W. Clark Watson is a member of the Business Section of the firm. He advises business clients in all stages of their development, from start-up enterprises to those with established operations. He is experienced with the formation of business entities and corporate acquisitions and sales, as well as a variety of matters requiring general corporate and business law advice. Mr. Watson has worked with clients in a number of business sectors including manufacturing, retail, financial products and services, wholesalers, professionals, contractors, non-profit corporations and real estate development.
Upon graduation from law school, Mr. Watson was a law clerk to the Honorable James H. Hancock, United States District Judge for the Northern District of Alabama. In addition to his professional commitments, Mr. Watson serves as a Trustee of Samford University where he served as Chairman of the Board from 2007 to 2011.
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
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The Best Lawyers in America, 2007-Present Editions (Banking; Bankruptcy)
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Super Lawyers, 2008 - Present
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Chambers USA, America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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American Bar Association; Business Law Section
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Alabama Law Institute- Limited Liability Company Drafting Committee
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Past Chairman, Bankruptcy and Commercial Law Section, Alabama State Bar
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Birmingham Bar Association, Business Law Section
