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Cash, Check, Credit Card
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Contact Information
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About Me
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In May, 2010, Tom moved to a technology company where he serves in the role of Corporate Counsel and draws uponhis legal background and experience of helping... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
a Business client,
2009-07-14
over 2 years ago.
Client Review:
I was doing a search for an attorney who was knowledgeable about the hospitality industry and could help me create a contract for use for an internet-...
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Posted by:
a Business client,
2009-01-20
about 3 years ago.
Client Review:
Tom's ability to think like an entreprenuer and his focus on "the end in mind" has led to multiple succesful projects where he represented my company...
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Peer Endorsements
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I endorse this lawyer's work. Tom has a sound business approach and is very practical and efficient.
Endorsement from lawyer:
Evan Appel
, Atlanta (GA), Almost 3 years ago
Tom and I worked together for 8+ years, during which time I saw him handle a variety of corporate matters. From simple incorporations, to complex...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
James Andros
, Atlanta (GA), About 3 years ago
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Résumé
License
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28 years since Thomas L. McLain was first licensed to practice law.
| State |
License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| Georgia |
Active Member in Good Standing
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1984 |
01/13/2012 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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| Position |
Duration |
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Corporate Administration at
Wandering WiFi
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2010–present
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Shareholder at
Chorey, Taylor & Feil, A Professional Corporation
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2008–2010
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Member at
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
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1993–2008
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Partner at
Wasson, Sours & Harris, PC
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1984–1993
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See all 4 job entries
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Education
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| School |
Major |
Degree |
Graduated |
| University of Georgia School of Law |
Law |
JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude |
1984 |
| Furman University |
Geology |
BS - Bachelor of Science, magna cum laude |
1981 |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
Date |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2010 |
| AV rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2009 |
| Who's Who in Law |
Continental Who's Who Registry |
2009 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2008 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2007 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2006 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2005 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2004 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2003 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2002 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2001 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2000 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
1999 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
1998 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
1997 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
1996 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
1995 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
1994 |
| Merit Scholarship |
University of Georgia School of Law |
1983 |
| Merit Scholarship |
University of Georgia School of Law |
1982 |
| Merit Scholarship |
University of Georgia School of Law |
1981 |
| Phi Beta Kappa |
Furman University |
1981 |
See all 22 awards
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Associations
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Association Name |
Duration |
| Executive Committee of Board of Directors |
The World Chamber of Commerce |
2009-present
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| Owner & Moderator of Corporate Lawyer Network |
LinkedIn - network exclusively for licensed attorneys |
2008-present
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| Member |
National Association of Alcoholic Beverage Licensing Attorneys |
2008-present
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| Member (firm representative) |
National Association of Alcoholic Beverage Licensing Attorneys |
2008-present
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| Member |
State Bar of Georgia, Corporate Counsel Section |
2000-present
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| Member |
State Bar of Georgia, Business Law Section |
1996-present
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| Member |
State Bar of Georgia |
1984-present
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| Member |
Lawyers Club of Atlanta |
1988-1993
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| Member |
American Bar Association |
1984-1993
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See all 9 association entries
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Portfolio
Contribution
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Reputation Level 9
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Cases
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Outcome: Acquisition successfully completed
Outcome: Sucessfully completed
Outcome: Acquisition successfully completed
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Publications
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| Online Legal Forms Present Business Risks |
Information Security Resources |
2009 |
| Lessons from a $1.4 million HSR fine |
JD Supra |
2009 |
| Should you fear earnouts in M&A deals? |
JD Supra |
2009 |
| Thoughts on Twitter, Web 2.0, and legal marketing |
Chorey, Taylor & Feil Blog |
2009 |
| Are "Go Shop" Clauses Trending Up in M&A Transactions? |
Chorey, Taylor & Feil Blog |
2009 |
| Buying A Struggling Company |
Chorey, Taylor & Feil Blog |
2009 |
| A Good Time to Buy? |
Chorey, Taylor & Feil Blog |
2009 |
| Should businesses risk using form agreements from the Internet? |
Chorey, Taylor & Feil Blog |
2009 |
| Protecting the Crown Jewels: Trade Secrets and Non-Disclosure Agreements Part I; Overview |
Chorey, Taylor & Feil Podcasts |
2009 |
| Protecting the Crown Jewels: Trade Secrets and Non-Disclosure Agreements Part II: Non-Disclosure Agreements |
Chorey, Taylor & Feil Podcasts |
2009 |
| Success Beyond the Ususal Standards (profile article on Tom McLain) |
Continental Who's Who |
2009 |
| How international companies can avoid key legal mistakes in doing business in the United States |
Chorey, Taylor & Feil Podcasts |
2009 |
| Corporate Social Media Policies-Part 1 |
LexisNexis UCC, Commercial Contracts and Business Law Center |
2009 |
| Corporate Social Media Policies-Part 2: The Framework |
LexisNexis UCC, Commercial Contracts and Business Law Center |
2009 |
| Key Issues Facing Manufacturers And Distributors In The Current Business Environment |
Chorey, Taylor & Feil Publications |
2008 |
| Revised Filing Thresholds Under Hart-Scott-Rodino Act |
Martindale Hubbell (December 17, 2007); Southeast Tech Wire (February 8, 2007), |
2007 |
| Hart-Scott-Rodino Notifications Can Now Be Filed Electronically |
Womble Carlyle Website (Co-authored with Guanming Fang) |
2006 |
| HSR Gun-Jumping Case Results in $1.8 Million Fine |
Martindale Hubbell (April 6, 2007); Southeast Tech Wire (April 25, 2006) |
2006 |
| $350,000 Fine Paid for HSR Violations -- Are You at Risk? |
Womble Carlyle Website |
2005 |
| Delay, Dollars, and Disasters; contract advice in light of Georgia law |
Real Estate and Construction Trends |
1996 |
| Tips on Coping with Lien Deadlines |
Real Estate and Construction Trends |
1995 |
| Recent Developments in Environmental Law |
Doreys Office Guide |
1995 |
| The Bridges of Cherokee County; Contract Milestones in Light of DOT v. Fru-Con Construction |
Law & Mortar - Construction Law supplement to the Daily Report |
1994 |
| Georgia Prompt Pay Act |
Legal Trends, Advisory for Corporate Leader, publshed jointly by the American Corporate Counsel Association and the Daily Report |
1994 |
See all 26 publications
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Speaking Engagements
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| Presentation Name |
Conference |
Date |
| Master of Ceremonies for international trade seminar |
International Trade Seminar IV |
2009 |
| Master of Ceremonies for international trade seminar |
International Trade Seminar III |
2009 |
| Georgia, Kenya, the Kenya Diaspora - How the World Chamber of Commerce Supports Trade |
2nd Kenya Diaspora International Conference and Investment Forum |
2009 |
| Standardized Letters of Intent and Purchase Agreements |
Presentation to Attorneys Serving as In-House Counsel in Birmingham, Alabama |
2006 |
| Regulatory and Other Issues Related to Subscription Agreements in the Credit Reporting Industry |
Presentation to Attorneys Serving as In-House Counsel in Richmond, Virginia |
2005 |
| Recent Legal Developments |
Chapter Meeting; AAE |
1996 |
See all 6 speaking engagements
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