Winston-Salem, N.C. — Spilman Thomas & Battle (Spilman) announced that Annalee N. Blanks has joined the law firm as an Associate in its North Carolina office.

Blanks focuses her practice on litigation, with particular emphasis on commercial and construction litigation, fiduciary disputes, and commercial collections. She represents clients across a wide range of litigation matters and regularly advises businesses on risk management and pre-litigation strategy.

“Annalee is a great addition to our litigation team and to our office,” said Jeffrey D. Patton, Member in Charge of Spilman’s North Carolina office. “She brings strong legal instincts, exceptional work ethic, and a client-focused approach that aligns seamlessly with our firm’s values.”

In addition to her litigation practice, Blanks supports the firm’s corporate and healthcare departments. She has advised clients on business formation, succession planning, transactions, and regulatory compliance. Her experience also includes negotiating and drafting commercial leases, purchase and sale agreements, and a variety of commercial contracts.

Blanks joins Spilman after relocating from Colorado, where she is admitted to practice law. She earned her undergraduate degree from Western Carolina University and her law degree from University of North Carolina Chapel Hill School of Law.

About Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC
Spilman Thomas & Battle is a full-service, super-regional law firm serving local, regional, national, and international businesses. Founded in 1864, Spilman has offices in Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, and Wheeling, West Virginia; Roanoke, Virginia; Harrisburg and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and Jacksonville, Florida.