Thomas L. McLain

Thomas L. McLain

also known as Tom McLain

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 41 years

Contracts and agreements Lawyer Practice Areas: Contracts & Agreements, Corporate & Incorporation, Licensing ... +5 more
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Reason: In-House Counsel

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Contracts and Agreements 20%

In support of my corporate and individual clients, I have successfully negotiated and drafted numerous agreements covering a wide range of subject matters.

41 years

20%
Corporate and Incorporation 15%

Experienced in handling corporate matters for all stages of companies, from start-up to mature.

41 years

15%
Licensing 15%

23 years

15%
Business 10%

My business clients range from individuals to small corporations to middle market to Fortune 500 companies. Many of my clients have connections to Georgia, but some are national and international. In essence, I serve as a general counsel for my business clients, helping them resolve a wide variety of issues.

41 years

10%
International Law 10%

I have represented international companies and individuals in connection with their interests, subsidiaries, and transactions in the US.

36 years

10%
Limited Liability Company (LLC) 10%

Experienced in handlingmatters for all stages of limited liability companies, from start-up to mature

41 years

10%
Mergers and Acquisitions 10%

Numerous successful M&A transactions for private and public companies

36 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 41 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1984

Inactive Member in Good Standing

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Thomas L. McLain's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Employment & Labor

Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2008 | Employment & Labor

Excellent business advice and expertise on a broad spectrum of issues

On more than one occasion, Tom has provided me with expert counsel in connection with executive compensation issues, when I have entered into employment agreements with new companies and also as I have departed companies in transition. Tom has advised me in connection with several entrepreneurial opp...ortunities as well. He has shown a high level of expertise and understanding and has been a cost effective legal advisor. I recommend him to anyone needing legal services in a business setting.

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Thomas L. McLain's Lawyer Endorsements

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Evan Appel

Business lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tom has a sound business approach and is very practical and efficient."

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James Andros

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"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 contracts, reorganizations, and M&A work, Tom provided his clients with superb expertise and personal attention. I endorse Tom McLain without reservation."

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Kenneth Shigley

Business lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is an excellent attorney with a solid reputation for quality legal work."

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Steven Choi

Mergers and acquisitions lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Tom for quite some time now. Tom is an excellent attorney and has great expertise in the area of mergers and acquisitions. Tom is particularly savvy when it comes to the Internet. I have consulted with him on many occasions in connection with the company that I run LawLink. His advice has been invaluable. I can highly recommend Tom."

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Peter LaSorsa

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tom has been active in high end legal work for over 20 years and is a fellow member of my lawlink network."

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Samuel Chambliss

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Tom many years and consider him to be a legal advisor of very high caliber. He has a depth of knowledge and experience in many practice areas. I heartily recommend Tom to anyone in need of engaging an excellent, cost effective legal advisor."

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John Watkins

Business lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have seen how Tom works and interacts with his clients, and he combines an excellent knowledge of the law with a common-sense, business-oriented approach. Tom strives to understand his client's businesses and to be a true asset and trusted advisor. Tom would be a great asset to any business client."

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Nisbet Kendrick

Mergers and acquisitions lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tom brings both common sense and the expertise of a major transaction lawyer to his middle market clients. He is a great M&A lawyer and an excellent value in the Atlanta market."

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Thomas Gallo

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Tom on executive employment agreements and other contracts. His depth of knowledge of the business and legal issues is impressive. He also brings practical, business-related insights to any legal issue."

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Otto Feil

Litigation lawyer

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Charles Lumsden

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Kenneth Shigley

Personal injury lawyer

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Peter LaSorsa

Litigation lawyer

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Samuel Chambliss

Real estate lawyer

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John Watkins

Litigation lawyer

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Gerry Elman

Licensing lawyer

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Thomas Gallo

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Nisbet Kendrick

Mediation lawyer

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James Andros

Mergers and acquisitions lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2010

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Who's Who in Law, Continental Who's Who Registry

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

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

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

Merit Scholarship, University of Georgia School of Law

Work Experience

2010 - 2015

Counsel, AirWatch

2010 - 2015

Corporate Administration, Wandering WiFi

2008 - 2010

Shareholder, Chorey, Taylor & Feil, A Professional Corporation

1993 - 2008

Member, Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice

1984 - 1993

Partner, Wasson, Sours & Harris, PC

Associations

2009 - Present

The World Chamber of Commerce

Executive Committee of Board of Directors

2008 - Present

LinkedIn - network exclusively for licensed attorneys

Owner & Moderator of Corporate Lawyer Network

2008 - Present

National Association of Alcoholic Beverage Licensing Attorneys

Member

2008 - Present

National Association of Alcoholic Beverage Licensing Attorneys

Member (firm representative)

2000 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Corporate Counsel Section

Member

1996 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Business Law Section

Member

1984 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1988 - 1993

Lawyers Club of Atlanta

Member

1984 - 1993

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Asset acquistion (land)

Acquisition successfully completed

Strategic alliance and related agreements.

Sucessfully completed

Asset Purchase

Acquisition successfully completed

Asset Purchase

Acquisition successfully completed

Stock Purchase

Acquisition successfully completed

Stock Sale

Sale successfully completed

Sale of Membership Interests

Sale successfully completed

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Education

1984

University of Georgia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude

1981

Furman University

BS - Bachelor of Science, magna cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2009

International Trade Seminar IV

Master of Ceremonies for international trade seminar

2009

International Trade Seminar III

Master of Ceremonies for international trade seminar

2009

2nd Kenya Diaspora International Conference and Investment Forum

Georgia, Kenya, the Kenya Diaspora - How the World Chamber of Commerce Supports Trade

2006

Presentation to Attorneys Serving as In-House Counsel in Birmingham, Alabama

Standardized Letters of Intent and Purchase Agreements

2005

Presentation to Attorneys Serving as In-House Counsel in Richmond, Virginia

Regulatory and Other Issues Related to Subscription Agreements in the Credit Reporting Industry

1996

Chapter Meeting; AAE

Recent Legal Developments

Publications

2009

LexisNexis UCC, Commercial Contracts and Business Law Center Corporate Social Media Policies-Part 2: The Framework

2009

LexisNexis UCC, Commercial Contracts and Business Law Center Corporate Social Media Policies-Part 1

2009

Information Security Resources Online Legal Forms Present Business Risks

2009

Chorey, Taylor & Feil Blog Hart-Scott-Rodino Not Limited to M & A

2009

Chorey, Taylor & Feil Blog A Good Time to Buy?

2009

Chorey, Taylor & Feil Blog Buying A Struggling Company

2009

2007

Martindale Hubbell (December 17, 2007); Southeast Tech Wire (February 8, 2007), Revised Filing Thresholds Under Hart-Scott-Rodino Act

2006

Martindale Hubbell (April 6, 2007); Southeast Tech Wire (April 25, 2006) HSR Gun-Jumping Case Results in $1.8 Million Fine

2006

Womble Carlyle Website (Co-authored with Guanming Fang) Hart-Scott-Rodino Notifications Can Now Be Filed Electronically

1996

Real Estate and Construction Trends Delay, Dollars, and Disasters; contract advice in light of Georgia law

1995

Doreys Office Guide Recent Developments in Environmental Law

1995

Real Estate and Construction Trends Tips on Coping with Lien Deadlines

1994

Legal Trends, Advisory for Corporate Leader, publshed jointly by the American Corporate Counsel Association and the Daily Report Georgia Prompt Pay Act

1994

Law & Mortar - Construction Law supplement to the Daily Report The Bridges of Cherokee County; Contract Milestones in Light of DOT v. Fru-Con Construction

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