Ralph D. "Rad" Gaines III
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2001 About Ralph D. Gaines III
Ralph D. Gaines III is a lawyer based in Birmingham, AL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2001. Ralph D. Gaines III is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Insurance
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Gaines Gault Hendrix PC
Education: The University of Alabama, J.D., graduated 1985
Location: Birmingham, AL
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