Roanoke, Va. — Spilman Thomas & Battle (Spilman) announced that Suzanne Y. Pierce has joined the law firm’s Roanoke office as Member.

Pierce focuses her practice on corporate law, advising clients in mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, data privacy and compliance, and commercial real estate transactions. With experience that spans both domestic and international markets, she helps businesses navigate every stage of growth – from formation and financing to strategic transactions and succession planning.

“Suzanne is an exceptional addition to our team,” said Lori D. Thompson, Member in Charge of Spilman’s Roanoke office. “Her experience advising companies across industries and jurisdictions deepens our corporate capabilities and enhances the value we deliver to clients.”

Pierce said she was drawn to Spilman’s collaborative culture and client-centered approach.

“Spilman’s depth of talent and commitment to practical, business-minded counsel align perfectly with my approach to client service,” Pierce said. “I’m excited to bring the firm’s resources to my existing clients and to help new clients thrive in today’s complex business climate.”

Admitted to practice law in Virginia, New York, and the United Kingdom, Pierce began her legal career in Northern Ireland and previously practiced law with Pinsent Masons LLP, a top-10 UK law firm. She has practiced law in Roanoke since 2014.

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 Roanoke, Virginia; Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, and Wheeling, West Virginia; Harrisburg and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and Jacksonville, Florida.