Birmingham, AL Lawyers

Civil Litigation

3500 Blue Lake Dr, Birmingham, AL 35243, USA

She attended college at Troy University where she was very active in the theatre department. She graduated from the Cumberland School of Law in the top 20% of her class in 2015. Amanda clerked for The Honorable Phil K. Seay, then-presiding Judge of the Thirtieth Judicial Circuit of Alabama. Amanda’s practice consists mostly of automobile litigation, insurance coverage, and general civil claims, and she has defended individuals and companies in this regard in litigations for the past two years. She also handles pro ami settlements, examinations under oath, and complaints for judgment as a matter of law for various insurance companies.

Personal Injury Law

2107 5th Ave N suite 300, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA

Carthenia W. Jefferson, RN, Esq. is an attorney, legal nurse consultant, medical chart reviewer and a speaker. Her educational background includes: a BSN from UAB School of Nursing, RN since 1985, JD from Birmingham School of Law and License to practice Law in the State of Alabama since 2004. She has spoken nationally and locally on topics such as: “Nursing and the Law”, “End of Life Issues”, “Breast Cancer Awareness”, “Domestic Violence”, and “The Affordable Care Act”. She received the 2010 Nurse Entrepreneur of the Year Award from the National Black Nurses Association and Outstanding New Member Award from the Alabama State Nurses Association. Carthenia received the 2013 Alabama State Nurses Association Leadership Award at the 100th Annual Alabama State Nurses Association Convention. In 2015, Carthenia was inducted as a Fellow into the American Bar Foundation. In 2016, Carthenia received the Lillian Holland Harvey Award from the Alabama State Nurses Association which is awarded to a member who has made significant contributions in one or more of the following areas: fostering transcultural relations, promoting the advancement of minority groups, and upgrading health care services to those who are culturally and economically under-served. Carthenia serves on several Boards which includes Alabama Lawyers Association, Birmingham Black Nurses Association, Inc., and Brenda’s Brown Bosom Buddies.

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.

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.

Complex Litigation

2101 Highland Ave South, Suite 200, Birmingham, AL 35205

C. Don Freeman is a partner at Shelby Roden in Birmingham, Alabama, whose listed practice areas include environmental mass torts, antitrust and asbestos exposure. His work has included representing more than a thousand businesses and individuals in disputes arising from the 2010 Gulf Oil Spill. He also participated in the firm’s Litigation Committee leadership efforts in the Provider Blue Cross Blue Shield antitrust litigation. In asbestos matters, Freeman has overseen the submission, processing and settlement of tens of thousands of claims involving defendant trusts. His firm biography also credits him with helping draft and file one of Alabama’s first federal talcum powder lawsuits. He oversees Shelby Roden’s work for veterans and their families affected by contamination at Camp Lejeune. Alongside those matters, his individual practice listing includes business planning, estate planning and bankruptcy. Before joining Shelby Roden, Freeman worked at Regions Financial and in the bankruptcy, corporate and estate planning areas of law. He earned a J.D. from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law and a B.S. from Birmingham-Southern College. His biography lists admission to the Alabama bar in 2012, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama in 2013 and the Tennessee bar in 2021. It also lists professional memberships in the Alabama State Bar Association, Tennessee State Bar Association, American Bar Association and Birmingham Bar Association.

Personal Injury Law

880 Montclair Rd #300, Birmingham, AL 35213, USA

Mr. Barnett, partner at Belt, Bruner & Barnett Personal Injury Lawyers, has devoted his entire career to representing individuals and families in personal injury and wrongful death matters. Mr. Barnett’s successes include settlements and/or verdicts of at least $1,000,000 or more in cases involving trucking collisions, car accidents, dog bites, funeral home negligence, medical malpractice, premises liability, motorcycle accidents, roadway construction accidents, and wrongful death. To date, personal injury attorney Mr. Barnett has recovered more than $100,000,000.00 for his clients through verdicts and settlements. Given his litigation successes, Mr. Barnett was inducted into the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum & The Top Trial Lawyers in America. This prestigious honor is reserved for lawyers who have been lead counsel in cases that resulted in verdicts and/or settlements of greater than $2,000,000. Fewer than 1% of lawyers in America are inducted into this organization. The community at Belt, Bruner & Barnett Personal Injury Lawyers has always been proud of his accomplishments. Mr. Barnett is the best car accident lawyer in Huntsville and is also repeatedly named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, a “Top 40 Under 40” lawyer for the state of Alabama by the National Trial Lawyers, and a “Top Attorney” by B-Metro Magazine. In addition to his work in the courtroom, Mr. Barnett, a car accident attorney, advocates for the rights of the injured by serving on the board of directors for the Alabama Association for Justice. He is also a member of the American Association for Justice and the Southern Trial Lawyers Association. Born and raised in Florence, Alabama, he earned a B.S. in Economics, summa cum laude, from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in just three years. He then earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2012. While in law school, Mr. Barnett was selected to represent the University on the national trial advocacy team.

Criminal Defense Law

1001 Windsor Dr, Birmingham, AL 35242, USA

Elijah Sargent is a dedicated criminal defense attorney committed to protecting the rights of the accused. With a deep passion for justice and a relentless approach to defense, he has built a reputation for aggressively advocating for clients facing criminal charges, from minor offenses to the most serious felonies.

Civil Litigation

2320 Highland Ave ste 175 175, Birmingham, AL 35205, USA

A Birmingham native, Ethan’s practice has an emphasis on construction defect litigation and insurance company disputes. In addition to construction defect claims, Ethan handles a wide variety of civil matters including, personal injury, insurance claims, products liability, termite litigation and claims against companies providing home inspection services. Ethan has significant trial experience with numerous successful jury verdicts across the state of Alabama. Ethan is active in both local and state bars, and has served as Vice President on the Junior Board for Smile-A-Mile. Ethan is a graduate from The University of Alabama and Alabama School of law. Following law school, Ethan worked for a large Birmingham firm where he focused with Antitrust and Cybersecurity practice groups specializing in Multidistrict Class Action Litigation before joining Edge Lawyers in 2016. Outside of work, Ethan enjoys cooking and spending time with his family, friends and his dog, Case.

Personal Injury Law

2160 14th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205, USA

Frank Buck grew up in Michigan and attended Michigan State University, where he received his degree in Political Science, Psychology and Sociology. Frank came to Alabama to attend Cumberland School of Law at Samford University. He met his wife, Marti, while in law school. She was a student at Samford. Frank has been practicing law for 50 years and has been married for 50 years. He and Marti have three daughters, Rachel, Ashley and Kerri, as well as four granddaughters. Rachel followed in her father’s footsteps and became a lawyer. Ashley is currently in law school, and Kerri is a nurse practitioner. Frank clerked for the late Judge Ingram Beasley while in law school. Frank graduated from Cumberland School of Law with his Juris Doctorate degree in 1975. Fresh out of law school, Frank decided to open his own practice and become a criminal defense lawyer. After a few years of criminal work, Frank’s passion for sports led him to become a sports agent. Finally, Frank decided to begin his career handling personal injury cases and found his niche. He loves helping injured people and has a deep passion for his work. Over his long career, he has personally handled over 11,000 car wrecks and other personal injury cases to resolution. On April 20, 2026, Mr. Buck was elected as the President of the Vestavia Hills Historic Society.

Family and Divorce Law

811 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205, USA

Mrs. Rose is a highly respected member of the legal community who has been rated “top family law attorney” in Birmingham magazine by her peers, among other awards. She is the daughter of a respected solo practice attorney, Warren Freeman of Delta Alabama. She spent over a decade assisting her father in his practice and watching him in the courtroom, dreaming of one day protecting people’s rights as her father has done for so many years. Today, with nearly two decades of experience in the legal system, Jennifer Rose is living that dream and continuing her family’s goal of protecting others legal rights with her practice. In the courtroom and in negotiations she aggressively fights to make sure you get the justice you deserve. She is well known for being a creative, tough, and skilled negotiator and trial attorney and she will protect your legal rights and make sure that you get the best outcome possible for your case whether it is in the matters of Alabama divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, family law, paternity, adoption, or divorce modifications.

General Practice Law

2024 3rd Avenue North, 302, Birmingham, AL 35203

Mr. Hendrix is a native of Birmingham, Alabama and a product of Birmingham City School system. He seeks to connect with his clients with a sense of community and care, keeping their needs and desired outcomes as his focus. Mr. Hendrix vehemently advocates on behalf of his clients based on the fundamental principle that everyone deserves the equal application of the law and zealous individualized representation. ? Mr. Hendrix is the lead partner and owner of the Hendrix Law Firm, LLC located in Downtown Birmingham. He has been a member of the Alabama State Bar since 2011, and is currently a member in good standing of the U.S. District Court of the Northern District of Alabama, the U.S. Court of Appeals of the Eleventh Circuit, and the Poarch Creek Indian Tribunal. ? Mr. Hendrix bloomed Hendrix Law Firm, LLC, since its inception, to be an all-inclusive general practice firm with a majority of its current cases concentrated in Criminal Law, Municipal Law, Business Law and Civil Litigation; while many firms specialize, Mr. Hendrix spearheads Hendrix Law Firm, LLC' s purpose to specialize in results and solutions for its clients.

Medical Malpractice Law

800 Shades Creek Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35209, USA

Justin Jones has always known that it was his calling to serve his community. Although he began his career as a Southern Baptist minister, it wasn’t until law school that he realized he could do just as much good on this earth from the courtroom as he could from the pulpit. For the last 15 years, Justin has brought that sense of compassion and thirst for justice to his advocacy for clients facing the greatest challenges of their lives.

Personal Injury Law

2730 Ensley Ave, Birmingham, AL 35218, USA

Rodney F. Barganier specializes in the areas of products liability, work place injuries, road/highway design matters, injuries to children involving recreational/playground equipment and other cases involving personal injury and wrongful death. Mr. Barganier obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree (History) from Birmingham- Southern College, and his law degree from Miles College School of Law, Birmingham, Alabama. In addition to being a graduate of Miles College School of Law, Mr. Barganier is a Professor with the Law School. Mr. Barganier is a member of the Alabama State Bar; Magic City Bar Association ; Birmingham Bar Association; National Bar Association (NBA); Alabama Lawyers Association (NBA Affiliate Chapter);and Alabama Association of Justice. Mr. Barganier is a Past-President of the Magic City Bar. He is also a Past-President of his NBA Affiliate, Alabama Lawyers Association. Mr. Barganier also served twice as Regional Director for National Bar’s Region XI. In addition to being a member of the Birmingham Bar, Mr. Barganier serves on the Birmingham Volunteer Lawyers Program (VLP). In 2012, Mr. Barganier was named as an “Attorney on the Rise” by B-Metro, Birmingham magazine. In 2011, Mr. Barganier was named as a “Top 40 attorney under 40” by National Bar Association/Impact. Mr. Barganier resides in Pleasant Grove, Alabama. He is married to LaShaunda Myricks Barganier. They have two daughters, Tyra and Taylar.

Medical Malpractice Law

800 Shades Crest Rd suite 800, Birmingham, AL 35226, USA

Shay grew up in Alexander City, Alabama and has been practicing law for more than 45 years. After establishing his career as a trial lawyer at another prominent firm, Shay came to Hare, Wynn, Newell & Newton LLP as a full partner in 1994. In all his years of practice, Shay has tried hundreds of complex jury trials throughout Alabama, both in state and federal courts. Although he has handled cases involving almost every area of civil trial litigation and tort liability, he has dedicated his practice primarily to the representation of individuals and families who were victims of medical malpractice and healthcare negligence. Shay has been the recipient of numerous record million/multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements throughout most of Alabama. During the course of his career, he has obtained several hundred Million/Multi-Million Dollar jury verdicts and settlements. In 2022, Shay received one of the top 20 largest verdicts in the United States – $21,000,000 in a medical malpractice case. For Shay, the personal relationship he develops with his clients is just as important as their professional relationship, and he believes that gaining his clients’ trust and friendship ultimately helps him serve their needs even better. Shay is deeply dedicated to serving the Birmingham community. For years, he has volunteered alongside his wife, Colleen, at The Red Barn, which provides equestrian therapy for special needs children as well as others with disabilities and special circumstances.

Personal Injury Law

31 Inverness Center Pkwy suite 350, Birmingham, AL 35242, USA

Steven Mezrano didn’t always plan to be a lawyer. Around 2002, his life was changed when he was involved in a motor vehicle collision and subsequently had knee and shoulder surgeries. Faced with mounting medical bills and no mode of transportation, he found himself overwhelmed with the whole process. So when Steven Mezrano tells you he understands what you’re going through, he means it. He’s been through it himself. Mezrano Law Firm is personal to Steven Mezrano. He understands what you are facing and takes personal ownership in each case. He’s involved in every case that the firm handles and prides himself on being available for each client to speak directly to him about his or her concerns. “Direct communication with the client and discussing the strengths and weaknesses of each case is important to the client experience. That is why I started Mezrano Law Firm. I understand what you’re facing, and each case Mezrano Law Firm takes is personal to me. I am a part of every case the firm handles, and you can always speak directly to me about what you need. No matter the case or the injury you sustained, I am going to tell you how it is – for better or worse.” Steven grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, attended the University of Alabama – Birmingham, and received his undergraduate degree in public relations. Before applying to law school, he worked for several public relations and marketing firms. He attended Birmingham School of Law and received his license to practice law in 2008. Since starting his legal career, Steven has handled a diverse practice, starting in a domestic relations and criminal defense firm, then moving into personal injury litigation at Shunnarah Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C., where he was promoted within four years to firm management. In 2012, Steven opened Mezrano Law Firm, P. C. so that he could practice law the way he envisioned: with honesty, integrity, and dedication. Since then, he’s handled all personal injury cases, from fender benders to wrongful death. His most notable case for him was an 18-wheeler whose driver lost control and struck a husband and wife. It was complex litigation, but it showed Steven that every client deserves every ounce of attention, and no matter what happens to that person, every person deserves his day in court. Steven prides himself on creating a firm that strives to help others and to be their voice in the courtroom. In addition to his legal services, Steven has a strong commitment to community service. Mezrano Law Firm, P.C., sponsors high school athletics through Friday Night Lights and High School Hoops. The firm also feeds the homeless quarterly to give back to the community. Steven enjoys spending time with his family and tending the family farm in Columbiana when he’s not in the office. He is married to the beautiful Ashley Joseph Mezrano, and they have four exceptional children, all of whom cheer for Alabama (Roll Tide, Roll).

Bankruptcy Law

222 20th St. N., Suite 400, Birmingham, AL 35203

Selected to Best lawyers and Super Lawyers since 2009, 45 years experience, Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification for over 20 years, AV rating by Martindale-Hubbard for over 20 years, Adjunct Professor of Bankruptcy at Birmingham School of Law

Civil Litigation

2224 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA

Lee Gresham is a native Alabamian who has the rare distinction of having attended both of the state’s largest universities. He attended Auburn University, where he earned a degree in English, and the University of Alabama, where he earned his law degree. Since graduating from law school, Lee has devoted the last 30 years to representing individuals and businesses in complex injury, product liability, toxic exposure, business cases and commercial disputes. Lee has represented numerous individuals who have developed serious injuries or who have died as a result of exposure to asbestos and to other toxic substances, and he has represented hundreds of individuals who have been injured as a result of medical negligence or from taking dangerously defective pharmaceutical drugs. Lee regularly represents individuals and companies in complex cases involving securities fraud, breach of contract, shareholder claims, business interference, and other types of commercial disputes. Lee takes a personal interest in his clients and their needs, and he believes that getting to know his clients is critical to his role as an advocate and as a counselor. In addition to his work as a “trial lawyer,” Lee has served as corporate counsel for two national companies and one international company, and he served as Chairman of the Board of Directors for a successful retail company. He has earned an “AV” rating by Martindale-Hubbell, which is the premier rating publication for lawyers, which means that he has been recognized by other lawyers for achieving “the height of professional excellence” and for exhibiting “the highest levels of skill and integrity.” Lee has been recognized as a Top Lawyer by B-Metro magazine, and he was chosen to be a member of The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Alabama and as a member of Lawyers of Distinction. When he is not practicing law, Lee loves to spend time with his family, play golf, exercise, read novels, watch football and basketball, and teach “Sunday School” at his church, Mountain Brook Community Church. Lee and his wife, Barclay, have been married for 24 years, and they have a daughter, Brooke, who is a sophomore in college, a son, Dru, who is a sophomore in high school, a Havanese dog, and two cats.

Family and Divorce Law

2001 Park Pl, Suite 550, Birmingham, AL 35203

Wendy B. Crew is a family law attorney and the founder of Crew Law Group, P.C., in Birmingham, Alabama. She has practiced in Birmingham since 1983, the year she was admitted to practice in Alabama. She is board certified in matrimonial law. Her education includes a J.D. from Cumberland School of Law, awarded in 1983. Crew was a founding member of the Alabama State Bar’s Family Law Section and has held every office in that section. Her professional affiliations include fellowship in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Within that organization, she has served on the national Board of Governors and held the positions of president and secretary in the Alabama chapter. She has also lectured nationally and internationally on domestic relations and family law. Her writing includes co-authorship of an article on problems presented by virtual trials, published in the Fall 2021 issue of Family Advocate. She also contributed to International Relocation of Children: A Global Guide. Crew’s work in legal education has included service as an adjunct professor at Cumberland School of Law. With a local high school teacher, she implemented the school’s Street Law Program and co-authored “Play by the Rules” for use in that program. Her community service has included membership on the board of the Alabama Center for Civic Law and Education and service on the executive committee of the AIDS TASC Force of Alabama.

Personal Injury Law

505 20th St N suite 1500, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA

Area of Practice: Mass Tort Diandra “Fu” Debrosse is a fearless plaintiffs’ attorney who fights unapologetically for individuals and public entities injured by wrongful conduct, whether by defective medical devices, drugs, or cosmetics, environmental contamination, corporate misconduct, or civil rights abuse. Nationally recognized as a powerhouse in mass torts, class actions, products liability, discrimination, and sexual assault claims, Fu has recovered nearly $1 billion in damages for her clients. Blending her exceptional talents in multidistrict and mass tort litigation with state-of-the-art tools, Fu uses sophisticated modeling to identify technology-based and other forms of discrimination, including environmental injustice, defective devices, and unfair insurance practices. As the managing partner of DiCello Levitt’s Birmingham office, co-chair of the firm’s Mass Torts division, and co-chair of its Civil and Human Rights Litigation Practice Group, she holds prominent leadership positions in numerous multidistrict litigations. She is Co-Lead Counsel in the massive products liability multidistrict litigation against two of the world’s largest infant formula manufacturers, Abbott Laboratories and Mead Johnson, and in the MDL against L’Oréal and other makers of disease-causing hair relaxer products marketed primarily to Black and Latina women. Fu also holds leadership positions in several other significant MDLs, including the litigation against Chevron and Syngenta for their marketing and sale of the disease-causing herbicide paraquat, as well as the social media MDL in which the plaintiffs are seeking damages against Meta Platforms, TikTok, YouTube, and others for creating defective products that encourage addictive behavior, resulting in various emotional and physical harms, including death. Fu also leads many systematic civil rights and sexual assault cases; represents the City of Baltimore in legal actions addressing the catastrophic of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse; and represents dozens of Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, Maryland, and North Dakota counties and a number of cities and counties in Maryland, Delaware, and other jurisdictions in two separate prescription opiate MDLs. Fu was recognized by Forbes as one of the top 200 attorneys in the United States in 2024, and The National Law Journal named her to its 2023 list of Elite Women of the Plaintiffs Bar. In 2022, 2023, and 2024, Lawdragon recognized Fu as one of the 500 Leading Consumer Lawyers. Chambers USA 2022 ranked the firm’s Litigation: Mainly Plaintiffs team among the top five in Alabama, and the Birmingham Business Journal honored Fu with a Best of the Bar Award and Who’s Who in Law recognitions in 2021, 2022, and 2023. Fu is a founding member of Shades of Mass, an organization dedicated to encouraging the appointment of Black and brown attorneys in national mass tort actions. She is a board member of Public Justice and the Southern Trial Lawyers Association. Fu previously served as a hearing officer for the Alabama State Bar, held leadership roles in the American Association for Justice and the Alabama Access to Justice Commission, and acted as Alabama State Bar vice president and commissioner. Fu is fluent in French and Haitian Creole and functional in Spanish. Her steadfast pursuit of justice is motivated in large part by her experience as a mother of two extraordinary young girls.