limited Partnerships & Limited Liability Companies
  • Fiduciary Representation
  • Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax Planning
  • Health Care Directives (Living Wills & Health Care Proxies)
  • Marital Agreements
  • Post Mortem Transfer & Income Tax Planning
  • Powers Of Attorney
  • Probate & Estate Administration
  • Wills & Trusts
Intellectual Property
  • Copyrights
  • Domain Name & Internet Issues
  • Licensing
  • Litigation
  • Non-Compete
  • Patents
  • Privacy
  • Protective Agreements
  • Service Marks
  • Social Media
  • Trademarks
  • Trade Secrets
Family Law
  • Divorce
  • Equitable Distribution Of Assets And Liabilities
  • Property And Business Valuations
  • Taxation
  • Spousal (Alimony) And Child Support
  • Child Custody
  • Occupational Assessments
  • Parenting Plans And Time-Sharing Issues
  • Pre-Nuptial, Post-Nuptial, And Marital Settlement Agreements
  • Post-Dissolution Enforcement And Modification Issues
Real Estate
  • Construction & Project Development
  • Environmental
  • Multifamily Housing
  • Commercial Real Estate Finance
  • Land Use & Zoning
  • Tax Sales
Government
  • Administrative & Regulatory
  • Government Contracting
  • Government Investigations
  • Government Relations

Fees

  • Accepts Credit Cards

Office locations for Burr & Forman LLP

Burr & Forman LLP - Birmingham

420 20th St N #3400, Birmingham, AL 35203

Burr & Forman LLP - Atlanta

1075 Peachtree St NE Suite 3000, Atlanta, GA 30309

Burr & Forman LLP - Mobile

11 N Water St # 22200, Mobile, AL 36602

Burr & Forman LLP - Charleston

850 Morrison Dr Suite 300, Charleston, SC 29403

Burr & Forman LLP - Charleston

115 Fairchild St Suite 200, Charleston, SC 29492