Cloverdale Lawyers

Emily received her JD from the University of Alabama School of Law in 1989. Upon graduation, she clerked with the Honorable Sue Bell Cobb, Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals for one year before joining this practice in Gadsden. She has been extremely involved in community service and with the American Association for Justice and Alabama Association for Justice.

Laura Segers Fikes began her legal career in 2009 and quickly built a successful Family Law & Divorce practice focusing on Contested and Uncontested Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Adoption as well as other Domestic Law services. Her practice commonly included cases dealing with Criminal Defense matters so in 2013, Laura graduated from the National Criminal Defense College. In 2020, Laura opened The Law Office of Laura Segers Fikes to serve clients in the Tuscaloosa and Northport metro area with Family Law and Criminal Defense Law needs.

Derek Drennan has been a dedicated advocate for his clients for over 20 years. He has focused his practice in the defense of citizens accused of crimes both great and small. Aggressively challenging the federal and state government’s attempts to strip his clients of their lives, liberties and their property at each and every opportunity has been a consistent feature of his practice.

Drennan is a graduate of the University of Georgia where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. He received his law degree from the Cumberland School of Law in May of 1996 and was admitted...

The Greer Law Firm, P.C., focuses on the resolution of contract disputes arising from the breach or potential breach of business, employment, non-compete, lease, and construction contracts. The Firm has decades of experience in achieving successful results for both business and non-business clients in contract-related disputes involving a diverse range of subject matters. I grew up in a privileged community, but began practicing law with a small firm in a small town, helping people and their businesses resolve problems big and small. In 1981, I joined a large law firm in Birmingham, Alabama, where I represented financial institutions, manufacturers, energy companies,...

When you need an attorney, you need the experience of the Armstrong Law Center. Allan L. Armstrong is the founder of ALC. Allan has been practicing law since 1988 and is currently admitted to practice in all State and Federal Courts in Alabama. This includes the Alabama Supreme Court and all other courts in the State. Allan is also admitted to practice before all federal district courts in Alabama, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.

As a lifelong resident of Birmingham, Alabama, Allan L. Armstrong earned his undergraduate degree from the...

The successful argument of J.E. B. v. Alabama before the U.S. Supreme Court marked an exciting milestone for John F. Porter, III. The Porter Law Group offers offers a broad range of professional and personal legal services. John and Claire Porter represent local, national and international corporate clients as well as local governments and agencies. Additionally, we strive to provide the personal, "home town" service needed by individuals. John F. Porter, III or C. Claire Porter will personally meet with you to discuss your case and they will communicate with you through email and written correspondence regarding your case as...

Kristian Rasmussen’s reason for becoming a lawyer is simple: he has a passion for helping people. Kristian began his legal career as a Judge Advocate General officer in the U.S. Navy. His time serving as a JAG officer affirmed his belief that as a lawyer he could truly help people.

Kristian has practiced law since 1999, and has been at Cory Watson Attorneys since 2007. He sees the law as the great equalizer for honest, ordinary people who have been injured by the actions of large corporations. Kristian is keenly focused on his clients, taking his work personally as he strives...

Michael T. Bell is an award-winning Alabama personal injury trial attorney with a track record of securing high-dollar recovery for his clients and their families. He has been named a Rising Star of Law, one of the nation’s Top 40 Under 40 attorneys, and one of the Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Birmingham. Michael is the founder of Mike Bell Accident & Injury Lawyers, LLC and serves as the firm’s chairman, managing partner, and director of truck accident litigation. His practice is committed to representing clients who have been seriously injured by the negligent conduct of others. Michael has...

Summer G. Walker, PC is a Birmingham, AL law firm providing quality legal work with a personalized touch in the areas of family law, probate and estate planning. I am a licensed, insured attorney with 10 years of experience as a practicing lawyer in Alabama. I offer both limited-scope and full representation options for certain services, along with flat and hourly rates so you can choose which type of representation and rate structure fits your needs the best.

Since 1990, Michael D. Ermert has been helping the team at Hare Wynn fight for justice and fair recovery on behalf of injured individuals and their family members. Mike believes that the most rewarding aspect of his extensive career is his ability to make a difference in the lives of ordinary people who have been harmed by others' negligence. His exceptional practice has earned him numerous awards and accolades, including being ranked in the Top 50 Lawyers in Alabama by The Best Lawyers in America®. When you need a personal injury lawyer that will fight for you, call Hare Wynn!

Leroy has focused his practice on Injury Litigation, Civil Rights, and Criminal Defense. Leroy has recovered over 40 Million dollars for Personal Injury and Civil Rights clients. He has also responsible for over 5000 criminal charges being dismissed. Prior to founding Maxwell + Tillman, Leroy was a senior civil litigator and criminal defense trial lawyer at one of Birmingham's top firms. Leroy also worked as a Fellow with the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), based in Montgomery, Alabama, where he assisted EJI in all areas of Appellate Litigation. In addition, Leroy provided legal assistance to the poor and addressed problems caused...

Greg Biddle has practiced law for over 30 years.  Mr. Biddle concentrates his practice in the areas of Bankruptcy and Debtors Court for individuals.  He practices almost exclusively in the Birmingham area including Jefferson, Shelby, and Blount counties.

Mr. Biddle served as Law Clerk to the Honorable Richard Stair, Jr., United States Bankruptcy Judge in Knoxville, Tennessee.  He also served as an intern to the Honorable George S. Wright, United States Chief Bankruptcy Judge in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Mr. Biddle graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in 1989 earning a Juris Doctorate degree.  While in law school,...

Craig was born and raised in Dothan, Alabama. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance from Auburn University, where he was a member of Auburn's baseball team. After graduating from Auburn, Craig began his legal education at Cumberland School of Law in the fall of 2016. While at Cumberland, Craig was a member of the Cumberland National Trial Team, as well as a member of the Cumberland Trial Advocacy Board. As a member of the National Trial Team, Craig was an advocate on Cumberland's team that won the 2017 National Civil Trial Competition in Los Angeles, CA. Craig was...

Personal injury lawyer Don McKenna has been a member of the Hare Wynn team since 1997. With more than 22 years in practice, Don has helped numerous clients across the country fight for the just compensation they were owed after someone else’s negligence caused them harm. Several of his successful verdicts have even set new precedents in the legal field. While he handles a wide variety of cases, including wrongful death, environmental issues, and product liability, Don is especially passionate about cases involving government fraud. He has been recognized by Super Lawyers® Magazine, Martindale-Hubbell®, and Best Lawyers in America®.

Gregory C. Starkey founded the Birmingham Men’s Law Firm to represent the interest of husbands, fathers and other men who ware involved in Divorce and Family Law matters.

Mr. Starkey received his Bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and then received his law degree from the Birmingham School of Law where he was ranked in the top 10 of his class.

Mr. Starkey has practiced law since 2004. During that time his legal practice has also included bankruptcy, Social Security Disability, evictions and tax law issues. This diverse background is very beneficial to his Family Law...

With more than 20 years’ experience, Mr. Liddon knows how to handle any type of injury you may face. He will assemble the evidence, witness accounts and expert evaluations needed to build a solid claim on your behalf, holding responsible parties accountable. Operating on a contingency fee basis means you never pay a penny unless we collect on your behalf.

Nathan VanDerVeer obtained his license to practice law in 2007 and is currently authorized to practice in Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, and Washington D.C. Nate specializes in a wide range of cases, including personal injuries, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, slip and falls, defective consumer products, defective automotive parts, dangerous medical drugs and devices, among other areas. Over the course of his career, Nate has effectively handled numerous cases in both state and federal courts throughout the United States, securing numerous favorable jury verdicts for his clients. Before entering the legal profession in 2007, Nate graduated cum laude from Auburn...

I’m an attorney at Gordon, Dana & Gilmore, LLC with nearly 30 years of experience in tax law, business litigation, and corporate transactions. I’ve had the privilege of representing clients in a wide range of complex matters, including IRS audits, tax controversies, and high-stakes business disputes. I earned my J.D. from the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in 1996, where I was recognized for excellence in appellate advocacy and served on the National Moot Court Team. Before that, I completed both B.A. and B.S. degrees at the University of Texas at Austin. I’m licensed to practice in both Alabama and...

Recognized by his peers as one of the top Business Law attorneys in Birmingham, Alabama, Mr. Gordon maintains a legal practice that spans a number of areas. From advising clients on difficult internal disputes to buying and selling large businesses, his practice and focus on various business-related issues is significant. Mr. Gordon advises clients on any number of business and personal issues, both large and small, and continually offers creative and insightful solutions to his clients.

Mr. Gordon takes on a small number of high profile and high net worth divorce cases each year. His significant business and tax experience...

Jessie Hardy has been helping clients with family law and divorce related issues for nearly a decade. She is passionate about the law and she fights for the clients she represents. Jessie has been named a Top Flight Attorney by B-Metro, a Future Leader of the Birmingham Bar Association and sits on the Board of the Family Law Section of the Alabama State Bar. When you need an advocate, you need Jessie Hardy.

David has been representing clients in Alabama for more than a decade and is the founder of Thomas Family Law. He focuses his practice solely on domestic relations and family law matters, representing clients in Alabama, in divorce, child custody, child support, modifications, alimony, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, appeals and other family law related matters. David has obtained favorable results for clients in more than thirty-five counties throughout the state of Alabama. He understands that divorce and child custody matters can be stressful and can leave a person feeling lost. David diligently guides his clients through that stressful time and works...

I have been a family law attorney since I passed the Alabama State Bar Exam in 1998. Through the years I have developed creative strategies and practices that I utilize to effectuate swift, positive results for my clients. I recognize that family law issues are often overwhelming and emotional. Whether the case involves divorce, child custody and visitation or asset division and preservation, I understand that each issue is important to my clients. I strive to act with compassion for my clients, yet always maintaining the much-needed objectivity to move my clients' cases in a realistic direction. I will fiercely...

Steven Baker is the founding member of the Nursing Home Law Group, PC. NHLG is a firm which is dedicated to representing those and their loved ones whom have been seriously injured or killed due to the carelessness, negligence or abuse of others. He has spent his legal career representing individuals who have fallen victim to nursing home abuse, medical malpractice, hospital negligence and the carelessness of drivers and operators of motor vehicles, including 18-wheeler commercial trucks.

In 1978, after being born and raised in northwest Alabama, Steven joined and served in the United States Army as a combat...

Few attorneys have the ability to build a case from scratch, take the case to trial, and effectively defend a successful verdict or outcome on appeal. Justin Owen is equipped to do all of these things. Throughout his career, Justin has successfully represented clients in cases involving motor vehicle collisions, medical negligence, product liability, commercial trucking collisions, construction accidents, premises liability, and many other types of legal matters, where his clients have suffered catastrophic personal injuries, wrongful death, and substantial financial/economic damages and losses as a result of the wrongful conduct of others. He has helped recover a collective amount...

Clarke Walker was born in Dothan, Alabama in 1982. He is a 2004 graduate of Auburn University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting. He received his Juris Doctor degree from Jones School of Law and became a member of the Alabama State Bar in 2007. He is admitted to practice in all Alabama state courts and the United States District Courts for the Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama and Northern District of Florida. He is also a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA). Since joining Brock & Stout in 2007, his primary area...

I am currently serving as the Deputy Director of Legal Management at the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). In this role, I assist in managing the operations of the SPLC’s legal department and coordinate programming for attorneys and law students. My professional background encompasses a variety of legal and advocacy work focused on economic justice, as well as habeas litigation for indigent petitioners. I earned my bachelor’s degree from Jackson State University and went on to receive a law degree from Harvard Law School. During my time at Harvard, I was actively involved in the Harvard Legal Aid Bureau.

Brandon has devoted his practice to helping people. His fundamental philosophy is to treat each client the exact way that he would want to be treated if he were in that situation. Over the past 28 years, Brandon has made it a priority to be personally involved in each case that his office handles. He is determined to be an aggressive and savvy attorney who protects his client's interest in any situation. He is often heard saying that the only way to practice law is to fight hard, but with honesty and integrity.

Brandon was born in Houston, Texas,...

Greg Robinson is a native of Alabama. He earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Mitchell Hamline School of Law and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Rice University. Prior to practicing law, he worked as a strategy consultant in the financial industry and is also experienced in operations management, sales, and six sigma data analytics. Moreover, Attorney Robinson possesses a strong understanding of small business and estate planning law and is immensely experienced in creating dispute resolutions leveraging data analytics. Greg is also a former Army Officer who served his county as a member of the 1st...

I have dedicated over 20 years to representing individuals on death row and children prosecuted as adults. At EJI, I coordinate capital cases, offer guidance and training to attorneys nationwide who handle death penalty cases, and lead research and writing for reports on criminal legal issues. I joined EJI after graduating from the University of Michigan Law School in 1999.

Creditor harassment is stressful. It is hard to deal with repetitive threats of legal action and wage garnishment late at night or early in the morning. Often, it can feel like new debt accumulates faster than you are able to pay it off. For those who have overwhelming amounts of consumer or medical debt, bankruptcy can be a helpful way to get a fresh start. Experienced Montgomery bankruptcy lawyer Charles Grainger can help you deal with consumer bankruptcy through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 proceedings. He also helps Alabama businesses struggling with debt by helping them file for bankruptcy under...

Admitted to practice law in Alabama in 1998, Jeff spent 14 years practicing law with an insurance defense firm in Montgomery, Alabama. While a defense attorney, Jeff became a prolific trial attorney, trying numerous jury trials throughout the state of Alabama in both Federal and State courts.

Jeff understands that painstaking preparation, careful analysis, and attention to detail win cases. In an era when very few cases are decided in a courtroom, Jeff takes pride in trying cases to a jury whenever and wherever defendants are unwilling to accept full responsibility for their wrongdoing.

Jeff takes great pride in representing the rights...

Wade Richardson’s success as a trial attorney is a result of the good judgment, wisdom, and experience he brings to bear on behalf of his clients, in addition to his willingness to provide an extra level of advocacy focused on the client’s long term goals and objectives.

He has extensive experience in tort and business litigation, including copyright, trademark and other intellectual property or Lanham Act disputes, product liability, fraud, business competition and dissolution claims. Wade has handled and tried high risk cases to successful verdicts.

Wade represents multiple small and medium sized companies and closely held businesses. He also...

I am an experienced Alabama Personal Injury, Bankruptcy and Criminal Defense attorney. I can provide personalized legal services to all of my clients. Additionally, I can be accessible and attentive because my main goal is taking care of my clients instead of billing hours to meet large-firm goals. If you are facing debt issues, a custom bankruptcy solution may be a path to relief. Contact me today to discuss your options. I will walk you through the process and we will decide together the best plan for you. If you face a criminal charge, regardless of its severity, I will fight...

Attorney Matthew T. Jackson represents clients for Criminal Defense, DUI. He has conducted hundreds of court proceedings, including hearings, trials (both jury and bench), and various motions. He is very familiar with "the system", and is knowledgeable of Criminal and DUI laws in Alabama and Georgia.

Matthew T. Jackson’s mission is to provide each and every client with the highest quality of representation possible in order to obtain the absolute best result achievable in each and every case.

I joined my father’s law practice in 1994 after graduating from law school at Alabama. My father founded this firm in 1974, and since that time has been representing clients all over Alabama for their various needs. I represent individuals and businesses throughout Alabama with their legal issues. That includes, divorce, child custody and support, DHR and juvenile court, DUI and criminal cases, related adoptions, mediation and arbitration, real estate closings, real estate litigation, wills and estate matters, conservator, guardian and other probate matters. We can form your corporation or LLC, and also help when those businesses close or restructure....

Henry Dailey is an Alabama native and the founder of the Henry Dailey Law Firm. He has practiced for thirty-five years in Alabama, a commitment to the Alabama residents that many lawyers may not have. Using this time and experience in the state, he has helped thousands of Alabama residents get compensation for their personal injuries caused by negligence. Attorney Henry Dailey received his undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama. He then studied law at Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law. Once he received his law degree, he began practicing law, starting in 1987 and continuing to practice personal...

I am a 1992 Graduate of the University of Alabama School of Law and graduated with honors in the top 10% of my class. I previously graduated magna cum laude from the University of Houston at Clear Lake. I am a member of the Alabama State Bar, the Tuscaloosa County Bar Association, the federal court bars for the Southern, Middle, and Northern Districts of Alabama, and the 2d, 5th & 11th Circuit court of Appeals. I also a member of the Alabama Association for Justice. I currently serve as president of the board for a charitable organization in...