Atty. Clay A. Lanham

Atty. Clay A. Lanham

Clay Lanham is a partner in the Corporate Practice Group. He focuses on real estate development and finance.

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Profile Summary

About Clay A. Lanham at a glance

Clay A. Lanham is an attorney based in Mobile, Alabama, practforg at Jones Walker Llp. Admitted to practice in Alabama, Alabama, Georgia, Georgia, and Mississippi, Mississippi. Educated at The University of Alabama (JD, 2001) and Auburn University (BS, 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Mobile, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Clay Lanham is a partner in the Corporate Practice Group
  • He focuses on real estate development and finance
  • Clay regularly represents private equity funds in the negotiation and documentation of loans secured by real estate and other assets as well as the purchase and sale of loans, real estate, and other assets
  • Clay also represents developers and investors in the purchase and sale of properties and throughout the entire development process, from the formation of development entities, initial acquisition of properties, representation before political bodies for rezoning and approvals of projects, acquiring permits, applying for economic incentives, financing, easements, leasing, and other general real estate matters common to commercial, residential, and industrial developments
  • Clay represents businesses in the areas of construction, business and commercial law, and civil litigation
  • He counsels clients in all aspects of the construction process, including owners and developers, general contractors, sub-contractors, home builders, and material providers
  • Clay is a licensed title insurance agent in Alabama and Georgia and serves as vice president of one of the firm's title companies, Baronne Title of Alabama, LLC. Clay is an authorized agent for First American Title Insurance Company, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, and Old Republic National Title Insurance Company

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

Practforg law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Mobile are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Clay A. Lanham's law office located?
Clay A. Lanham's law practice is located in Mobile, Alabama. The firm is Jones Walker Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Clay A. Lanham go to law school?
Clay A. Lanham earned their education at (JD, 2001); (BS, 1998).
How can I contact Clay A. Lanham for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Clay A. Lanham receiandd?
Clay A. Lanham's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Practice Areas

Education

JD
The University of Alabama
- 2001
BS
Auburn University
- 1998

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Alabama, Alabama
Georgia, Georgia
Mississippi, Mississippi

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