Stites and Harbison, PLLC – Atlanta, GA

Full-Service Corporate and Real Estate Counsel

About Stites and Harbison, PLLC

Stites and Harbison, PLLC is a historic law firm with a footprint that spans the Southeast. Tracing its origins back to 1832, the firm is one of the oldest and most respected legal institutions in the region. The Atlanta office, established through a strategic merger in 1999, serves as a critical hub for the firm’s banking, real estate, and corporate practices. The attorneys at Stites and Harbison are known for being ‘client-centric,’ prioritizing practical business solutions over theoretical legal debates. They represent a diverse clientele ranging from multinational corporations and financial institutions to family-owned businesses and nonprofit organizations.

Key Practice Areas

The Atlanta office provides sophisticated legal services tailored to the needs of the business community:

• Real Estate: Handling complex commercial transactions, development projects, leasing, and zoning matters.
• Banking and Finance: Representing lenders and borrowers in loan originations, workouts, and regulatory compliance.
• Construction Law: Advising developers, contractors, and engineers on contracts, risk management, and dispute resolution.
• Corporate Litigation: Managing high-stakes business disputes, class actions, and intellectual property litigation.
• Creditors’ Rights: Assisting financial institutions with collections, foreclosures, and bankruptcy proceedings.

A Tradition of Service

Stites and Harbison is a member of Lex Mundi, the world’s leading network of independent law firms, giving their clients access to legal expertise in over 100 countries. Despite this global reach, the firm maintains a local focus, deeply embedded in the Atlanta legal and business communities. Their attorneys are frequently recognized in Chambers USA and Best Lawyers in America for their expertise in litigation and real estate. The firm fosters a collaborative environment where cross-disciplinary teams work together to solve the most challenging problems.

Downtown Headquarters

The firm is located in the prestigious Truist Plaza (formerly SunTrust Plaza) in downtown Atlanta. This iconic John Portman-designed skyscraper places the firm at the center of the city’s financial district, offering state-of-the-art facilities for client meetings.