Firm Overview
Alston & Bird is Atlanta's preeminent law firm and one of the leading healthcare, financial services, and IP firms in the country. The firm's culture — consistently cited as one of the best in BigLaw — pairs with genuine substantive excellence across its core practice areas.
Associate Experience
Alston & Bird is consistently ranked among the best BigLaw firms for associates. The culture is genuinely collegial, the work is high-quality, and the firm's size allows for a less anonymous associate experience than some larger peers.
Lateral Recruiting Context
Alston & Bird recruits selectively across healthcare, IP, financial services, and litigation. The firm's culture makes it a particularly attractive destination for laterals who want BigLaw-caliber work without the most demanding cultural environments.
Rankings
Firm Size
*as of May 2026
Chambers USA Band 1
- Healthcare
- Tax
