Balch & Bingham LLP

We kick off Women’s History Month with a powerful reminder: The impact of mentorship lasts for generations. At Balch, we celebrate our many attorneys and professionals who strive to create opportunities for others—like partner Anne Kaufold-Wiggins, who lives by the belief: “If you see it, you can be it.” As a young attorney, Anne sought role models beyond what was familiar, and now, she works hard to be that example—so others can see what’s possible. We’re proud to spotlight Anne, Brooke Gram, and Katherine Carey, three inspiring attorneys in our Atlanta office who continually uplift and empower those around them. This year’s theme for #WomensHistoryMonth, Moving Forward Together: Women Educating & Inspiring Generations, highlights the power of mentorship in shaping the future. #WomensHistoryMonth #LifeAtBalch #Mentorship

We had a blast at the Jacksonville Bar Association Young Lawyer Section’s annual chili cook-off! A special thank you goes to Balch’s Kyla George, Chris Walker, Erin Monsorno, and Tracey Mensah for making and serving our chili. This year’s event supported the Becoming Collegiate Academy and its mission to prepare young students for a successful future, with proceeds going to educational programs that benefit the Academy's students in grades K-5[HR1]. #LifeAtBalch #BalchGivesBack ??L-R: Kyla George, Christopher K. Walker, Erin Monsorno, Tracey Mensah

As Black History Month comes to a close, we reflect on the meaningful moments shared across our offices and the conversations that deepened our understanding of Black history and culture. ? This month, our team connected through events that honored both historical legacies and modern changemakers. ? In Birmingham, we attended an event honoring Judge Houston Brown, one of Cumberland School of Law’s first Black graduates, whose impact continues to inspire. ? In Montgomery, we visited the historic Dr. Richard Harris House, a historic home that served as a safe house for the Freedom Riders challenging interstate bus segregation. ? In Jackson, we gathered with the Jackson Black Women Lawyers Association. ? And in Atlanta, we explored inclusivity in the craft beer industry with Jen Price, founder of “Crafted for Action,” an organization that is focused on creating inclusive and welcoming experiences in the craft beer community. ? At Balch, we remain steadfast in our efforts to cultivate an environment where people of all backgrounds and perspectives can thrive at their highest level. ? #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #BHM #LifeAtBalch

Balch is committed to fostering the next generation of legal leaders, and we’re excited to share that Katie Hood and Katherine Carey have been selected for the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) training programs! Katie, a partner in the Gulfport office and a member of the Litigation Practice, joins the Fellows Program. Katherine, attorney in the Atlanta office and member of the Litigation Practice, joins the Pathfinder Program. Both programs provide invaluable training, mentorship, and opportunities to shape the future of the profession. We’re proud to continue our partnership with LCLD, an organization of corporate chief legal officers and law firm managing partners committed to creating an environment where all talent has the opportunity to thrive. Join us in celebrating Katie and Katherine as they take this next step in their careers. #BalchLeads #LCLD ? Read more: https://direc.to/mNvv

We invite you to our upcoming half-day seminar, DEI for Employers: Then & Now on March 14. Join Balch attorneys and guest speakers for a discussion on the evolving landscape of DEI, where we'll break down recent executive orders and government guidance, explore legal requirements, and address key employer concerns. From employee resource groups to recruiting efforts and internal and external communications, we hope to provide clarity as your business navigates the path forward. #EmploymentLaw #DEI #BalchLeads Register Today: https://direc.to/mq3t

We’re proud to share that Balch’s Energy Practice has been recognized with the Best of the Bar award by the Birmingham Business Journal! This honor reflects our team’s leadership in energy law—supporting groundbreaking projects that advance electricity generation and strengthen the nation’s power grid. From navigating complex regulations to facilitating major transactions, our attorneys provide counsel to companies driving innovation in nuclear energy, renewable power, and critical infrastructure. Congratulations to our Energy team on this well-earned recognition! #BalchLeads #EnergyLaw #NuclearEnergy More about our Energy Practice:?https://direc.to/mPuz

Balch’s Stephen Broadus enjoyed presenting “Love Your Legacy: Estate Planning for Young Professionals,” at a workshop hosted by the Gulf Coast Community Foundation and Coast Young Professionals. Stephen shared practical strategies to help young professionals protect their assets and plan for the future. Stephen is a partner in the firm’s Gulfport office and a member of the Corporate and Commercial Practice. His main focus involves advising clients on business succession and planning, corporate governance, entity structuring and formation, and estate planning. #BalchLeads #EstatePLanning Read more:?https://direc.to/mP4q

We are proud to share our Energy Practice and attorneys have once again been acknowledged as industry leaders in the Chambers Global 2025 Guide. For the seventh consecutive year, Balch is ranked globally for USA Energy: Nuclear (Regulatory & Litigation) and for the third consecutive year in USA Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation). Five attorneys are individually recognized as global leaders in their respective practice areas. ?? Nuclear Energy: Stan Blanton, Peter LeJeune, and Alan Lovett ?? Electricity: Lyle Larson and Andrew Tunnell Their expertise and dedication continue to drive success for our clients and shape the future of energy law. Join us in congratulating our team on this well-earned recognition! #BalchLeads #ChambersGlobal #EnergyLaw Read more:?https://direc.to/mPnM

Join us in welcoming Fariraishe Muzondo to Balch’s globally ranked Energy Practice! Fariraishe joins our Austin, Texas office, where she advises clients in the energy industry on regulatory, compliance, interconnection, and transactional matters. For more than 100 years, Balch's Energy Practice has been at the forefront of the energy sector, helping clients navigate complex challenges, market demands and emerging technologies. We are thrilled to have Fariraishe join #TeamBalch. ?#BalchGrows More about Fariraishe: https://direc.to/mPj_

Join us on March 14 for ?????? ?????? ??????????????????: ???????? & ??????, a half-day seminar exploring the evolving legal landscape of workplace DEI initiatives. In this video, Balch’s Doug Kauffman discusses the new Executive Order, “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity”, and key considerations for private employers—just one of the important topics we’ll cover at the seminar. Other key discussions will include: ? What’s Legal and What’s Not in Today’s DEI Landscape ? Governmental and Agency Guidance ? How Businesses Are Adapting The seminar, hosted at Balch’s Birmingham office, will bring together employers from multiple industries, and include human resources executives, business professionals, and in-house counsel. We hope you’ll join us! #EmploymentLaw #DEI #BalchLeads Register Today: https://direc.to/mq3t