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Atty. Lance J. Wilkerson

Atty. Lance J. Wilkerson

Lance J. Wilkerson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

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Profile Summary

About Lance J. Wilkerson at a glance

Lance J. Wilkerson is a business and m&a attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Butler Snow LLP. Educated at Samford University (J.D., 2004). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Lance J. Wilkerson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Lance J., who practices law in Birmingham, Alabama, has been recognized since 2020
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lance J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Lance J. Wilkerson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lance J. Wilkerson 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.

Lance J. Wilkerson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Lance J. Wilkerson is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Alabama →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Birmingham 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 substantive 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lance J. Wilkerson

Where is Lance J. Wilkerson's law office located?
Lance J. Wilkerson's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Butler Snow LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lance J. Wilkerson handle?
Lance J. Wilkerson focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
Where did Lance J. Wilkerson go to law school?
Lance J. Wilkerson earned their education at (J.D., 2004).
How can I contact Lance J. Wilkerson for a consultation?
You can contact Lance J. Wilkerson 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 Lance J. Wilkerson received?
Lance J. Wilkerson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

Education

J.D.
Samford University
- 2004

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026

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