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James Wheeler is a seasoned legal professional currently serving as a Partner at Pierson Ferdinand LLP since January 2024, following a decade-long tenure as a Partner at Fisher Broyles, LLP. Prior to these roles, James held the position of General Counsel at State Bank and Trust Company, where responsibilities included advising on employment matters, compliance with securities laws, and managing litigation. James also chaired the Financial Institutions Practice at Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP and spent ten years as a Partner at Bryan Cave, focusing on corporate restructuring and M&A transactions for financial institutions. James holds a J.D. from Duke University School of Law and a B.S. in Finance from Florida State University.