Leigh O'Dell
About Leigh O'Dell
Leigh O'Dell is a lawyer based in Montgomery, AL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. Leigh O'Dell is recognized in the following practice areas:
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Montgomery, Alabama
- Health Care Law
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Beasley, Allen, Crow, Methvin, Portis & Miles PC
Education: The University of Alabama, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Montgomery, AL
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