West Blocton Lawyers

Richard S. Frankowski is the owner of The Frankowski Firm, LLC based in Birmingham, Alabama and Incline Village, Nevada. Mr. Frankowski has represented hundreds of investors around the country in FINRA arbitrations and in court. His practice focuses on stock broker fraud, consumer class actions, and direct and derivative shareholder litigation. He is an AV Preeminent-rated attorney by Martindale Hubbell and is a member of the Alabama and Florida Bars, as well as a member of the American Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, and National Trial Lawyers. Mr. Frankowski co-authored The Practitioner's Guide to...

My Law Practice focuses on Family Law, Divorce and Domestic Cases. I provide a FREE initial consultation to allow my clients to make the best decision about hiring their attorney. Call me today to schedule your consultation.

A graduate of Harvard Law School, personal injury attorney Christopher S. Randolph, Jr. has litigated a wide variety of complex cases in 12 states across the country. He currently assists Hare Wynn with its representation of U.S. corn farmers in a national class action lawsuit against Syngenta, and regularly handles a number of injury and business law cases. In addition to being a skilled attorney, Chris is a published author. He has written several articles on complex litigation issues for the Alabama Lawyer and Defense Counsel Journal. Call Hare Wynn for a free consultation today!

John graduated from Auburn University in 2011 where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Economics with a minor in Political Science. In the fall of 2012, John attended Cumberland School of Law at Samford University. While at Cumberland, John was a member of Cumberland’s National Trial Team and advocated in competitions in Florida, Georgia, Washington D.C., and California. In addition to gaining invaluable trial experience both nationally and locally, John also served as Articles Editor for the American Journal of Trial Advocacy, the oldest law review in the nation dedicated to the advancement of trial advocacy. During his time...

I have decades of legal experience defending and advocating the rights of individuals accused of a crime. I also practice in the areas of personal injury, products liability, civil rights, constitutional law, education law and family law. My extensive trial experience includes both civil and criminal litigation and appeals in the Alabama state, federal, and appellate courts. My practice is built on personal and individual attention. I care about my clients, and I listen to their problems in order to understand their needs and concerns. I promise to do the very best job I can for my clients when providing representation...

Joseph Cannizzo Jr. graduated from Rutgers School of Law, Camden, in May of 2019. While attending law school, he participated in the Honorable Judith H. Wizmur Bankruptcy Pro Bono Project and clerked at the law firm of Drinkwater & Goldstein, gaining invaluable experience in the field of personal injury litigation. Having previously worked at a geriatric care community for over a decade, Mr. Cannizzo is intimately familiar with the proper standards of care nursing homes and assisted living communities are held to, and he is passionate about holding such facilities accountable in instances of elder abuse or neglect. Subsequently, he also...

The focus of my law practice is helping people develop a thoughtful estate plan to better protect their loved ones in the event of death or disability. I want to use my knowledge and experience to help families avoid problems and disputes during normal life transitions. I also handle a variety of probate and trust matters, including estate administrations, guardianships and conservatorships.

General business planning is usually a part of estate planning for business owners. I often help clients get their business house in order during the estate planning process, ensuring that the proper documents are in place...

Ernest “Ernie” Cory has practiced law for more than 40 years with a focus on dangerous drugs, defective medical devices, product liability, mass torts, and class actions. He has represented clients across the U.S., as well as Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Ernie is nationally recognized for his ability to level the playing field against corporate America. He is frequently appointed as lead counsel and to other leadership positions in high-profile complex litigation, mass torts, and class actions. As a founding principal of Cory Watson, Ernie’s legal roots are local. He tried his first jury trial just 11 months after becoming...

Ken Simon is a former trial judge with more than one hundred jury trials under his belt. Ken is an experienced mediator, arbitrator, special master, and claims administrator. He has mediated hundreds of cases arising out of state and federal courts around the Southeast, and is an active arbitrator of conflicts as diverse as disputes between investment firms and clients, employers and employees, businesses and suppliers, and nursing homes and patients. Ken’s legal practice covers areas as varied as securities litigation and enforcement proceedings, securities and corporate compliance, municipal bond transactions, as well as personal injury and other litigation affecting...

Neena R. Speer is an attorney, author, speaker, and truth dealer. She has a solo law firm called the Neena R. Speer Law Firm LLC. She is a Founder and Executive Director of her mentoring nonprofit focused on continuous mentorship for all students at all levels K-12 & college, Step 1-2-3 Mentor for Life Initiative that she started her 3L year of law school. Lastly, she is a four-time published author with her most recent book is Dear Future Lawyer: An Intimate Survival Guide for the Female Minority Law Student. Her passion since she was in eighth grade was to...

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 joined Hare Wynn in 2015 and work primarily in the areas of class action and mass tort litigation. Recently, along with several other Hare Wynn lawyers and the Attorney General’s offices of Montana and Alaska, I negotiated the largest consumer protection settlement related to drug misbranding in both Montana and Alaska. These settlements resulted in a payout of $15.25 million to the state of Alaska and $16.7 million to the state of Montana. I was also part of a team of Hare Wynn lawyers who secured a $310 million settlement on behalf of a Class of investors who had...

I have lived and practiced law in Shelby County for over 30 years. During that time I have represented many people from all walks of life . I strive to achieve my clients goals, while making the legal process as stress free as possible.

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®.

The Law Firm of Stacey A. Davis is an entertainment and intellectual property law firm, representing creative clients in the film, television, music and book publishing industries. The Firm also assists business professionals with the development, protection and commercialization of their intellectual property rights, including copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets. From up and coming artists and emerging companies to established professionals, the Firm assists clients with small business planning, contract negotiation and dispute resolution. Stacey practiced for over a decade at one of the country's top law firms before opening her own firm. Stacey has been named...

We help you find the peace of mind that comes from taking care of your family and property. You want to protect your assets and save them for those you love. Almost every adult needs an estate plan: will, powers of attorney, and, sometimes, a trust. When someone dies, a close relative usually needs to open an estate in order to settle the deceased's affairs and make distributions to the heirs. Please call me if I might help you, and if I cannot, I'll try to find someone who can.

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,...

Mr. Gaines is a litigator with significant broad-based experience in jury trials and arbitration proceedings in state and federal courts. Mr. Gaines primarily defends national corporations and other clients in complex commercial litigation, including actions involving contract disputes, negligent and intentional misrepresentations, interference with contractual and business relations, and negligence claims leading to wrongful death and serious injury.

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I am a family man with a beautiful wife and two wonderful children. When I am not working, I enjoy being a "softball dad" for my girls. This gives us a wonderful opportunity to spend time together as a family. Every once in a while, my wife and I get time together to go out to eat or watch a movie.


I received my law degree (J.D.) from The University of Alabama School of Law in 1997 and was admitted to practice law that same year. Prior to Law School, I graduated magna cum laude from SUNY Brockport, Brockport,...

Anne Guthrie focuses her practice on helping families and advocating for children. Her practice includes bankruptcy, probate law, divorce, adoption, custody modification, and drafting wills and other probate documents. Anne has helped many families located outside of Alabama with Alabama probate related issues. Anne is also a registered mediator with the Alabama Center for Dispute Resolution for civil and domestic relations mediation. Anne graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2000, and was admitted to the Alabama State Bar that year. She is a 1996 honors graduate of the University of Alabama Honors College...

Fob James, IV is a trial attorney that specializes in catastrophic personal injury and fraud cases. After working for a large national firm for several years where he was involved in high stakes litigation for large corporations, Fob found that his passion was fighting for individuals who have been seriously injured or wronged by others. Much of Fob's work comes from referrals from other attorneys. He take special pride in taking cases that other law firms have turned down and helping those families get the justice and accountability they deserve.

Wakisha E. Hazzard hails from Savannah, Georgia, where she was born and raised. She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from Georgia Southern University, along with double minors in English and Fashion Merchandising. With her academic achievements under her belt, Wakisha embarked on a legal career. In 2009, Wakisha graduated with honors, magna cum laude, from Miles Law School. She earned her attorney certification in 2011 and wasted no time in establishing her own law firm, The Hazzard Law Firm, LLC. Her practice specializes in personal injury cases, family law and divorce matters, as well as criminal litigation. Wakisha...

When approaching cases, my priority is to collaborate with clients to achieve efficient and effective results by way of tenacious advocacy. I strive to align my tactics and objectives with my client's goals in handling cases. I enjoy the various aspects of litigation, ranging from strategy and planning that go into research and brief writing, to the in-person chess matches that take place during depositions and trial. It is important to me to keep my clients and myself informed of trends and developments in Alabama law so we can most effectively evaluate and prosecute cases to the best possible result....

Sean Patrick Taylor is the Founder of The Alabama Family Law Firm, PC. Family law inspired his legal career, hoping to do work of consequence for individuals looking to secure a better future for themselves and their children. After his admission to the Alabama State Bar, Sean began his legal career at The Law Offices of Charlotte Christian & Associates, one of Alabama's top family law firms. Previously, Sean was a summer associate at Saab Defense & Security, a national defense contractor. He later had the honor of working as a researcher for Prof. Ron Rychlak, Distinguished Professor at the University of...

At Gossman Law Firm, LLC, we know that every person's situation and needs are different, and that each client is unique. This is why Attorney Richelle Gossman will walk you through every step of the process, from beginning to end. Courts, filing procedures, and representation - your lawyer is beside you. We will support you through the entire case, explaining everything and giving you the personalized attention that you need.

With more than 40 years of trial experience, D. Leon Ashford has earned a reputation as a skilled trial lawyer and dedicated personal injury attorney committed to fighting for the rights of ordinary injured individuals. Throughout the course of his legal career, he has fought for and won countless successful verdicts, including many multi-million dollar recoveries for his clients. Leon is experienced in a wide range of practice areas, including product liability, commercial and business litigation, wrongful death, and more, and he has been highly-awarded for his outstanding legal practice. Call Hare Wynn today for a free consultation!

I grew up in the Birmingham area and received my law degree from Miles School of Law. I am a member of the Alabama State Bar, Birmingham Bar Association, Bessemer Bar Association, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, and am licensed to practice in the State of Alabama and the United District Court for the Northern District of Alabama. I work mainly out of the firm's Bessemer, Tuscaloosa, and Birmingham offices.

S. Hughston Nichols is a dedicated personal injury attorney at Hare Wynn. Hughston is passionate about his work at the firm, offering personalized, one-on-one attention and compassionate guidance for his clients. With more than a decade in practice, he works tirelessly in pursuit of the maximum recovery his clients are owed when someone else's negligent actions cause them harm. He has successfully recovered million and multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts for injured victims and their families and has also helped individuals facing complex contract disputes. Contact the firm to schedule your free consultation today.

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.

Court Admissions The Supreme Court of Alabama U.S. District Court Northern District of Alabama U.S. District Court Middle District of Alabama U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit Appointments In Re: Conagra Peanut Butter Products Liability Litigation: Plaintiffs' Steering Committee; Discovery Subcommittee Honors, Awards & Recognitions Super Lawyers - 2012 AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rated Martindale-Hubbell Inaugural President - Catholic Lawyers Group: St. Thomas...

R. Andrew “Andy” Jones is a man of action—inspired by those who take bold strides to help others. His favorite quote, “Do what you can, where you are, with what you have,” comes from the invigorating words of President Teddy Roosevelt, and it reflects the values that Andy holds dear in his personal and professional life.

From an early age, Andy was interested in becoming a lawyer to make a positive impact on others. Since joining Cory Watson Attorneys as a summer law clerk in 2011, Andy quickly distinguished himself among his colleagues and clients. Within three years of becoming an...

Personal injury attorney S. Shay Samples has been practicing law for more than 40 years, providing compassionate guidance and aggressive representation for injured victims and their families throughout the state of Alabama. Throughout his decades-long career, Shay has tried hundreds of cases and earned numerous record-breaking jury verdicts, including many million and multi-million dollar verdicts. With every client he assists, he works hard to create a meaningful personal relationship built on communication and understanding. Need a personal injury lawyer for your serious legal matter? Call Hare Wynn today for a complimentary case evaluation!

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...

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...

I have practiced trust and estate law in the Birmingham, Alabama area for over twenty-two years. I primarily help people who are dealing with problems involving trusts and estates. That means I do will contests, trust contests, and all other litigation regarding trusts and estates. This also means that I help my clients with trusts and estates when the disputes aren't what most would think of as "full-blown" litigation. In those cases, I represent beneficiaries, trustees, and executors in figuring out solutions when the people involved can't agree. Outside of litigation, I regularly represent clients...

As founding attorney at Tidwell Law Group, Birmingham lawyer Jay Tidwell provides counsel in DUI and other criminal defense cases. Since 2004, Mr. Tidwell has been practicing as a lawyer in Alabama. Before establishing his current practice, Attorney Tidwell was a partner at the firm Cloud and Tidwell, LLC. Mr. Tidwell received a Master’s degree in Business Administration from University of Alabama in Birmingham and a Juris Doctor degree from Cumberland School of Law. He holds memberships with several professional organizations including the Birmingham Bar Association, Alabama State Bar and Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.