William Barnwell "Barnes" Heyward

Mr. Rodgers has always had a client-first mind set. The son of an attorney, Chris learned first-hand what it takes to create the best possible outcomes for those he defends. He witnessed the results of hard work, longer hours, and strategic planning. He learned the value of building quality relationships and the personal reward of advocating for others. When he joined the Lanier Ford law firm in 2019, Mr. Rodgers brought with him the same dedication. He concentrates his practice in the areas ...

Leslie has more than twenty years of experience representing and advising clients in matters involving commercial real estate, finance, economic development, and related corporate issues.

Stephen is a member of Butler Snow’s Labor and Employment practice group. He is an experienced immigration attorney who works closely with his clients to develop strategies to maximize their immediate and long-term immigration plans. Stephen represents businesses and professionals in numerous industries, including technology, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, higher education and biotechnology.

Chris Wooten is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Chris practices law in Huntsville, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized Chris Wooten 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 Chris Wooten is held by other lawyers.

David is a member of Butler Snow’s Labor and Employment group. For over 30 years, David has been on the front lines with employers, helping them face the myriad of legal challenges and risk management decisions that confront them. As a result, David has handled a wide variety of lawsuits in federal and state courts across the country. David has tried cases ranging from employment, trademark, and commercial disputes to real estate, premises liability, and serious workplace injury cases.

Scott W. Faulkner is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Tax Law. Scott W. practices law in Huntsville, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized Scott W. Faulkner 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 Scott W. Faulkner is held by other lawyers.

David Hodge, a Madison County native, grew up on his family’s cotton farm near New Market, where he learned the value of hard work. He earned his law degree with honors from the University of Alabama in 2000 after graduating from Samford University, where he was active on the debate team. After clerking for a U.S. District Court judge and spending a decade at a Birmingham law firm, Hodge returned home in 2010 to launch his current practice. He focuses on products-liability cases, mass t...

Joe King was born and raised in Huntsville, Alabama, and returned to practice law in his hometown after earning his B.S. in biology and J.D. from the University of Alabama, where he studied on a full academic scholarship. Known for his honesty with clients, King believes in building trust by clearly sharing both the strengths and weaknesses of each case. His straightforward approach has helped him secure numerous verdicts and settlements, including one of Alabama’s largest wrongful deat...

C. Gregory Burgess is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Municipal and Litigation - Patent. C. Gregory practices law in Huntsville, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized C. Gregory Burgess 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 C. Gregory Burgess is held by other lawyers.

Mr. Knox has experience representing clients before the trial and appellate courts of Alabama, as well as before the federal courts. His appellate practice includes oral arguments before the Alabama Supreme Court and the filing of briefs before the United States Supreme Court. Although his practice is mainly devoted to professional liability litigation, he has experience in commercial and contract litigation, as well as products liability actions.