Atty. Rick D. Blumen

Atty. Rick D. Blumen

Rick Blumen represents lead arrangers, lenders, borrowers, private equity firms and underwriters, and has served as counsel to several of the largest U.S. commercial banks and their affiliates, and Fortune 500 companies, in a variety of finance transactions. These transactions include secured and unsecured syndicated credit facilities, private placements, high-yield debt offerings, acquisition financings, recapitalizations, first- and second-lien loans, mezzanine financings and pre-petition workouts and restructurings.

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About Rick D. Blumen at a glance

Rick D. Blumen is a business attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. Admitted to practice in Georgia, State Bar of Georgia. Educated at The George Washington University (J.D., 1990) and Emory University (BA, 1986). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Rick Blumen represents lead arrangers, lenders, borrowers, private equity firms and underwriters, and has served as counsel to several of the largest U.S. commercial banks and their affiliates, and Fortune 500 companies, in a variety of finance transactions
  • These transactions include secured and unsecured syndicated credit facilities, private placements, high-yield debt offerings, acquisition financings, recapitalizations, first- and second-lien loans, mezzanine financings and pre-petition workouts and restructurings
  • Mr. Blumen's experience on the lender side ranges from asset-based lending to investment grade, and from rock stars to major airline carriers to portfolio companies of Berkshire Hathaway
  • He represents publicly traded and private companies, including several portfolio companies of private equity firms, as borrowers and issuers of debt and quasi-debt securities
  • His sector experience includes food and beverage, media, aircraft, transportation, retail and consumer services, health care, manufacturing, technology, financial services and insurance
  • Mr. Blumen currently serves as the firm's financial partner
  • He is the former chair of the firm's Partners' Committee and co-chair of the Finance Group
  • Mr. Blumen has been recognized in Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business and listed in The Best Lawyers in America for his experience in banking and finance and securitization and structured finance law

Practice Areas Explained

Rick D. Blumen's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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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 Rick D. Blumen

Where is Rick D. Blumen's law office located?
Rick D. Blumen's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rick D. Blumen handle?
Rick D. Blumen focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
Where did Rick D. Blumen go to law school?
Rick D. Blumen earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (BA, 1986).
How can I contact Rick D. Blumen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Rick D. Blumen received?
Rick D. Blumen's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Equipment Finance Law.

Education

J.D.
The George Washington University
- 1990
BA
Emory University
- 1986

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Equipment Finance Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Securitization and Structured Finance Law (Atlanta)
- 2017

Bar Admissions

Georgia, State Bar of Georgia

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