Alina Lee

Alina Lee

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Founding Partner with Creative Solutions | I Support Enterprises with Marketing, Tech, IP, and General Transactional Law Needs | Chambers Rated Firm | CIPP/US/E
Georgia, United States

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  • Aspire Law
    Founding Partner
    Aspire Law
    Feb 2021 - Current (5 years 8 months)
    I focus on serving as an ๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ฌ๐ข๐๐ž ๐ ๐ž๐ง๐ž๐ซ๐š๐ฅ ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ž๐ฅ to companies in the ๐ฆ๐š๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐ญ๐ž๐œ๐ก, and ๐œ๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ฌ๐ฉ๐š๐œ๐ž. I help my clients with their ๐๐š๐ฒ-๐ญ๐จ-๐๐š๐ฒ ๐ฅ๐ž๐ ๐š๐ฅ ๐ง๐ž๐ž๐๐ฌ.

    For example:
    โœ…Drafting and negotiating contracts with key customers and vendors (to protect the money coming in and reduce the risk for money going out of your business)
    โœ…Helping with your employment law needs like providing compliant offer letter, independent contractor agreements, employment agreements, employee handbooks, and helping with the process of letting people go.
    โœ…Helping to ensure that your operations are legally compliant.
    โœ…Reviewing your company policies and processes
  • Mailchimp
    Senior Corporate Counsel
    Mailchimp
    Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year 1 month)
    As ๐’๐ž๐ง๐ข๐จ๐ซ ๐‚๐จ๐ซ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ž ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ž๐ฅ, my responsibilities included:
    โ€ข ๏ธProviding advice and support directly to business leads and technical specialists on a range of legal and business issues, including issues related to advertising, intellectual property, technology law, and international law.
    โ€ข ๏ธCollaborating cross-functionally with marketing, product, communications and other stakeholders on multi-disciplinary issues.
    โ€ข ๏ธSupporting marketing and promotional initiatives, including counseling internal teams on international issues, marketing compliance, and contest, sweepstakes, and giveaways requirements.
    โ€ข ๏ธAssisting with the management of global trademark portfolio and direct outside counsel in the exec
  • Southern Company Gas
    Senior Counsel, Retail
    Southern Company Gas
    Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 (1 year 1 month)
    As ๐’๐ž๐ง๐ข๐จ๐ซ ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ž๐ฅ at Southern Company Gas, a subsidiary of Southern Company, a Fortune 500 company, I share legal responsibility (with one other in-house attorney) over the full array of legal matters of SouthStar Energy Services, the retail natural gas marketer subsidiary of Southern Company Gas.

    My practice mostly consists of:
    ๐Ÿ”ธProviding legal guidance on marketing law
    ๐Ÿ”ธFacilitating the companyโ€™s transactions through contract drafting and negotiating
    ๐Ÿ”ธDrafting, reviewing, and negotiating the full spectrum of agreements at SouthStar, e.g. agreements related to: gas sales, website development, IP licensing and consulting, confidentiality, debt collection, call center services, etc.
    ๐Ÿ”ธReviewing
  • Southern Company Gas
    Counsel, Retail
    Southern Company Gas
    Apr 2015 - Dec 2018 (3 years 9 months)
    As Retail Counsel to Southern Company Gas, I shared responsibility for all legal matters of SouthStar (a major subsidiary of Southern Company Gas) with one other in-house attorney. My primary practice areas were ๐ฆ๐š๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ฅ๐š๐ฐ and ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ž๐ซ๐œ๐ข๐š๐ฅ ๐ญ๐ซ๐š๐ง๐ฌ๐š๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ.

    My daily responsibilities included ๐๐ซ๐š๐Ÿ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐ซ๐ž๐ฏ๐ข๐ž๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐ , and ๐ง๐ž๐ ๐จ๐ญ๐ข๐š๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  a full spectrum of agreements, e.g. agreements related to:
    ๐Ÿ”บretail sales
    ๐Ÿ”บB2B sales
    ๐Ÿ”บco-marketing arrangements
    ๐Ÿ”บIT services
    ๐Ÿ”บIP licensing
    ๐Ÿ”บsupply chain
    ๐Ÿ”บconsulting services
    ๐Ÿ”บdebt collection services
    ๐Ÿ”บconfidentiality
    ๐Ÿ”บand more

    The other large piece of my responsibilities included
  • Morris Manning  Martin LLP
    Corporate Transactional Associate
    Morris Manning Martin LLP
    Jul 2014 - Apr 2015 (10 months)
    While my practice at MMM focused on ๐ฆ๐ž๐ซ๐ ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐š๐œ๐ช๐ฎ๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ and ๐ž๐ช๐ฎ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐ข๐ง๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž, I also assisted with ๐œ๐จ๐ซ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ž ๐ ๐จ๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ง๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž matters and ๐ฌ๐ž๐œ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐ž๐ฌ ๐ซ๐ž๐ ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ฅ๐š๐ฐ.

    My responsibilities included:
    ๐Ÿ”ธDrafting and negotiating principal and ancillary M&A transaction and equity finance documents, such as, purchase agreements, escrow agreements, transition service agreements, and various ancillary documents
    ๐Ÿ”ธManaging transactions and clients as buy-side counsel, sell-side counsel, and general outside counsel
    ๐Ÿ”ธCounseling clients regarding general corporate governance matters and drafting a wide variety of corporate governance and corporate organiz
  • R
    Corporate Transactional Associate
    Rogers Hardin now Smith Gambrell Russell
    Sep 2012 - Jul 2014 (1 year 11 months)
    A was an attorney at Rogers & Hardin LLP, which is now Smith Gambrell Russell.

    My practice focused on:
    ๐Ÿ”บ๐ฆ๐ž๐ซ๐ ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐š๐œ๐ช๐ฎ๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ
    ๐Ÿ”บ๐ฌ๐ž๐œ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐ž๐ฌ ๐ซ๐ž๐ ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง
    ๐Ÿ”บ๐ซ๐ž๐š๐ฅ ๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ๐š๐ญ๐ž ๐Ÿ๐ข๐ง๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž, and
    ๐Ÿ”บ๐œ๐จ๐ซ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ž ๐ ๐จ๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ง๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž.

    REPRESENTATIVE EXPERIENCE
    ๐Ÿ”นRepresented a๐๐˜๐’๐„-๐ฅ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐ฌ๐ž๐ง๐ข๐จ๐ซ ๐ก๐จ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐š๐ง๐ฒ in connection with several financings, including a revolving credit facility and various refinancings for multi-property multi-state portfolios
    ๐Ÿ”นRepresented ๐ฉ๐ซ๐ข๐ฏ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐ก๐ž๐ฅ๐ ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐š๐ง๐ข๐ž๐ฌ in connection with their acquisition and sale of privately held businesses
    ๐Ÿ”นRepresented ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐›๐ฅ๐ข
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  • Vanderbilt University Law School
    Doctor of Law (J.D
    Vanderbilt University Law School
  • The University of Georgia
    Bachelor of Arts - BA, History
    The University of Georgia
    I graduated from college in two years and ten months with a 3.89 GPA while playing on the top 5 ranked women's golf team in the country.
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      Systems That Help Small Law Firms Scale Efficiently
      Issued by National Business Institute
      Co-authored the article "Systems That Help Small Law Firms Scale Efficiently" with Aspire Law's Operations Manager, Daniela De Alba, for NBI's The Solo and Small Firms Toolkit 2026. The article explores how documented systems โ€” from lead tracking to client intake โ€” help solo and small firm attorneys create a consistent, disciplined client experience as they scale.
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      Pro-Bono Happy Hour Roundtable - Investing in High-Impact Pro Bono Projects
      Issued by American Bar Association
      I was a panelist at the American Bar Association Spring Meeting. Pro bono work has long been a cornerstone of professional responsibility, but today it is also emerging as a powerful vehicle for strategic impact. This roundtable discussion explored how firms can thoughtfully invest their business law and transactional talent, and resources into pro bono initiatives that deliver meaningful and measurable outcomes for communities.

      Panelists shared their insights on identifying high-impact opportunities, building sustainable partnerships with nonprofits and community organizations, and aligning pro bono efforts with broader organizational missions and expertise. The conversation also highlighted innovative models for scaling pro bo
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      Speaker
      Issued by Corporate IP Institute GIPA Georgia Intellectual Property Alliance gaipallianceorg
      Topic: "Ad-ventures in Advertising Law and Issues: Navigating the Wild World of Marketing and Promotions - Part 2"

      CLE discussing the intricacies of pricing and "free" offers, green claims, and the regulatory framework governing testimonials and endorsements. The presentation also covers the nuances of consumer reviews and native advertising, highlighting recent state and federal enforcement efforts. Through real-world anecdotes and case studies, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to navigate these complex issues effectively. This seminar presents an opportunity to stay current with evolving legal standards and enhance your practice in the dynamic field of advertising and marketing law.
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      Healthiestย Employers Award 2025
      Issued by Atlanta Business Chronicle
      In August 2025, Aspire Law was awarded one of the Healthiest Employers in the Small Company category according to the Atlanta Business Chronicle.

      This award program, presented by Kaiser Permanente, honors organizations that are taking proactive measures to better the lives of their employees through innovative programs, leadership commitment and program ROI.

      To qualify, your company must be a business or non-profit entity in the region, must employ a minimum of two employees, including the owner and should demonstrate evidence of a wellness program or worksite wellness initiatives.
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      Speaker
      Issued by National Business Institute
      I served as a CLE faculty member of the National Business Institute and was the lecturer for their course: โ€œFTCโ€™s New Rule on Fake Reviews and Testimonials: Ensuring Compliance.โ€
      In this CLE, I provided a comprehensive overview of the FTC's latest initiatives, focusing on the new rule banning fake reviews and testimonials. The session explored key topics such as "the prohibition on misleading consumer reviews, restrictions on buying positive or negative reviews, and the critical importance of disclosing material connections". I also discussed how these updates align with the FTCโ€™s revised endorsement guidelines and addressed hot topics like generative AI in advertising, the use of dark patterns, and best practices to ensure compliance
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      Creating a Clear Performance Plan for New Attorneys
      Issued by National Business Institute
      Co-authored the article "Creating a Clear Performance Plan for New Attorneys" with Aspire Law's Head of Operations, Stevie Conway, for NBI's The Solo and Small Firms Toolkit 2026. The article outlines the decision to implement a clear performance plan and meeting cadence for all new attorneys, helping ensure the business stays healthy while new attorneys meet agreed-upon metrics.
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      Chambers USA Spotlight Guide 2026
      Issued by Chambers Partners
      Aspire Law has been named to the prestigious Chambers USA Spotlight Guide, a distinction that recognizes the nationโ€™s best boutique and medium sized law firms. We were selected as one of only 4 firms rated in the โ€œcorporate/commercialโ€ category in Georgia.
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      40 Under 40 Class of 2026
      Issued by Atlanta Business Chronicle
      I was selected as one of the honorees of the 40 under 40 class of 2026. This award will honor 40 of Metro Atlantaโ€™s brightest young leaders, visionaries who are making bold career moves and driving real change in their communities.
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      2025 Pacesetter Award
      Issued by Atlanta Business Chronicle
      On September 11, 2025, Atlanta Business Chronicle released its 30th annual ranking of Atlantaโ€™s Fastest-Growing Private Companies (Pacesetters), presented by PNC. The companies will be honored from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Painted Duck.

      To qualify, your company must be privately-held; based in the 20-county metro Atlanta area and not a subsidiary of another company; established first quarter 2022 or earlier (to judge a two-year growth); has experienced a two-year growth in sales of more than 50%; and must have a minimum of $1M in revenue in 2024.
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      26th Annualย Justice Robert Benham Awards for Community Service
      Issued by Chief Justices Commission on Professionalism
      I have being selected as a District Award Honoree for the 26th Annual Justice Robert Benham
      Awards for Community Service. This annual award spotlights 3 judges and 3 lawyers across GA who have made significant contributions to their communities and thereby demonstrate the positive contributions of members of the Bar beyond their legal work or official duties.
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      How to Assert Your Executive Presence as a Young Lawyer
      Issued by American Bar Association
      I was a speaker during the session "How to Assert Your Executive Presence as a Young Lawyer" at the American Bar Associationโ€™s YLD Conference in New Orleans on April 25, 2025. During the presentation, I shared a few key tips for young lawyers who are looking to build strong client relationships and strengthen their executive presence.
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      Healthiestย Employers Award 2024
      Issued by Atlanta Business Chronicle
      In August 2024, Aspire Law was awarded one of the top Healthiest Employers in the Small Company category according to the Atlanta Business Chronicle.

      This award program, presented by Kaiser Permanente, honors organizations that are taking proactive measures to better the lives of their employees through innovative programs, leadership commitment and program ROI.

      To qualify, your company must be a business or non-profit entity in the region, must employ a minimum of two employees, including the owner and should demonstrate evidence of a wellness program or worksite wellness initiatives.
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      CLE Speaker and Panelist
      Issued by National Asian Pacific American Bar Association NAPABA
      CLE Title: "Game On: Making the Office Great (i.e., Fun?) Again"

      Description: Play some interactive games and learn about how games can help your legal career.
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      Panelist
      Issued by Atlanta Bar Association
      Topic: โ€œHow I Built My Practiceโ€

      Description: Join us for a panel discussion with Michael Caplan, Co-Founder of Caplan Cobb, LLC and Alina Lee, Founder of Your Ad Attorney, LLC. They will discuss their journey to building their successful law practices and firms. The Panel will be moderated by Jonathan Hawkins.
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      AI in the Trenches and on the Bench: A Business Law Toolkit for In-House, Firm, and Courtroom
      Issued by American Bar Association
      I was a speaker at the American Bar Association Spring meeting, where I spoke about how AI has transitioned from a futuristic concept to an integrated resource for legal work. The expert panelโ€”comprised perspectives from the judiciary, private practice, and in-houseโ€”offered a technical foundation on AI, followed by actionable guidance for leveraging AI across three core areas: litigation, compliance, and transactions. The program provided the modern business lawyer with a toolkit for considering ethical duties and best practices to adopt AI responsibly in support of high-value legal work.
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      AI & Bot Technology Ethics, Policies and Etiquette
      Issued by Greater Womens Business Council
      I was a panelist at GWBCโ€™s Accelerate Series module: โ€œAI & Bot Technology Ethics, Policies and Etiquette,โ€ on Thursday, May 22, 2025. This session was moderated by Dawn Rennick, Accelerate Committee member and founder of Piercing Sun Consulting. And I was joined by Issam Alzouby of University of NC at Charlotte, Anita Davis of Praxis Strategic Solutions, and Lutful Azam of Microsoft to highlight the importance of implementing AI into your business and the best practices of navigating through its ever-changing advances.
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      CLE Speaker
      Issued by State Bar of Georgia
      I had the opportunity to give a CLE presentation on AdTech Roundup/Privacy Litigation & Enforcement at the State Bar of Georgia's Privacy and Technology Law Forum on March 4, 2025. I co-presented with Lael Bellamy, Partner at DLA Piper.
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      The Promise and Peril of AI: Professionalism Edition
      Issued by Corporate IP Institute
      I was a speaker alongside Kendall Carter during the session "The Promise and Peril of AI: Professionalism Edition" at the 2025 Global IP Month by the Corporate IP Institute.
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      Is Going In-House Right for You: How to Become Corporate Counsel
      Issued by National Business Institute
      I was a speaker at the National Business Institute CLE Event on June 6, 2025 "Is Going In-House Right for You: How to Become Corporate Counsel.
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      2024 Pacesetter Award
      Issued by Atlanta Business Chronicle
      In April 2024, my law firm received the Pacesetter's award, given to Atlantaโ€™s Fastest-Growing Private Companies.

      To qualify, your company must be privately-held; based in the 20-county metro Atlanta area and not a subsidiary of another company; established first quarter 2021 or earlier (to judge a two-year growth); has experienced a two-year growth in sales of more than 50%; and 2023 revenues between $1 million and $300 million.
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