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David Hughes EXPERIENCE 25 years practicing EDUCATION BA, JD - University of Alabama - School of Law MEMBERSHIPS Alabama State Bar | U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama | U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama U.S. District Court, District of Colorado Tuscaloosa Bar Association

A native of Tuscaloosa, Elizabeth literally grew up two blocks from Bryant Denny Stadium, playing hide and seek with her friends thorough out campus and attending all of the sports and cultural events that the University of Alabama has to offer. After graduating from the Alabama School of Fine Arts, Elizabeth attended Stephens College and La Sorbonne earning degrees in Theatre and French. Her first job following college was as a receptionist at the Tuscaloosa County Public Defender’s office which spring boarded her to earning a Juris Doctorate from the University of Alabama School of Law in 1995. While...

Luke Barry is the founder and managing attorney of Dogwood Estate Planning, a law firm located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He is an experienced practitioner in the fields of business law, wills, living trusts, probate, tax-free retirement, and values-based estate planning. Luke believes that the highest quality legal services should be made available and affordable to middle-income individuals, families and small businesses. He has developed tools and processes that simplify the formation of business entities and the creation of professional-grade wills, living trusts, living wills, and powers of attorney for Alabama residents. We focuses exclusively on helping families like yours plan for life,...

Former Insurance Defense Lawyer now devoted to representing individuals, families and small businesses throughout Alabama and Mississippi who have been injured, harmed or damaged in any way.

For over 16 years, Chris Estes defended the insurance industry and big corporations and knows first-hand how they deny claims when individuals and their families have been injured, damaged and even wrongfully killed. Chris Estes founded the Estes Law Firm with one simple and straightforward purpose – to provide individuals and their families with the same representation and resources as the corporations and insurance companies demand from the big defense law firms...

Dealing with any sort of legal issue is stressful and can take a toll on you, your family and everyone involved. The court processes are often long, drawn out and expensive, and you probably just want to be done with it as soon as possible. Jared Vaughn Attorney at Law understands this, and has dedicated his practice to help his clients through troubled legal waters.

From his office centralized in Gadsden, Alabama, Jared Vaughn provides experienced legal counsel in all matters of family law, criminal defense and personal injury. He knows that no matter the issue you are facing, you deserve...

Attorney Gregory A. Cade specializes in Environmental Law and Asbestos Occupational Exposure, with a remarkable professional experience of over 25 years. He has successfully recovered millions of dollars for toxic exposure victims struggling with lung cancer, asbestosis, mesothelioma, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, esophageal cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, colon cancer, and pulmonary fibrosis. Gregory A. Cade is also the chairman of Environmental Litigation Group, P.C., which he joined in 1993 as an investigator and litigation paralegal. He is also a member of numerous renowned groups and associations, including the ABA and the National Registry of Environmental Professionals. Cade pursued a master’s program in Occupational...

Susan Michele Schaefer has over 30 years of professional experience. She began her career as a trial attorney before establishing a decades-long career at the Social Security Administration (SSA). She is also accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Practice areas include Social Security disability, VA disability, bankruptcy, and wills and estates.

She has a wealth of knowledge about disability from extensive field experience at the Disability Determination Services, and at the Office of Hearings Operations as a Hearing Office Director, Supervisory Attorney, and Senior Attorney, and at Social Security National Headquarters as Deputy Director, Branch Chief. Ms. Schaefer know...

Gregory S. Cusimano was born in Gadsden, Alabama and attended local schools. He graduated from the University of Alabama in 1965 receiving a B.S. from the School of Commerce and Business Administration. He received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Alabama School of Law in 1968. After returning to Gadsden, he actively served his community through various civic organizations. He has served as Executive Board member, Treasurer, Vice President, President, and Past President of the Alabama Trial Lawyers Association. In 1988, he was appointed by the Alabama Supreme Court to serve on the...

Whitney Benjamin Polson Licensed Alabama Attorney Since 2004 Whitney B. Polson is a top-rated criminal defense attorney who practices law in Birmingham, Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills, Auburn and many other Alabama cities. Whitney handles criminal defense matters throughout the entire State of Alabama. Whitney also serves as a Municipal Judge. Awards Super Lawyers Top-Rated DUI-DWI Attorney in Birmingham, AL Super Lawyers Rising Stars Whitney received Super Lawyers Rising Stars designation subsequent to undergoing an evaluation of many different factors including peer recognition and professional achievement. Martindale-Hubbell Rated Education: Auburn University B.A. Political Science ...

In 2015 Huntsville Attorney Mitchell J. Howie was selected as a member of the Nation’s Top One Percent of attorneys by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. One of the best family lawyers in Huntsville, Mitchell J. Howie was also recognized as one of the Top 10 under 40 of Alabama Family Lawyers by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys. In 2014 Attorney Mitchell J. Howie was recognized as one of the Top 100 lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers. Huntsville Attorney Mitchell J. Howie was also recognized as one of the Top 40 Lawyers Under 40...

Kyle is a lifelong Alabamian who grew up in Attalla, graduated from The University of Alabama, then attended Samford University's Cumberland School of Law. His law practice is built around solving issues for the people and businesses of Alabama so they can do more.

In criminal defense, he fights every day to protect his clients' rights. He works tirelessly to ensure that every case receives the time and attention it deserves. Every case is different, and every case deserves to be worked individually, not like a cookie cutter.

In probate, property, and small business, Kyle works hand in hand with his clients...

Spencer Larche has broad, large firm experience that he brings to organizations of all sizes in South Alabama. He represents major health care providers, banks and financial institutions, and companies covering a range of industries in their immigration and transactional matters.

From closing SBA and other loans to handling acquisitions, Spencer has a broad range of transactional and corporate experience that also includes advising clients on matters of corporate governance, commercial contracts and regulatory compliance. Spencer is known for his practical and passionate approach to clients, as well as his approachability, accessibility, and responsiveness.

Spencer has become a sought-after lawyer by businesses...

Criminal defense attorney Jonathan Blackwell graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law in 1997, and has continued in practice since. He has 20+ years' experience handling various cases - including criminal defense, DUI defense, personal injury, family law, divorce, and more - in courtrooms throughout Huntsville, Athens, Madison, Decatur, Scottsboro, and surrounding North Alabama areas. Attorney Blackwell currently works as a partner at Crumbley-Blackwell, & Associates, P.C. and offers free consultations for all criminal defense, DUI defense, and personal injury related cases in Alabama. Contact Attorney Jonathan Blackwell today to schedule your free consultation - by calling (256)...

Rafael Gil was admitted to practice in 2000. Prior to attending law school, he was employed in the banking field. Having a background in finance and banking, during law school, Rafael decided to practice in the area of Bankruptcy Law. Rafael Gil clerked for a bankruptcy attorney for two years, before graduating from law school. Upon graduating, he moved to Dothan AL and opened up his law office in 2000 concentrating his practice to Bankruptcy Law. In the process, he has filed thousands of bankruptcy cases, representing both individuals and businesses. Rafael Gil III was born in San Juan,...

Backed by an extensive education and years of experience, founder Barbara H. Agricola values each and every client and offers her clients a level of service and attention that is rarely experienced in the industry. Understanding not only Alabama and Georgia law but its personal implications, Barbara provides long-term advocacy and legal guidance that is designed to protect the interests, goals, and objectives of each client. With open and consistent communication being held as key to building a successful client/attorney relationship, Barbara focuses her every effort at remaining personally involved and available to her clients at all times.

Born and raised...

Attorney Jaimee Elizabeth Hunter is the Owner of Elizabeth Hunter Law Firm, a law firm located in Birmingham Alabama which focuses solely on criminal defense litigation. She previously worked as a public defender and as a personal injury attorney. She eventually utilized her own effective approaches and created the Elizabeth Hunter law firm. The Elizabeth Hunter law firm is located in Downtown Birmingham Alabama and its specialty areas are Personal Injury law and Criminal Defense. Attorney Hunter is a graduate of Howard University and she received her Juris Doctorate degree from Florida Coastal School of Law, located in Jacksonville,...

I have been practicing law in Alabama for 20+ years. My practice is based on litigation of Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Alimony and Criminal cases. I handle cases in Municipal Courts, state Circuit courts, and federal court. I have represented individuals and businesses throughout the state of Alabama and the Southeast in Federal court. To date, I have successfully tried more than 10 federal jury trials, including two excessive force actions under 42 U.S.C. 1983 and one case under the Eight Amendment for cruel and unusual punishment. I was selected by the Federal Court...

Hi, I'm Jennifer Rose, a full time family law attorney and one of Alabama's only Certified Family Law Specialists. Family law is not just a career for me, it's a passion. For over 20 years I've been involved in fighting for great moms and dads in family law and divorce, first working with my father in his firm, and now my own. As a child of divorce myself AND a mother, I connect and intimately understand how it affects everyone involved. I treat every family I represent as if they were my own. I understand that each family that comes...