Shane Clanton, Business Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama
focused on Business and Litigation
Birmingham, AL
Trusted business attorney serving Birmingham.
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Shane Clanton is an attorney based in Birmingham, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
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- Birmingham, ALABAMA
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- Business · Litigation
- Handles Business and Litigation matters from Birmingham, ALABAMA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026).
About Shane Clanton: Shane Clanton is an attorney based in Birmingham, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Shane Clanton
Shane concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Birmingham, Alabama
Shane takes business matters in Birmingham, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shane agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Birmingham, Alabama
Shane takes litigation matters in Birmingham, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shane agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Shane Clanton — Attorney of Alabama business experience
Shane Clanton is an attorney based in Birmingham, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
Shane Clanton serves as counsel in the firm’s Banking and Financial Services Practice Group.
Prior to joining Bradley, Shane served as senior deputy general counsel for PNC, general counsel for BBVA USA and chief legal officer for BBVA’s U.S. operations. In those roles, he provided legal advice to counsel in all areas of the company, including regulatory and corporate governance matters, significant complex and class action litigation, and government enforcement-related issues, as well as providing oversight for all U.S. legal matters for other BBVA Group entities in the U.S. In addition, Shane successfully guided BBVA through its merger and integration with PNC, creating one of the largest banks based in the United States, including serving as chief executive officer of BBVA USA during the transition. Prior to joining BBVA, Shane began his legal career at a Southeastern regional law firm in Atlanta, where he concentrated his practice on various types of commercial litigation.
Shane personally counsels clients and C-suite leadership concerning high-stakes litigation risks, corporate governance issues, and compliance-related matters. He also provides advice to banks and their leadership in navigating the sale, acquisition, and merger process for financial institutions.
Working with Shane on a business matter
Shane Clanton serves as counsel in the firm’s Banking and Financial Services Practice Group. Prior to joining Bradley, Shane served as senior deputy general counsel for PNC, general counsel for BBVA USA and chief legal officer for BBVA’s U.S. operations. In those roles, he provided legal advice to counsel in all areas of the company, including regulatory and corporate governance matters,…
Clients Shane works with
Shane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area.
Credentials
Shane Clanton's legal education and bar admissions
Emory University
J.D. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Shane's state bar admissions
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Shane studied at J.D. in Emory University.
Law school and academic background
Shane completed J.D. in Emory University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shane runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Shane Clanton
Shane has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance (2026).
Locations
Shane Clanton's office in Birmingham
Shane's primary office is at 1819 Fifth Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama, 35203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Shane Clanton
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How to hire Shane Clanton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Shane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shane's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Shane will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Birmingham, Alabama
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Shane
Shane discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Shane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Shane's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Shane Clanton
How much does it cost to hire Shane for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Shane offer a free consultation?
Shane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shane's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Shane's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Alabama typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Shane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Shane take my case if I'm outside Birmingham?
Shane is licensed in Alabama. Matters governed by Alabama law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Shane will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Shane?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Shane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Shane accepting new business clients right now?
Shane's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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