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Chesley Freeman

Chesley Freeman

Distinguished Lawyer

Civil Litigation

2101 Highland Ave suite 200, Birmingham, AL 35205, USA

Area of Practice: Complex Litigation Mr. Freeman attended law school at the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University. He received his undergraduate degree from Birmingham-Southern College. Since joining the firm, Mr. Freeman has helped recover over $200 million in economic damages in complex litigation and toxic exposure cases, and has contributed to efforts that helped recover more than $20 billion in monetary and injunctive relief for healthcare providers. He represented over a thousand businesses and individuals in disputes resulting from the 2010 Gulf Oil Spill. Mr. Freeman has been integral in the firm’s leadership efforts on the Litigation Committee for the monumental settlement in the Provider Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust litigation. The settlement includes the largest monetary payment ($2.8 Billion) in any healthcare antitrust action in history, in addition to injunctive relief valued at more than $17.3 Billion for healthcare providers. Mr. Freeman helped draft and file one of the first federal talcum powder lawsuits in the state of Alabama. He has overseen the submission, processing, and settlement of tens of thousands of asbestos claims, with dozens defendant trusts, in excess of $50 million dollars in damages for clients. Mr. Freeman is overseeing the firm’s commitment to help those veterans and their families affected by the contamination at Camp Lejeune. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Freeman worked at Regions Financial, as well as in the bankruptcy, corporate, and estate planning areas of the law. When he’s not working, Mr. Freeman spends time with his wife, a Birmingham physician, as well as their son and dog. He enjoys golf, running, and watersports, along with watching college and professional sports.

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David Brown

David Brown

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

800 Shades Creek Pkwy suite 800, Birmingham, AL 35209, USA

David Brown did not grow up dreaming of being a lawyer—but from the moment he stood up in court and selected a jury, he knew he was exactly where he was meant to be. Although David started out studying psychology at the University of Alabama, a scholarship to the University of Alabama School of Law—and a selection on the Moot Court Board—pulled him into a world where his public speaking and problem-solving came together.

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Deborah Mitchell

Deborah Mitchell

Distinguished Lawyer

Social Security Disability Law

7 Medical Park, Valley, AL 36854, USA

Deborah is the Attorney at Grossman Law Firm. She dedicates her time to assisting disabled individuals receive the Social Security Disability benefits they deserve and has been doing so since 2002. She meets with clients to evaluate their conditions and limitations, prepares claimants for their hearing and litigates before the Social Security Administration. Deborah obtained her nursing degree from Southern Union State Community College in 1994 with honors, was the president of her nursing class and received the “Excellence in Nursing Award”. In 1998, Deborah graduated with honors from Auburn University with a Bachelor's in Science in nursing and was a member of Sigma Theta Tau International. Deborah graduated from Jones School of Law in 2002 “summa cum laude” with a Juris Doctorate, participated on the Jones Law Review, received the “Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities” award, received certification in alternative dispute resolution, received the “Honorary Public Service Commissioner's Award” and has most recently become a Certified Arbitrator and Mediator.

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Devin C. Harrison

Devin C. Harrison

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

7079 University Dr, Montgomery, AL 36117, USA

Devin believes one of the most important qualities for a successful attorney is listening. The majority of our firm’s clients only come to us after traumatic events, so listening to your clients concerns and addressing them in a way they feel welcome is one of the most important skills a successful attorney can have. Devin embodies this quality when working with clients, and he’s deeply motivated by the difference he can make in our clients’ lives. When he isn’t working hard at The Vance Law Firm, Devin enjoys the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and camping.

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