When you need an attorney in Alexander City & Dadeville, Alabama, you should be sure to choose someone you can trust. Derrick Blythe Attorney at Law provides empathetic, aggressive legal representation for clients facing difficult family, criminal and civil issues. Reach out to Derrick Blythe Attorney at Law today to get started on your case.

Richard S. Jaffe is the founding and senior partner at Jaffe, Hanle, Whisonant & Knight, P.C. in Birmingham, Alabama. With 40+ years of experience, he has tried hundreds of jury trials and represented thousands of clients in both state and federal courts—including professionals from judges to CEOs—delivering fierce, respectful representation while collaborating closely with his exceptional legal team. Additionally, Mr. Jaffe is singular nationally as the only attorney to lead new trials that resulted in the exoneration of three death-row prisoners, and has defended six federal death-penalty cases, including for the Olympic Park bomber Eric Robert Rudolph. He holds top peer-reviewed recognitions, including multiple “Lawyer of the Year” awards from Best Lawyers, longstanding inclusion in Super Lawyers, an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. He’s also served in leadership roles within major criminal defense associations.

Alexander Shunnarah, founder and CEO of Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys, realizes that the legal industry is not one size fits all. He strives to provide his clients with the resources to level the playing field and achieve fair compensation from their Goliath opponents daily. While he was born and raised in Birmingham, Alexander’s parents risked everything they had to bring his family to the United States and take advantage of the American Dream. He believes that being an attorney allows him to safeguard the very freedoms his parents believed in and came here for, from economic and political freedoms to cultural and religious liberties. By offering his clients the legal knowledge to achieve maximum recovery for their injuries, Alexander encourages them to pursue the rights and privileges that he believes should be afforded to all Americans. Before he began his legal career, Alexander and his father experimented with several different business ventures, learning valuable lessons in marketing, leadership, and the overall struggles of business operations. Shunnarah utilized his knowledge to establish Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys in 2001, with the aim of connecting with potential clients and inspiring his lawyers with his unwavering belief in the fairness and justice that our country offers. Along with demonstrating his immense enthusiasm for the law, Alexander was bold enough to develop a brand awaress and marketing strategy that enabled his company to reach and practice across Alabama and nationwide. By providing clients with financial resources, a supportive infrastructure, and a commitment to ethics, Alexander has built a dedicated team of legal professionals and staff who work in a congenial and cooperative environment to achieve these goals. Each attorney has an unshakeable belief in the mission of Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys and provides their clients with unsurpassed legal counsel. Currently, Alexander resides in Vestavia with his three daughters. He is actively involved with Church of the Highlands. Alexander has practiced personal injury law throughout Alabama and nationwide since 1996, focusing on car and truck accidents, premises liability, product liability, workplace injuries, wrongful death, and mass torts.

Julian Hendrix is a practicing lawyer in the state of Alabama. Attorney Hendrix received his J.D. from the Birmingham School of Law.

Yu Huang is a personal injury trial lawyer serving clients across Central Alabama including Hoover, Birmingham, Bessemer, and surrounding areas. He brings a strategic approach to complex litigation and comprehensive understanding of insurance defense tactics, allowing him to effectively counter their attempts to minimize compensation and secure maximum recovery for his clients in car accidents, truck collisions, and catastrophic injury cases. A Cumberland School of Law graduate, Yu has successfully represented clients in serious motor vehicle accidents, including multi-vehicle collisions, commercial truck accidents, and catastrophic injury cases. He combines meticulous case preparation with aggressive advocacy to build compelling arguments that deliver results in both settlement negotiations and courtroom trials. Yu's clients appreciate his direct communication style and unwavering commitment to their cases. He treats every client with respect and ensures their voices are heard throughout the legal process, fighting relentlessly to secure the full compensation they deserve.

James Atkinson is a practicing lawyer in the state of Florence, AL.

Myesha Harrell, Esquire, brings a rare blend of determination, curiosity, and compassion to her role as Managing Attorney for Alabama at LLG National Law Group. From an early age, she set her sights on a future in advocacy. When a pageant judge once asked what she wanted to be when she grew up, she confidently answered that she would become a lawyer, a mathematician, and an engineer. That early ambition shaped a lifelong commitment to pursuing knowledge, helping others, and challenging systems that leave people without a fair chance. Her drive to practice law deepened over time as she watched friends face a justice system that did not treat them equitably. That experience left a lasting impression and strengthened her resolve to become a voice for people who are often overlooked or underestimated. Today, she channels that purpose into every case she takes on, especially when a client is up against a powerful institution that has caused harm. Knowing she can help someone recover after being wronged is what fuels her work at LLG National Law Group. Before entering the legal field, Myesha built a successful career in engineering and quality systems, most recently serving as a Manufacturing Quality Engineer for Pfizer. In that role, she introduced new quality programs, led audits, conducted root cause analysis, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency and safety. Her background in data-driven problem-solving and regulatory compliance gives her a unique edge when analyzing complex matters and preparing legal strategies. Her legal experience includes roles as a Research Assistant at Southern University Law Center, a Legal Intern with Edgecombe County's District Attorney's Office, and a Congressional Law Intern for Congressman G. K. Butterfield. These positions helped her refine her research and writing abilities, which she now considers among her greatest strengths. She has received recognition for her writing, contributed research for a law review article, and consistently approaches legal issues with both precision and creativity. Clients appreciate Myesha for her thoughtful communication, her focus, and her calm, grounded approach. She thrives when she is trusted to do her work without unnecessary oversight, which allows her to fully immerse herself in a case and deliver thorough, well-supported results. Away from her desk, she enjoys traveling, reading, writing, trying new foods, and spending quality time with her child. Myesha brings her full self to her work, combining technical skill, legal insight, and genuine care for the people she serves. Her path has taken many forms, but each step reflects the same purpose she named as a child: to grow, to learn, and to use her abilities to make a real difference.

Joseph R. Kemp, a lifelong resident of Alabama, is a graduate of The Cumberland School of Law at Samford University (1992) and the University of Alabama (1989). Joe began practicing law in 1992. In 1996, he formed the law office of Joseph R. Kemp, P.C. in Pell City, Alabama. He relocated his office to Leeds in 2015, and in March 2019 he was pleased to join the firm of Hill, Gossett, Kemp, Barrentine & Seay, P.C. Joe has held leadership positions in prominent legal organizations, having served on the board of trustees for a committee in the Alabama State Bar and as president of the St. Clair County Bar Association. In addition, he was appointed to the Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities in Governor Bob Riley’s Administration. Joe has been an active member of the Rotary Club and the Chamber of Commerce. He and his family are members of Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church. Joseph Kemp is married to Skyla C. Kemp. They have three children, one dog, four goats and a few chickens.

As a Bankruptcy Attorney at the Loris Law Firm, my mission is to learn and understand my Clients’ needs and the external factors affecting them so that I can aggressively and professionally represent them throughout the legal process. I clearly communicate my legal knowledge and experience, thereby enabling my Clients to make a well-informed decision for themselves. My approach is to provide a personalized Attorney-Client relationship based on each Client’s unique concerns and requirements. My philosophy is based on the commitment to provide experienced advice to my Clients. I am dedicated to full value for every dollar invested in legal services. My Clients can expect prompt personal service and uncompromising, quality legal representation delivered in a cost-effective manner. At the Loris Law Firm, I am constantly seeking to improve my performance in order to be prepared for the challenges facing my Clients. I keep pace with the latest innovations in the delivery of legal services by continually investing in training and technology. My work environment is based on diligent work effort, community involvement and a commitment to the legal profession.

For over Twenty-Five (25) years, Matt Abbott, “The Outlawyer®,” proudly represents the legal needs of those with personal injury and wrongful death claims. He focuses on the litigation areas of tractor-trailer accidents, automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bus accidents, slip and fall accidents, and defective product liability. In short, Matt is a “real deal” trial lawyer who makes insurance companies pay full value on claims they don’t want to. He and his legal team strive to make sure his clients are informed, educated, and up to speed on their cases, so they have all the information needed to make informed decisions about their claim. His goal is to ensure clients feel as comfortable as they can throughout the insurance claim and litigation process. No case is too large nor too small for Matt. When insurance companies won’t do the right thing, Matt steps in to hold them accountable and make them pay. Matt grew up in Pell City, Alabama, and moved to Huntsville in 1987. He graduated from Grissom High School, where he was Drumline Captain for two (2) years and an award-winning Jazz Band drummer. Matt accepted a scholarship and played snare drum with the University of Alabama Million Dollar Band in 1992. After having “too much” fun, Matt came back to the Tennessee Valley as a scholarship drummer for the Calhoun Community College Jazz Band. During this time, Matt earned a living playing in rock bands throughout the Huntsville and Decatur areas while also working as a forklift operator for a lumber company. Matt graduated from Calhoun Community College with Honors before enrolling at Auburn University, where he completed his bachelor’s degree with Honors in 1997. In 2000, Matt graduated from the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University as Class President, where he excelled in the school’s trial advocacy program, earning multiple awards, including a National Championship in 2000. Matt was admitted to the State Bars of Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi, where he remains recognized to practice in all state and federal courts. Matt began his practice with a large Birmingham personal injury law firm in 2000. He went on to work at a smaller personal injury law firm in Pell City, Alabama, eventually opening his own personal injury law firm in 2007. Since that time, Matt has represented clients all over the state based out of his office in Birmingham, expanding with a second location in Huntsville to serve the needs of the Tennessee Valley in 2023. “The Outlawyer” is a registered trademark obtained in 2016 and used by Matt to capture/display his cavalier and independent spirit as a person, community leader, patriot, and lawyer for the people. In his spare time, Matt loves to hunt, fish, target shoot, attempt golf, experiment with cooking, and attend live music venues that serve cold beer. “If you believe in the USA, the red, white, and blue, fireworks, and the spirit of rock and roll, then I am the lawyer for you!” -Matt Abbott, The Outlawyer®