Cottonwood Lawyers

Austin Burdick graduated summa cum laude from the University of Montevallo, where he studied History. He then attended the Birmingham School of Law at night and worked full time during the day to support his young family. Austin graduated in the top third of his class in law school. While attending law school Austin worked for Merrill Legal Solutions were he gained valuable courtroom and deposition experience as a trial consultant. As a trial consultant, Austin consulted on high profile cases including Richard Scrushy v. HealthSouth. After four years with Merrill Austin entered private practice with a local law firm. After...

Law practice focused on individual and corporate client representation, litigation, arbitration and mediation in the areas of Labor & Employment, Corporate Contract Defense, Probate, Estates, Workers Compensation, and Unemployment Compensation. Research, write and prepare for filing all state and federal pleadings, motions, trial briefs, and suggested judicial orders to include Complaints, Responses to Summary Judgment with applicable Exhibits, Pre-Trial Orders, Motions in Limine, and Appellate Court motions with supporting briefs. Write and file EEOC form 5 charges and response statements filed under Title VII. Conduct and defend depositions representing the legal positions for both Plaintiff and...

No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than services performed by other lawyers. No attorney client relationship is established by the use of any information contained on this site. The varied experiences of Joshua M. Pendergrass, make him ideally suited to serve clients with various needs and case types. Growing up in Fairview, Tennessee, a small town in a rural area outside Nashville, Josh learned from his grandparents, an appreciation for hard work, and for sticking to one's word. Upon graduation from high school, Josh attended Lambuth University, in Jackson, Tennessee, on scholarship. By...

Born and raised in Huntsville, Alabama, I am a graduate of the University of Alabama in Huntsville (1998) and the Samford University Cumberland School of Law (2002). I am licensed to practice law in the State of Alabama and have been admitted before the Federal District Court for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama.

From an early age, I learned that the most powerful skill that can be mastered is the ability to change someone’s mind… which is why I became a lawyer. The most rewarding part of my job is advocating for those in need and using...

With twenty years of legal experience, Meredith Turpin has helped thousands of clients by providing the legal representation necessary to successfully navigate matters regarding bankruptcy, real property, probate, divorce, family law, and adoptions. As a tireless advocate for principled and consistent application of the law, her clients’ personal goals and financial security are her top priority. Meredith centers her practice in and around Northwest Alabama, regularly practicing in Municipal Courts, both Circuit and District State Courts, and the Federal Courts of the Northern District of Alabama. In 2004, Meredith graduated from Mercer School of Law, in Macon,...

Matthew G. Garmon is an associate in the Birmingham office of Morris, Haynes, Wheeles, Knowles, & Nelson, and is a native of Cullman County, Alabama. Matt graduated from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, and received his Juris Doctor from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law. While in law school, Matt was a member of Cumberland’s prestigious Hebert Peterson National Trial Team and was a recipient of the 2015 Nat Bryan American Board of Trial Advocacy Award. During this time, Matt competed as an advocate on various teams, including a Cumberland team that...

Practicing transactional and litigation attorney with special emphasis in construction law and non-compete matters. Experienced in the protection of payment rights of commercial subcontractors and vendors through the Alabama Prompt Pay Act, lien laws and the review and enforcement of commercial subcontract rights and obligations. Also experienced in the protection of insureds against bad faith failures to provide coverage on valid claims and in personal injury matters including products liability. In addition, I am a registered civil mediator with the Alabama Center for Dispute Resolution and a registered arbitrator with the Better Business Bureau.

Brian J. Bogdany is the founder of The Bogdany Law Firm, L.L.P.

Brian is a member of both the Alabama State Bar and the Florida State Bar. Brian has represented clients regarding immigration matters nation wide. He also represents clients in criminal and civil matters within the States of Alabama and Florida.

Brian's family has deep roots in Auburn stretching back generations.

I help adult children and parents protect the future of their loved ones.

40 years of legal and business experience; A businessman who knew the law; A lawyer who knows business; Founder of The Sheffield Workers Comp Fund; Former CEO of Accident Insurance Company; 15 years of corporate and general legal experience.

James Parrish Coleman was born on August 23, 1955, in Jackson Mississippi. He and his wife live in Silverhill, Ala. Mr. Coleman is a 1977 graduate of Loyola University with a degree in Journalism. He worked as a newspaper reporter, operated his family's marine supply business and was a sales representative for a large manufacturer before attending law school at Birmingham School of Law, while working full time. He graduated from Birmingham School of Law in 2006 and started work as an associate at Murchison & Howard, LLC in Foley, Ala. He opened his own firm in July...

Chris Brodie received his Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Management in 2005 from Faulkner University. Chris received his Juris Doctor in 2008 from Faulkner University's Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, where he successfully completed 20 hours of mediation training and fulfilled the necessary coursework to receive a certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution. Chris also participated in the School's Family Violence Clinic, which allowed him to represent clients in abusive family relationships to obtain orders that enable them to find safety, to protect their children and to establish more peaceful lives. Chris was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in...

From our offices in downtown Fairhope, Ham & Associates, LLC, is prepared to offer experienced and effective representation for matters involving family law, business law, probate law, criminal defense and more. We are more than your lawyers, we are your neighbors. The families of our attorneys have strong roots in the community, going as far back as the 1800s, and we understand how to operate effectively in the Alabama state courts as well as the Mobile and Baldwin area municipal courts. Our friendly staff will guide you every step of the way through your legal matter. Put our experience and our...

Richard C. Duell III maintains an active presence in the state, national and international legal communities advocating client's rights through a number of organizational and committee memberships. Mr. Duell is well respected by his colleagues having received a rating of "AV" by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating from the universally recognized legal referral source. Richard C. Duell III received his Doctor of Jurisprudence at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University and his undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Auburn University. He has published numerous articles and speaks often on commercial and franchising law. Mr. Duell was on the panel...

Jacy graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Criminal Justice. After enlisting as a paralegal in the Air National Guard, she earned her law degree from Southern Illinois University School of Law. Upon earning Top Graduate of her class at Air Force Officer Training School, Jacy commissioned as a Judge Advocate (JAG) in the Air National Guard. At the Air Force Judge Advocate Staff Officer Course, she won the “Excellence in Advocacy Competition” for demonstrating the greatest skill and ability as a trial lawyer among all students. At our firm, she represents clients in several...

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP - Birmingham Office Head Labor and Employment

The Law Office of Michael Tonder, P.C., provides representation to clients along the Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida Gulf Coast who are having difficulty with governmental agencies, such as Social Security Disability/SSI/Children's SSI, Veteran Compensation claims, School District Special Education Disputes, and Immigration cases. Navigating these cases can be confusing to someone not familiar with governmental agencies. There are numerous statutes, regulations, agency rulings, procedural requirements, and case law that make the process overwhelming. The Law Office of Michael Tonder, P.C., guides you through the process every step of the way.