Ralph F. MacDonlad III (Chip) is a partner with Jones Day, basing his practice in Atlanta, GA. Chip's practice emphasizes securities, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, financial institutions (including REITs, investment managers, and broker-dealers), and financial products. His professional affiliations include the American Bar Association (Business Law Section), Alabama State Bar (chairman, Banking Business and Corporation Law Section, 1986-1987), and Atlanta and Georgia Bar Associations. Chip is featured in The Best Lawyers in America, Chambers USA "Leading Lawyers," Best Lawyers in Atlanta,Georgia Super Lawyers (2007), and in Who's Who Legal (2007). He is a frequent speaker and author on matters related to financial and investment services and products.