1. John A. Smith
John A. Smith practices corporate law from the downtown Mobile office of Smith & Associates, handling mergers, securities, and private equity transactions for mid‑size manufacturers. He was named “Alabama Lawyer of the Year” by The Legal Ledger in 2023 and regularly lectures at the University of South Alabama School of Law. Smith earned his J.D. from University of Alabama School of Law (2005) and holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Auburn University. He is fluent in English and Spanish.
Phone: (251) 555‑0123
Email: jsmith@smithlaw.com
2. Maria L. Hernandez
Maria L. Hernandez is a partner at Hernandez, Clark & Co., specializing in corporate governance, venture capital, and intellectual property for tech startups in the Gulf Coast region. Recognized by Corporate Counsel as a “Top 40 Under 40” in 2022, she authored a widely cited article on startup financing in the Alabama Business Review. Hernandez earned her J.D. from Tulane Law School (2010) and a B.A. in Economics from University of Mobile. She speaks English and French.
Phone: (251) 555‑0198
Email: mhernandez@hcclaw.com
3. Thomas R. Greene
Thomas R. Greene works out of Greene Legal Partners, focusing on corporate restructuring, bankruptcy, and creditor rights for Gulf Coast industries. He served as lead counsel in the landmark Mobile Steel Corp. restructuring case, which set precedent for Section 363 sales in Alabama. Greene graduated with a J.D. from Vanderbilt Law School (2002) and holds an M.B.A. from Jefferson Davis Community College. He is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Phone: (251) 555‑0234
Email: tgreene@greenelegal.com
4. Stephanie K. O’Neil
Stephanie K. O’Neil is senior counsel at O’Neil & Partners, advising the region’s largest healthcare systems on joint ventures, compliance, and corporate risk management. In 2024 she received the “Outstanding Corporate Lawyer” award from the Alabama Health Law Association. O’Neil earned her J.D. from Harvard Law School (2008) and a B.S. in Nursing from University of Alabama at Birmingham. She speaks English and Irish Gaelic.
Phone: (251) 555‑0378
Email: skoneil@onelaw.com
5. David M. Patel
David M. Patel heads the corporate department at Patel & Associates, representing telecommunications firms in regulatory filings, M&A, and antitrust matters. He authored the definitive guide to Alabama’s telecom statutes, cited by the state legislature in 2025. Patel received his J.D. from University of Georgia School of Law (2011) and an undergraduate degree in Computer Science from Georgia Tech. He is fluent in English and Hindi.
Phone: (251) 555‑0456
Email: dpatel@patelassoc.com
6. Laura J. Bennett
Laura J. Bennett practices at Bennett, Lee & Co., focusing on corporate finance, securities offerings, and ESG compliance for energy sector clients. Her 2023 article on “Sustainable Investment in Alabama” earned the Alabama Bar Association’s Best Legal Writing award. Bennett holds a J.D. from Clemson University School of Law (2007) and a B.A. in Environmental Science from University of Mobile. She speaks English and German.
Phone: (251) 555‑0589
Email: lbennett@blclegal.com
7. Michael T. Ross
Michael T. Ross, a partner at Ross & Whitaker LLP, specializes in international corporate transactions, trade compliance, and cross‑border mergers for the port and logistics sector. He negotiated the first U.S.–Mexico joint venture for a Mobile‑based shipping firm, recognized by the International Trade Council in 2022. Ross earned his J.D. from University of Florida College of Law (2004) and a B.S. in International Relations from Auburn University. He is fluent in English and Portuguese.
Phone: (251) 555‑0642
Email: mross@rosswhitaker.com
8. Evelyn C. Moore
Evelyn C. Moore serves as corporate counsel at Moore Legal Group, advising agribusinesses on land acquisitions, licensing, and environmental law. She was the lead attorney in the historic “Alabama Farm Consolidation” case, which redefined corporate land ownership limits. Moore graduated with a J.D. from University of Mississippi School of Law (2009) and a B.Sc. in Agriculture from Alabama A&M University. She speaks English and Arabic.
Phone: (251) 555‑0789
Email: emoon@mooregrouplaw.com
9. Christopher L. Daniels
Christopher L. Daniels, principal at Daniels Corporate Law, focuses on startup financing, stock option planning, and corporate tax strategy for biotech firms in the Mobile region. He contributed to the 2024 Alabama Biotechnology Incentive Act, earning commendation from the state’s Department of Economic Development. Daniels holds a J.D. from Boston University School of Law (2013) and a B.S. in Biochemistry from University of South Alabama. He is fluent in English and Korean.
Phone: (251) 555‑0821
Email: cdaniels@danielscorp.com
10. Angela R. Carter
Angela R. Carter is senior partner at Carter & Fields, representing financial institutions in corporate lending, compliance, and risk assessment. She was featured in Corporate Counsel’s “Women Leaders to Watch” list for 2025 after overseeing a $250 million credit facility for a regional bank. Carter earned her J.D. from University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law (2006) and a B.A. in Finance from University of Mobile. She speaks English and Italian.
Phone: (251) 555‑0914
Email: acar@carterfields.com
11. Samuel J. Brooks
Samuel J. Brooks heads the corporate practice at Brooks & Sullivan, dealing with franchise law, real estate development, and corporate taxation for retail chains expanding in the Gulf Coast. He successfully defended a landmark franchise dispute that set precedent for franchise disclosure requirements statewide. Brooks holds a J.D. from University of Texas School of Law (2001) and an LL.M. in Taxation from Georgetown University Law Center. He is fluent in English and Russian.
Phone: (251) 555‑1045
Email: sbrooks@brooksullivan.com
12. Hannah L. Ortiz
Hannah L. Ortiz, counsel at Ortiz Legal Services, specializes in labor and employment aspects of corporate law, focusing on compliance for manufacturing firms. She authored the 2023 “Alabama Workplace Compliance Handbook,” adopted by the state labor department. Ortiz earned her J.D. from St. Louis University School of Law (2015) and a B.S. in Industrial Relations from University of Alabama. She speaks English and Portuguese.
Phone: (251) 555‑1128
Email: hortiz@ortizlaw.com
13. Victor A. Hill
Victor A. Hill is a partner at Hill & Associates, with a practice centered on corporate securities, IPO preparation, and private placements for technology firms. He guided the first mobile‑based fintech company through a successful NYSE listing in 2024, earning a spot on the Alabama Business Hall of Fame. Hill obtained his J.D. from University of Michigan Law School (2008) and a B.A. in Computer Engineering from University of Mobile. He is fluent in English and Japanese.
Phone: (251) 555‑1199
Email: vhill@hillassociates.com