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Lightfoot, Franklin & White LLC is a trial and appellate firm serving clients nationwide. Lightfoot, Franklin & White: When it matters. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.

Lightfoot’s trial attorneys handle demanding and complex cases in Alabama and throughout the country. Whether you are seeking zealous representation in a high-stakes business, catastrophic injury or death case, a seasoned defense in a nationwide class action, appellate counsel to handle the appeal of a runaway jury verdict, or coordinating counsel for cases pending around the country, we can help.

LEGAL NOTICE
To the extent the State Bar Rules of a jurisdiction require us to designate a principal office and/or a single attorney responsible for this site, the firm designates its office in Birmingham, Alabama as its principal office and designates Wynn M. Shuford as the attorney responsible for this site. Unless specifically noted, the attorneys are not Board Certified in the areas of law in which they practice. No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

08/13/2026

We’re proud of partner Ashby Pate, reappointed to a second six-year term on the Birmingham Airport Authority board of directors. Ashby has served on the board since 2020 and has chaired it since 2024.

His work at the airport includes guiding the Parking Modernization Plan and supporting community projects, including a mural tribute to Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth in Concourse B.

"It's a privilege to keep serving Birmingham in this role," said Ashby. "We have real momentum at the airport right now, and I'm glad to be part of continuing that work."

For more on Ashby’s contributions to the airport, see our website: https://www.lightfootlaw.com/news-insights/ashby-pate-reappointed-to-birmingham-airport-authority-board-of-directors

08/10/2026

Please join us in congratulating Lightfoot managing partner Wes Gilchrist on being selected for Leadership Alabama’s Class ###VI.

One of Alabama’s most competitive leadership programs, Leadership Alabama brings together leaders from diverse sectors to explore issues affecting Alabama’s communities, economy and future. Over the coming year, participants will engage in forums, discussions and site visits focused on understanding and addressing challenges facing the state.

Wes follows Lightfoot’s former managing partner Melody Eagan, senior counsel Elizabeth Huntley and executive director Warren Nash, all alumni of the program.

We are proud to see Wes recognized among this outstanding group of leaders and look forward to following his Leadership Alabama journey.

https://www.lightfootlaw.com/news-insights/lightfoot-managing-partner-wes-gilchrist-selected-for-leadership-alabama-class-###vi

08/03/2026

Retained just four weeks before an expedited hearing, partner Clint Speegle secured a significant penalty reduction for Alabama State University in an NCAA infractions case.

Due to Clint’s efforts, the NCAA Committee on Infractions downgraded the violation against Alabama State from Level I Aggravated to Level I Mitigated, the lowest classification available in the case. Under the decision, the football program will pay only the minimum financial penalty of $30,000 plus 1% of the football program's budget and serve three years of probation — with no impact on the team’s eligibility to compete.

Read more about this success on our website: https://www.lightfootlaw.com/news-insights/lightfoot-secures-significant-penalty-reduction-in-ncaa-infractions-case-against-alabama-state-university

07/29/2026

Congratulations to partner Michael Bell on his induction as a Fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers at the organization's 2026 Mid-Year Meeting in Yountville, California.

Founded in 1954, the Academy recognizes leading trial lawyers on both sides of the bar for their skill, experience, ethics and civility.

Mike is now a Fellow of three of the most selective organizations in the legal profession — the American College of Trial Lawyers, the American Bar Foundation and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers. Mike focuses his practice on complex civil litigation, including wrongful death, class actions, commercial disputes, product liability, consumer fraud and automotive litigation. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation.

Read more about this honor on our website: https://www.lightfootlaw.com/news-insights/michael-bell-inducted-as-a-fellow-of-international-academy-of-trial-lawyers

07/28/2026

We had the best kind of afternoon at the firm on July 22!

Lightfoot partnered with Magic Moments to celebrate Gracie, a 7-year-old from Moody who lives with Williams Syndrome, congenital heart disease, pulmonary artery stenosis and other significant medical challenges. We threw her a pink princess party and surprised her with a video message from Mickey, Minnie and some of her favorite characters, letting her know she's going to Disney World in April!

Gracie met Olaf, ate cookie cake, opened presents and chatted with some of our attorneys and staff about her big trip.

Gracie, we loved celebrating with you. Have the most magical time at Disney!

07/27/2026

Ten years of WOLF!

At "Earned Favorites," our 10th annual Women of Lightfoot summer event, six of our attorneys each shared a favorite thing they reach for when things get hard and the lesson that came with it. Every item came with a truth, and every attendee went home with the one that spoke to her, from gratitude journals to gardening gloves.

Thank you to the clients, judges, business leaders and friends who joined us for an evening of learning, reflection and connection. See you next year!

For more on the Earned Favorites event, including what each of our six attorneys shared, see our website: https://www.lightfootlaw.com/news-insights/lightfoots-wolf-hosts-10th-annual-womens-event-earned-favorites

06/29/2026

Welcome to the 2026 class of Lightfoot summer clerks!

This year’s group of 17 law students will spend six weeks in Birmingham gaining hands-on litigation experience, attending depositions, observing trials and working on real client matters, along with training and mentorship throughout the program.

For more on this talented group, visit our website:
https://www.lightfootlaw.com/news-insights/lightfoot-announces-2026-summer-clerks

06/24/2026

Lightfoot partner Brian Kappel recently presented “College Sports Chaos: The CSC, the NCAA, and What’s Next for Your Favorite Team” at the Alabama Defense Lawyers Association Annual Meeting.

A former Academic All-American at Princeton and Minor League pitcher, Brian now advises colleges, coaches and student-athletes on the legal issues transforming college athletics, including NIL rights, the House v. NCAA settlement, the role of the new College Sports Commission and the growing number of NCAA eligibility lawsuits.

For more, see our website: https://www.lightfootlaw.com/news-insights/brian-kappel-presents-on-the-rapidly-changing-legal-landscape-of-college-athletics-at-adla-annual-meeting

06/18/2026

At our 2025 Client Roundtable, Grant Bryan took attendees inside “My Criminal Mind,” a presentation that connected lessons he learned from over a decade as a criminal prosecutor to civil litigation strategy.

From building every case around admissible evidence to investigating relentlessly and providing jurors with multiple paths to consensus, his insights revealed how a prosecutor’s mindset can enhance any case.

Read the full summary of his presentation along with a recap of the rest of the event here: https://www.lightfootlaw.com/our-work/top-takeaways-from-lightfoots-third-client-roundtable

06/15/2026

Please join us in congratulating Lightfoot partner Terry McCarthy on receiving the Alabama State Bar President’s Award for 2026.

The award honors lawyers who have demonstrated outstanding service to the legal profession and their communities, and is given to just two lawyers per year. Throughout his career, Terry has been a trusted trial and appellate advocate, a respected authority on Alabama evidence law and a leading contributor to legal scholarship.

We are proud to see Terry’s contributions recognized with this distinguished honor.

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400 20th Street N
Birmingham, AL
35203

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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http://www.lightfootlaw.com/

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