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John G. Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Labor and Employment, Litigation - Municipal and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. John G. practices law in Montgomery, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized John G. Smith since 2017. 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 John G. Smith is held by other lawyers.

Over the course of his career, Mr. Morgan has concentrated his practice in the area of civil defense work. He has handled hundreds of cases in the defense of municipalities, corporations, individuals, and insurance companies. In addition to various insurance companies, he has represented Winn-Dixie for almost 30 years and served as City Attorney for Montgomery for more than three years. His practice also includes defending municipalities and public officials in a multitude of actions, many of...

Caty H. Richardson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Caty H. practices law in Montgomery, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized Caty H. Richardson since 2023. 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 Caty H. Richardson is held by other lawyers.

Kyle Johnson is a shareholder in Capell & Howard, P.C. Kyle was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 1975 after receiving his Bachelor of Science degree from Auburn University, where he was a member of Omicron Delta Kappa. Kyle received his Juris Doctorate degree, magna cum laude, from the University of Alabama, where he was a Hugo L. Black Scholar and a member of the Order of the Coif. He also received his LL.M. in Taxation, with honors, from the University of Alabama. Kyle is a native o...

Timothy J. F. Gallagher is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Banking and Finance. Timothy J. F. practices law in Montgomery, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized Timothy J. F. Gallagher since 2025. 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 Timothy J. F. Gallagher is held by other lawyers.

Lister Hubbard, a native of Montgomery, was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 1980. He received an A.B.J., magna cum laude, from the University of Georgia, and a J.D from the University of Alabama School of Law as a Hugo L. Black Scholar. Lister concentrates his practice in the areas of construction law, public procurement law, environmental law and commercial litigation. As legal counsel for the Alabama AGC (Associated General Contractors), he drafted and facilitated passage of comprehens...

Louis Calligas is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Louis practices law in Montgomery, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized Louis Calligas since 2022. 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 Louis Calligas is held by other lawyers.

As a member of the Commercial Litigation Group, Mike focuses his practice on insurance defense, investigations and white collar crime. He serves as the team leader for the firm’s Catastrophic Events and Major Claims Group. His experience includes over 40 years of extensive civil litigation and courtroom experience in defending insurers in extra-contractual litigation.

Jeffrey W. Blitz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Jeffrey W. practices law in Montgomery, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffrey W. Blitz since 1995. 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 Jeffrey W. Blitz is held by other lawyers.

P. Andrew Laird, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Workers' Compensation Law - Employers. P. Andrew practices law in Montgomery, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized P. Andrew Laird, Jr. since 2020. 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 P. Andrew Laird, Jr. is held by other lawyers.