Profile
Veteran Antitrust and Business Litigation
Alan L. Marx is a seasoned attorney serving as Of Counsel at the prestigious law firm of King & Ballow in downtown Nashville. With a distinguished career that includes service in the U.S. Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division, Alan brings a level of federal regulatory experience that is rare in the private sector. Located on Union Street, King & Ballow has been a fixture of the Nashville legal community since 1969, known for its aggressive representation and national reach. Alan’s practice focuses on high-stakes business litigation, antitrust law, and consumer protection. If you are a business owner facing unfair competition or a complex regulatory investigation, you need to find a lawyer with the tactical expertise to navigate federal agencies and courts. Alan Marx offers the seasoned judgment and strategic insight developed over decades of legal practice.
Protecting Fair Competition
Alan’s background as a former federal prosecutor and Special Litigation Counsel gives him a unique advantage in antitrust matters. He helps businesses ensure compliance with competition laws and defends them against allegations of price-fixing, monopolization, and other trade violations. As a skilled business litigation lawyer, he also handles a broad range of commercial disputes, from breach of contract to media law issues. His commitment to consumer protection is evident in his writings and his work with organizations like AARP. If you are looking to hire an attorney who understands the nuances of economic regulation and can effectively challenge government overreach or corporate misconduct, Alan Marx is a formidable advocate.
- Antitrust Law: Advising on mergers, joint ventures, and pricing strategies to avoid regulatory pitfalls and defending against enforcement actions.
- Business Litigation: Representing clients in complex commercial disputes, class actions, and federal lawsuits.
- Consumer Protection: Advocating for fair business practices and representing clients in disputes involving deceptive trade practices.
- Media Law: Leveraging King & Ballow’s historic strength in representing newspapers and broadcasters in First Amendment and regulatory matters.
A Scholar and a Practitioner
Alan L. Marx is not only a litigator but also an educator. He has taught Antitrust Law as an Adjunct Professor at Vanderbilt University School of Law, shaping the minds of future attorneys. His deep involvement with the Nashville Bar Association and the Federal Bar Association reflects his dedication to the legal profession. Clients benefit from his scholarly approach to law, which ensures that every argument is backed by rigorous research and analysis. When you book a lawyer at King & Ballow, you are engaging with a firm that has a history of taking on tough cases and winning. Alan’s office provides a professional environment where complex legal strategies are crafted.
Historic Union Street Location
Alan L. Marx practices from King & Ballow’s offices at 315 Union Street, Suite 1100. This central downtown location places the firm in the middle of Nashville’s business and government activities. Whether you are a local company or a national corporation with interests in Tennessee, Alan Marx is ready to provide the high-level representation you require. Contact him today to find a lawyer who brings federal-level expertise to your business challenges.
Specializing In
Antitrust Law, Business Litigation, Consumer Protection, Media Law
Address & Location
Located in the historic Downtown Core of Nashville, adjacent to the famous Printers Alley.
Building Location
It is a historic 15-story mixed-use building known as Union Street Plaza (historically the American Trust and Nashville Trust Buildings), situated at the corner of Union Street and 3rd Avenue North, steps away from the iconic Printers Alley.
Suite Access
Enter through the main front entrance of the Union Street Plaza building on Union Street. Access the office elevators in the lobby and ride to the 11th floor to find Suite 1100.
Parking Details
A variety of parking options are nearby, including the Public Square underground garage, and multiple surface public pay lots within a short walking distance.
Public Transit
Served by local transit lines; nearest stop is at Music City Central MTA Bus Terminal.
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