Atty. Doug Franck

Atty. Doug Franck

Doug practices in the areas of business and securities law, including mergers and acquisitions and commercial finance. Doug has significant experience in the representation of businesses in various industries in mergers, sales and acquisition activities, public and private capital raising transactions and corporate governance issues.

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Profile Summary

About Doug Franck at a glance

Doug Franck is a business and m&a attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. Admitted to practice in Tennessee, Tennessee State Bar. Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1993) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Doug practices in the areas of business and securities law, including mergers and acquisitions and commercial finance
  • Doug has significant experience in the representation of businesses in various industries in mergers, sales and acquisition activities, public and private capital raising transactions and corporate governance issues
  • He has represented venture capital funds in their formation and strategic investment transactions
  • Doug also has experience in representation of issuers in public and private asset-backed securitization transactions
  • Doug provides a real world approach in advising clients regarding a vast array of business, finance and M&A matters
  • Before attending law school, Doug worked in commercial banking, and together with his legal experience, Doug has a solid foundation in assisting clients realize their goals including structuring and closing strategic transactions, equity and debt offerings, formation of business entities and general corporate counsel

Practice Areas Explained

Doug Franck's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Doug Franck handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Doug Franck

Where is Doug Franck's law office located?
Doug Franck's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Doug Franck handle?
Doug Franck focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
Where did Doug Franck go to law school?
Doug Franck earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Doug Franck for a consultation?
You can contact Doug Franck directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Doug Franck received?
Doug Franck's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1993
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1988

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Chambers USA, Corporate/M&A, 2010-2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Nashville Business Journal, “Best of the Bar," Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions, 2011-2012
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Governance Law (Nashville)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Governance Law (Nashville)
- 2019

Bar Admissions

Tennessee, Tennessee State Bar

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