Edward L.D. Smith

Tom is an experienced attorney handling a diverse array of legal issues with a focus on civil defense litigation and trial work. He regularly practices in state and federal court defending clients in serious injury and wrongful death cases. His practice includes product liability defense, medical and professional liability defense, toxic tort litigation, premises liability, construction litigation and other civil defense matters. Tom is also experienced in defending governmental entities and ...

Joey Steadman is a partner in the Litigation Practice Group. Joey represents banks, financial institutions, and investors in commercial collection disputes and real estate matters in Alabama and Florida state courts. He also has defended municipal clients in civil litigation involving personal injury claims and land use disputes, as well as insurance companies in personal injury matters. Before joining Jones Walker, Joey served as a law clerk for the Honorable Charles A. Graddick, presiding j...

Celia J. Collins is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management, Litigation - Labor and Employment and Workers' Compensation Law - Employers. Celia J. practices law in Mobile, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized Celia J. Collins since 2006. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which C...

Steve Nicholas is part of an elite group of Alabama litigators known for their skill in handling Bet-the-Company cases. A big picture thinker, his work revolves around complex litigation claims including business disputes, class actions, mass torts and major construction disputes. Among his many noteworthy cases is representing thousands of business owners who filed lawsuits and claims in connection with the BP oil spill , an event that is deemed to be the worst environmental disaster in the ...

Toby Brown is a tenacious litigator who has obtained numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for his clients over the course of his career. Unwavering in his commitment, Toby has earned national recognition as a top trial attorney and is known for his work in representing clients during some of the most traumatic and transformational times in their lives. For over thirty years, he has successfully handled a wide variety of cases including medical malpractice, consumer products ...

Gabrielle E. Reeves is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Construction and Litigation - Insurance. Gabrielle E. practices law in Mobile, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized Gabrielle E. Reeves since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Gabrielle E. Reeves is held by other lawyers.

Focusing on strategic planning, motion practice, and appeals, Dave Wirtes has worked for over three decades helping our firm and our clients be successful in litigation. Dave’s efforts in Alabama, Mississippi, and throughout the Country help protect working men and women in ways most will never know. He has won many battles against powerful defendants and in the course of doing so helped change laws to give victims justice. He has been rated by Martindale Hubbell for decades as AV® ...

Karen practices civil litigation with a focus on the defense of medical malpractice claims. Karen also has extensive experience in appellate advocacy in state and federal appellate courts.

Elizabeth Darby Rehm is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Elizabeth Darby practices law in Mobile, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized Elizabeth Darby Rehm since 2012. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Elizabeth Darby Rehm is h...

Brie Zarzour's practice is concentrated in civil litigation, including product and professional liability, insurance coverage, trucking and construction law. She represents businesses and insurers in significant commercial and tort litigation. She also regularly works with regional and community-based financial institutions on litigation matters involving banking law. In addition, Brie works with personal representatives and trustees in the administration of estates and trusts. She has both d...