Byung J. “BJay” Pak

Byung J. “BJay” Pak is a partner at Alston & Bird LLP, leveraging over two decades of experience in government investigations, regulatory compliance, and litigation. He represents corporations and executives in high-stakes government enforcement matters, internal investigations, and complex civil disputes, guiding clients through sensitive legal and reputational challenges.

BJay earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from Stetson University in 1995 and his Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois in 1998, graduating summa cum laude. Before entering private practice, he served as the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia, where he supervised more than 200 professionals and oversaw major federal prosecutions and civil litigation.

BJay’s earlier career includes serving three terms in the Georgia General Assembly, where he advanced criminal justice reforms and contributed to health care and tax legislation. As a registered Certified Public Accountant, BJay brings financial acumen to his legal practice, enabling him to advise clients effectively on regulatory, compliance, and enforcement issues.

BJay’s notable recognitions include the Daniel K. Inouye Trailblazer Award from the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association and the Prosecutor of the Year Award from the Korean Prosecutors Association. He has been repeatedly honored by Georgia Trend Magazine and Atlanta Magazine for his leadership and influence.

At Alston & Bird, Byung J. “BJay” Pak continues to provide strategic counsel to clients navigating complex enforcement, corporate governance, and risk management challenges. His deep public sector insight and private practice experience make him a trusted advisor for organizations facing intricate legal, political, and public relations issues.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Alston & Bird LLP
• Co-Founder & Former Vice Chair, Federal Bar Association, Qui Tam Section
• Founding Member & Past Co-Chair, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
• Former Editorial Board Member, Atlanta Bar Association
• Former Member, State of Georgia’s Special Council, Criminal Justice Reform
• Former Board Member, Georgia Asian Pacific American Bar Association
• Lifetime Member, National Association of Former U.S. Attorneys
• Lifetime Fellow, State Bar of Georgia Bar Foundation
• Former Member, Georgia Judicial Nominating Commission
• Former U.S. Attorney, Northern District of Georgia
• Member, State Bar of Georgia
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association

Licensed State

• Georgia
• District of Columbia

Education

• University of Illinois
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Stetson University
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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