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Women attorneys Amy Adams Balch & Bingham Janell Ahnert Bressler Amery & Ross, PC Leslie Garrett Allen Balch & Bingham Anastasia Allmon Farris, Riley & Pitt Labella Alvis Christian & Small, LLP Melanie Atha Cabaniss, Johnston, Gardner, Dumas & O’Neal, LLP Lisa Karen Atkins Ogletree Deakins, PC Annemarie Carney Axon Wallace, Jordan, Ratliff, and Brandt
Lisa W. Borden Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC Paige M. Boshell Bradley Melanie Bradford Bradford & Holliman, LLC Toni Braxton Braxton Legal Services, LLC Kitty Rogers Brown White Arnold & Dowd PC Whitney R. Brown Lehr Middlebrooks & Vreeland, PC J. Carin Burford Ogletree Deakins Nash Smoak & Stewart Robin Burrell Najjar Denaburg, PC
Tammy Baker Jackson Lewis, LLP
Leigh Reynolds Byers Nolan Byers, PC
Lois Beasley-Carlisle Carlisle & Carlisle, PC
Tanita Cain The Cain Law Firm
Elizabeth Beaube Maynard Cooper & Gale
Angela Cameron Smith Burr & Forman, LLP
Jenna M. Bedsole Baker, Donelson, PC
Hope Thai Cannon Bradley
Julia Bernstein Bradley
Elizabeth Chambers Cory Watson Attorneys
Sela Stroud Blanton Bainbridge, Mims, Rogers & Smith, LLP
Rhonda Chambers Taylor & Taylor
Emily Sides Bonds Jones Walker LLP
Jennifer Hoover Clark Bradley
Susan Doughton Dominick Feld Hyde, PC Gayle Douglas Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC Augusta Dowd White Arnold & Dowd, PC Christie Dowling Lyman Dowling Law Jessica Drennan Kirk.Drennan, PC
Kori Clement Hare & Clement, PC
Anne Durward Massey Stotser & Nichols, PC
Patricia Clotfelter Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC
Victoria Dye Fischer & Associates, LLC
Glenda Cochran Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law Wendy Brooks Crew Crew Gentle Law, PC Judith Crittenden Crittenden Partners, PC Michelle I. Crunk Dodson Gregory, LLP Kathy R. Davis Carr Allison Stacey Davis The Law Firm of Stacey A. Davis Tracy Davis Hand Arendall, LLC Diandra Debrosse Zarzaur, Mujumdar and Debrosse
Nancy Eady Morris, Hayes, Wheeles, Knowles & Nelson Chelsey Mitchell Edgerly Vernis & Bowling of Birmingham, LLC Jennifer Reid Egbe Huie, Fernambucq & Stewart Megan Elder Kirk.Drennan, PC Kathryn Roe Eldridge Maynard Cooper & Gale PC Christie Estes Porterfield, Harper, Mills, Motlow, & Ireland Dawn Stith Evans Guin, Stokes & Evans, LLC Heather Fann Five Points Law Group
Tiffany J. deGruy Bradley
Laura Karnes Fischer Fischer & Associates
April DeLuca Magic City Law
Linda Flippo White Arnold & Dowd, PC
Lauren C. Demoss Maynard Cooper & Gale, PC
Kira Fonteneau Five Point Law Group
L. Susan Doss Bradley
Sara Anne Ford Lightfoot Franklin & White, LLC
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Women attorneys Charlene Ford Whatley Kallas, LLP
Alicia Haynes Haynes & Haynes
Leigh King Forstman Pittman Dutton & Hellums
Katherine W. Haynes The Rose Law Firm, LLC
Brandi Frederick The Frederick Firm
Wakisha E. Hazzard The Hazzard Law Firm
Linda A. Friedman Bradley
Deborah Hembree Constangy Brooks Smith & Prophete, LLP
Nedra Garrett McClinton Garrett & Associates, LLC
Karen Hennecy White Arnold & Dowd, PC
Honora Gathings Gathings Law
Cameron L. Hogan Lloyd & Hogan
Kathryn Crawford Gentle Lloyd & Hogan, PC
Daisy Holder Daisy M. Holder Attorney at Law
Laura Gibson White Arnold & Dowd, PC
Caroline U. Hollingsworth Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC
Lisha Graham White Arnold & Dowd, PC Gaile Gratton Sirote & Permutt Paula Greenway Greenway Bankruptcy Law, LLC Jennifer Hanson Bainbridge Mims Rogers & Smith, LLP Kathryn Harrington Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC Anna L. Hart Hart Law LLC
Stephanie Hunter Hunter Law Firm, PC Elizabeth Hutchins Sirote & Permutt PC Elizabeth Kanter Carr Allison Denise Killebrew Baker, Donelson Annette Kinderman Cabaniss Johnston Gardner Dumas & O’Neal
The Women’s Rights Law Reporter, published by Rutgers School of Law in Newark, is the oldest legal periodical in the U.S. focusing exclusively on women’s rights law. It was founded in 1970 by now-Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and feminist activists, legal workers, and law students. (American Bar Association) 82
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Rachel King Vella & King Leslie Klasing Waldrep Stewart & Kendrick, LLC Sammye Kok Dominick Feld Hyde, PC Amber Ladner Bradford Ladner, LLP Jayna Partain Lamar Maynard, Cooper & Gale, P.C. Heather Leonard Heather Leonard, PC Debra Taylor Lewis Balch & Bingham
Catherine Crosby Long Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC Margaret H. Loveman Butler Snow Yvonne Norris Maddalena Jackson Lewis, LLP Melinda Mathews Sirote & Permutt Deborah A. Mattison Wiggins Childs Quinn & Pantazis, LLC Diane Maughan Cabaniss, Johnston, Gardner, Dumas & O’Neal, LLP Angie Godwin McEwen Butler Snow Candis McGowan Wiggins Childs Quinn & Pantazis, LLC Jodi McKelvin Shelby Roden, LLC AshLeigh Meyer Dunham Magic City Law
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KIRK DRENNAN LAW JESSICA KIRK DRENNAN, JESSIE KEATING HARDY, MEGAN ELDER Founded in 2011 by Jessica Kirk Drennan as a Divorce & Family Law Practice, Kirk Drennan Law has grown to include a Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate & Adoption Practice Group and a Criminal Defense Practice Group. Jessica leads the Domestic and Family Law Practice Group. She is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell, a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, a Board-Certified Advocate of the National Board of Trial Advocacy and a Fellow of The Birmingham Bar Foundation. Jessica has also published a book, Divorce in Alabama. Jessie Keating Hardy, a partner at the firm, works exclusively in the Domestic and Family Law Practice Group. Jessie is dually licensed to practice in Alabama and Florida. Jessie was recognized as a Rising Star Lawyer by B-Metro in 2014. She is also a member of the Alabama State Bar, Family Law Section Board, and a director of Divorce on the Beach legal training. Megan Elder has a Juris Doctor degree and a Master of Laws Degree in taxation and leads the Probate Group, which focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Adoption. Megan was recognized as one of Birmingham Business Journal’s Rising Star Lawyers in 2016, and as one of the Top Women’s Attorneys of Birmingham in 2015 by B-Metro Magazine. She was also awarded the 2013 Pro Bono Attorney of the Year by the Birmingham Bar Association.
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Women attorneys Kristin Sullivan The Five Points Law Group
Women currently comprise approximately 31% of lawyers in the U.S. In 1951, women comprised 3% of the lawyer population, a number roughly remaining constant by decade until 1980, when it more than doubled to 8%. The percentage increased to 20% by 1991, 24% in 1995, 27% in 2000, and 30% in 2005. It has held steady from 30-31.6% since 2005 to the present. (American Bar Association) Shannon Miller Jackson Lewis, LLP Tracy Miller Hand Arendall, LLC Anne Mitchell Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC Laura E. Montgomery Crittenden Partners Anne Moses Moses & Moses, PC Emily Nelson Morris, Haynes, Wheeles, Knowles & Nelson Frances Nolan Nolan Byers, PC Lynne Stephens O’Neal Leitman Siegal & Payne, PC
Candace Peeples Candace B. Peeples Family Law Ashley Reitz Peinhardt Hare Wynn Newell & Newton, LLP Denise Pomeroy Dominick Feld Hyde, PC Katie T. Powell Butler Snow Rebecca Pritchett Pritchett Environmental & Property Law, LLC Fran Quarles Quarles Law Firm, LLC Wendy Reese Law Offices of Wendy A. Reese, LLC
Kathryn J. Ottensmeyer Balch & Bingham
Sally Reilly Wallace Jordan Ratliff & Brandt, LLC
Lenora Pate Sirote & Permutt
Sandra Reiss The Reiss Firm, LLC
Suzanne Paulson Leitman Siegal & Payne, PC
Lynn Reynolds Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC
Linda Peacock Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC Julie Pearce Gaines Gault Hendrix, PC 84
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Brandy Robertson Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC Jennifer Rose The Rose Law Firm, LLC
Jennifer Fox Swain Littler Mendelson, PC Leah Taylor Taylor & Taylor Mary Thompson Parnell Thompson LLC Emily Tidmore Spotswood Sansom & Sansbury, LLC Sara Turner Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC
Ginny Rutledge Sirote & Permutt Jennifer Devereaux Segers Huie, Fernambucq & Stewart Dawn Helms Sharff Bradley Tanya Shunnara Sirote & Permutt Susan Silvernail Marsh Rickard & Bryan, PC Lindsey Simmons King Simmons, PC
Susan Wagner Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC Summer Walker Summer G. Walker, PC Jeannie Bugg Walston Starnes Davis Florie, LLP Laura Washburn Bradley Leila Watson Cory Watson Attorneys Stephanie Weems Massey Stotser & Nichols, PC
Lisa Singer Smith & Pace, PC
Kimberly West Wallace Jordan Ratliff & Brandt, LLC
Jeanie Sleadd Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC
Amber Whillock Starnes Davis Florie, LLP
Carol Smith Smith & Pace, PC
Sara Williams Alexander Shunnarah Personal Injury Attorneys
Deborah Alley Smith Christian & Small, LLP Tammy Smith Taylor & Taylor Jennifer Smith Wiggins Childs Pantazis Fisher & Goldfarb, LLC Sharon Stuart Christian & Small, LLP
Amanda Williamson Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC Anne Yuengert Bradley Elizabeth Zwiebel The Zwiebel Law Firm, LLC Melissa Zwilling Carr Allison
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The Women Lawyers Section of the Birmingham Bar is a progressive force for women in the legal profession. The purpose of the Women Lawyers Section of the Birmingham Bar Association is as clear as a well-written brief. The group exists to foster the personal and professional development of women who practice law, and to enhance the quality of life and culture of the legal community. The purpose of the section of the bar is to encourage participation by women in the practice of law, to enhance the quality of life for women who have chosen law as a profession, to provide role models and mentors for women seeking to enter or grow in the profession, and to provide an environment that fosters cooperation between and among women in the profession, thereby enhancing the profession as a whole. Beginning around 1979, a group of like-minded women lawyers who had been friends in law school or who had become friends after starting their legal careers gathered for regular social events. After a few such occasions, their discussions turned to the state of women in the legal profession and their desire to create an organization to meet their professional and personal goals. These women were visionaries who believed the needs of women lawyers were greater than the profession’s ability at the time to meet them. For more than a decade, these women continued to talk about what form and structure such an organization might take, gleaning any useful information from other women’s bar organizations nationwide. On Jan. 4, 1994, Judy Crittenden and Robin Burrell met with Bill Clark, the then current president of the Birmingham Bar Association (the BBA) at the 86
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Summit Club to discuss the issues facing women lawyers and the need to establish a formal group to support the advancement of women in the legal profession. He agreed. On May 13, 1994, the proposal to create the WLS was presented to the BBA Executive Committee. The vote to create the WLS was successful and WLS became an official section of the BBA. So after years of discussion about the form and structure of the new organization it was now time to put the ideas in writing. At Highlands Bar and Grill, Robin Burrell and Marion Walker drafted the first set of bylaws and the preliminary structure of the WLS on napkins. At a meeting on Sept. 22, 1994, more than 120 women lawyers joined WLS. By October 1994, the WLS boasted 233 members. The focus of the WLS is on the professional and personal concerns and needs of women lawyers. In addition, the WLS founders recognized the need to encourage the participation of women lawyers in the BBA and charitable activities, as well as providing networking and mentoring. The WLS members have also reached out into the community to help women and children in need, frequently partnering with the YWCA and other organizations to help those in its shelters and programs. The Nina Miglionico Paving The Way Leadership Award was established by the Women Lawyers Section of the Birmingham Bar Association in 2005 to recognize and honor lawyers who have achieved professional excellence while actively paving the way to success and advancement
for women lawyers. In 2002 the WLS created a scholarship award to recognize talented law students who showed promise and insight, particularly with respect to the advancement of women law students. The awards were originally given to students at the University of Alabama School of Law and Cumberland Law School. Two years later, Miles Law School and Birmingham School of Law were added as recipient law schools. The initial award amount was $250. In 2004, the service award amount was increased to $300, and in 2010 it increased to $500. In keeping with the purpose of the WLS to encourage women in the practice of law, the WLS initiated a “Pinstripes and Pearls” panel discussion at Cumberland School of Law and the University of Alabama Law School about current issues affecting the legal profession in general and women lawyers in particular. Giving back to the Birmingham community is a top priority of the WLS. In fact, in 1999, the WLS won the national award from the National Conference of Women’s Bar Associations for the WLS’s special partnership with the YWCA. The WLS and its members routinely contribute to causes affecting women, including Kids Korner (YWCA daycare), Purse & Passion Luncheon (YWCA), the Journey to Justice Gala event (Birmingham Bar Foundation and the Magic City Bar), the Voices Against Violence Initiative, and MOMENTUM, a local women’s leadership organization.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO LEILA WATSON AND BETH CHAMBERS FOR BEING NAMED TO BIRMINGHAM’S TOP WOMEN ATTORNEYS Leila and I opened our firm in 1995 with a fierce determination to stand up for the rights of people injured or killed by the negligence or wrongdoing of others. Leila’s dedication to the pursuit of justice is unrivaled; she serves as President of the Birmingham Bar Association this year, and is consistently recognized by Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers for the quality of her work. She has earned the loyalty and gratitude of thousands of clients who have found the path to justice through her work. Cory Watson Principal Beth Chambers has served Cory Watson Attorneys and clients across the U.S. for more than a decade. Beth has distinguished herself as a powerful advocate for those injured by defective medical devices and recalled drugs and is a frequent speaker at legal forums regarding dangerous prescription drugs and recalled medical devices. Beth has been recognized by Super Lawyers and has represented clients in more than 40 states. Leila and I proudly work alongside some of the brightest minds in the nation at Cory Watson. Congratulations to Leila, Beth and all the outstanding attorneys recognized by B-Metro. Ernest Cory Cory Watson Attorneys
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LEIGH REYNOLDS BYERS AND FRANCES ROSS NOLAN
Nolan Byers, PC was founded in 2013 by Frances Ross Nolan and Leigh Reynolds Byers to provide those facing divorce with strong, compassionate legal guidance. Recognizing that most people are unfamiliar with the legal system and that legal disputes create enormous stress, attorneys Nolan and Byers place an emphasis on educating clients about the issues they are facing, providing them with choices, and working with them to identify and achieve their goals. Nolan and Byers provide clients throughout Central Alabama with exceptional legal services in all aspects of family law, including: divorce, asset valuation and division, spousal and child support, child custody, paternity and dependency matters, adoption, jurisdictional issues, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and marital settlement agreements. Nolan Byers, PC is also one of only a few firms in the area qualified to offer Collaborative Divorce, a private, consensual no-court alternative to conventional dispute resolution.
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Wakisha is a distinguished attorney, who works tirelessly for the advancement of the legal profession. Wakisha is a vigorous and persistent advocate for her clients. She practices primarily in the fields of criminal defense, personal injury, and family/domestic relations. She is a philanthropist and loves giving back to others. She is a member of the Junior League of Birmingham, the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, and she sits on the advisory council for the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Wakisha is also a member of the Birmingham Bar Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Alabama Lawyers Association, and the American Bar Association.
If you want someone to fight for your rights, call AttorneyWakisha E. Hazzard.
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HONORA GATHINGS
Gathings Law would like to congratulate Honora Gathings on being named one of Avvo’s Top Women Attorneys. It is an honor that comes after decades of working tirelessly on behalf of her clients. Honora’s client-first focus has earned her a most esteemed reputation. While her cases may range from domestic relations to wrongful death and complex environmental litigation, they are all handled with the same level of care and skill that comes from her more than thirty years of experience. Honora Gathings has also earned the respect of her peers in the legal community as shown by being rated as AV Preeminent and being selected for the Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers, indicating her position at the highest level of professional excellence. Her other honors include Super Lawyers, Lawyers of Distinction, Birmingham 205 Influential Executives, 10 Best Attorney for Alabama for Client Satisfaction in Family Law and 2017 Top Rated Lawyers in Personal Injury Law. Gathings Law was founded more than 20 years ago on the guiding principle that every person, regardless of social or economic status, is entitled to receive the best representation in court and entitled to a level playing field when they enter the litigation arena. Contact Honora Gathings at (205) 322-1201 to see how she can fight for you. Congratulations, Honora.
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WOMEN ATTORNEYS TO WATCH ELIZABETH SHAW
A trial attorney, with over 25 years experience, Elizabeth Shaw specializes in Plaintiff ’s Personal Injury Litigation. A graduate of The University of Alabama School of Law, Elizabeth has been recognized as one of the top Plaintiff ’s attorneys by Birmingham Magazine. Elizabeth works closely with each client to develop a specific plan of action so that the best possible result may be achieved. Elizabeth understands what her clients have been through and how seriously an injury impacts their lives. Her approach makes the legal process for her clients as easy and effective as possible.
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Our lawyers do a lot of great things. Fortunately, this is one we can disclose. Congratulations to Augusta Dowd, Linda Flippo, Laura Gibson, Karen Hennecy, Kitty Rogers Brown, and Lisha Graham
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WOMEN ATTORNEYS TO WATCH EMILY NELSON AND NANCY EADY
Morris, Haynes, Wheeles, Knowles and Nelson would like to congratulate Emily Nelson and Nancy Eady for being named Top Women Lawyers by B-Metro magazine. Emily joined the firm in 2004 and she specializes in wrongful death cases and serious personal injury cases. Emily is an active member of the Alabama State Bar, the Birmingham Bar Association and The Alabama Association for Justice. Emily feels fortunate to be able to work at a firm where she can spend the time and resources it takes to adequately prepare a case and thereby maximize its value. Nancy’s experience with legal research, trial briefs and appellate work has played a major role in the firm’s success. An active member of the Alabama State Bar, the American Bar Association and the Executive Committee of the Alabama Association for Justice, Nancy has been with the firm since 1991. Morris Haynes represents seriously injured people and people that have been wronged in some way against some of the most powerful companies in the world. The firm specializes in personal injury and wrongful death cases including gun defect cases, legionella cases, trucking accident cases, and product liability cases. Morris, Haynes maintains a fundamental faith in the unique power of our legal system to address and correct injustices. The firm’s calling ensures that each client is treated with dignity and respect. For more information about Emily Nelson, Nancy Eady, our cases or our law firm, please visit us online at www.mhhlaw.net and www.legionnaireattorney.com.
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At the law offices of Salter Ferguson, LLC, in Birmingham, attorneys Karen Salter and Carmen Ferguson help clients recover financially from damages caused by the negligence of others, defective products and dangerous drugs.
CLIENT-CENTERED, RESULTS-ORIENTED We are a mother-daughter legal team that brings a breadth of life and legal experience to the practice of law. Karen Salter is a registered nurse, and a former hospital manager. Her daughter, Carmen Ferguson, is a former insurance adjuster. Together, we have more than 30 years of legal experience to put to work on your case. Clients have told us that hiring our law firm gave them the peace of mind they needed to focus on their recovery. They were confident their case was in good hands so they didn’t have to worry. We take care of the legal issues so our clients can focus all their attention on recovering physically from their injuries. Over the years we have won millions of dollars in financial compensation for injured people. We have the skills and experience to achieve positive outcomes in challenging cases. We keep you informed of developments in your case, answer your questions and return your calls and emails promptly. You will never be just another case at Salter Ferguson, LLC.
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JUDITH E. DOLAN AND LESLIE M. KLASING Waldrep Stewart & Kendrick congratulates Leslie M. Klasing and Judith E. Dolan on being recognized as two of Birmingham’s Top Women Attorneys! Ms. Klasing represents a wide variety of public entities including various municipalities, school boards, universities and civic center authorities and is significantly experienced in real estate law, employment law and complex contract drafting. Ms. Klasing has significant expertise with regard to all matters affecting public entities in Alabama. Ms. Dolan is an experienced litigator, with expertise in insurance defense, employment, trucking and auto matters. Clients include major insurance companies and global businesses. Ms. Dolan is a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, an invitation-only trial lawyer honorary society.
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Anastasia Allmon represents clients in a variety of personal injury actions across Alabama, Mississippi, and Georgia. She is a dedicated and passionate advocate for victims of negligence and is driven by the desire to help people in need and to be the voice for those who have been harmed through no fault of their own.
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Fann Law is now part of Five Points Law Group, a collection of lawyers focused on helping their clients through life’s transitions. Whether it’s the changing of a family relationship, the loss of a loved one, or loss of a job, Five Points lawyers have the experience to guide clients to the best possible outcomes. Heather Fann continues to represent her diverse clients in both traditional and novel family matters, and has joined fellow Top Lawyers Kristin Sullivan and Kira Fonteneau, as well as Allen Arnold and Burton Dunn to form a team of lawyers with varied practice areas. Fonteneau and Arnold focus on employment and civil rights matters, while Sullivan and Dunn assist clients with estate planning and probate needs. Fann’s practice spans the spectrum of family law issues, including divorce, paternity, custody, support, pre-nuptial agreements, and stepparent adoption. She strives to quickly achieve long-term, successful solutions for all of her clients through settlement wherever possible, and litigation where necessary.
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Fann’s client successfully overturned the Alabama Supreme Court in March of 2016, when the United States Supreme Court in V.L. v. E.L. confirmed equal parental rights for a lesbian partner. Fann also served as local counsel on the legal team in Strawser v. Strange, which clarified that Alabama probate judges must treat same-sex couples equally. Heather served as Chair of the Alabama State Bar Family Law Section from 2014-2016, and was also selected to the 2016 Alabama State Bar Leadership Forum. She recently received the 2017 Leading Practitioner Award from the National LGBT Bar Association. “Complex problems – particularly in family law situations -- often require thoughtful, creative solutions,” Heather says. “It’s not just about a piece of paper: A family lawyer must be aware of modern approaches and be prepared to explain all the options to provide the client a truly satisfactory result.”
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Join us for a discussion featuring major business leaders in downtown Birmingham’s startling renaissance. Find out where we go from here. Introductory remarks from Birmingham Mayor William A. Bell
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JEFFREY BAYER AND DAVID SILVERSTEIN, Bayer Properties
APRIL HARE DELUCA ASHLEIGH MEYER DUNHAM AshLeigh Meyer Dunham & April Hare DeLuca established Magic City Law, LLC, a boutique all female law firm, where they focus on divorce, family law, adoption and child custody. They take the time to get to know their clients, their families, their goals, and counsel clients about all of their legal options. At Magic City Law, their mission is to help Magic City families move forward.
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CHAD HAGWOOD, Capital One Finance BILL PRADAT, Cushman Wakefield/EGS DICK SCHMALTZ, 20 Midtown CAMILLE SPRATLING, Railroad Park RANDALL MINOR, Maynard Cooper & Gale
AUGUST 24, 2017 7:30-9:00 a.m.
AT BIRMINGHAM SCHOOL OF LAW 231 22ND STREET SOUTH, BIRMINGHAM AL 35233 Tickets $10 (Coffee, food and door prizes) Visit BHM BIZ Facebook page or Eventbrite.com for tickets
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