Atty. Nancy H. Baughan

Atty. Nancy H. Baughan

Nancy Baughan thrives on guiding her clients through complex litigation and arbitration matters. Her tireless, in-depth approach drives client confidence, leading to excellent outcomes across the board.

Atlanta Atlanta 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Nancy H. Baughan at a glance

Nancy H. Baughan is a business and litigation attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1994). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1993) and Washington and Lee University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Nancy Baughan thrives on guiding her clients through complex litigation and arbitration matters
  • Her tireless, in-depth approach drives client confidence, leading to excellent outcomes across the board
  • Nancy has a strong track record of finding creative ways to win for her clients via dispositive motions, in trial and arbitration, and on appeal
  • Nancy has honed her skills in representing financial institutions and public and private companies in a wide range of litigation and arbitration matters
  • She has successfully defended banks facing class action and other large-dollar exposures, guided insurance brokers against professional liability issues, litigated numerous contractual, consumer regulatory, and tortious claims, and handled cross-border business disputes, including international arbitration proceedings and related litigation
  • Nancy is a problem solver who seeks real-world, business-focused solutions for her clients
  • When a negotiated resolution is not possible, she takes a strategic approach to aggressively and effectively achieve the best results for her clients
  • With her wealth of experience and proactive style, Nancy is the go-to litigation counsel for large national and regional banks, product manufacturers, insurance brokers, and other companies

Practice Areas Explained

Nancy H. Baughan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nancy H. Baughan 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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nancy H. Baughan

Where is Nancy H. Baughan's law office located?
Nancy H. Baughan's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nancy H. Baughan handle?
Nancy H. Baughan focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Nancy H. Baughan practiced law?
Nancy H. Baughan has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Nancy H. Baughan go to law school?
Nancy H. Baughan earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Nancy H. Baughan for a consultation?
You can contact Nancy H. Baughan 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 Nancy H. Baughan received?
Nancy H. Baughan's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Selected as a "2020 Woman Leader in the Law" by ALM Media; Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1993
B.A.
Washington and Lee University
- 1990

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected as a "2020 Woman Leader in the Law" by ALM Media
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — and
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — ALM
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected as one of Georgia's "Rising Stars" by
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — magazine, 2005 and 2007
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1994

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