Michael Russ is a practicing lawyer in the state of Alabama. Attorney Russ received his J.D. from the Birmingham School of Law in 2017. The attorneys at Burns+Johnson have the experience you need on your side.

Joshua Paul Jones is a knowledgeable trial attorney with over seven years of courtroom experience. Mr. Jones started his own law firm in 2011 after practicing at both the Montgomery County District Attorney's office and the law firm of Beasley, Allen, Crow, Methvin, Portis & Miles, P.C. At Joshua Paul Jones, Attorney at Law, LLC we handle matters relating to criminal defense, domestic relations/family law, estate planning and business organization. Mr. Jones has taken over two-hundred criminal and civil cases to trial, spending thousands of hours in the courtroom. That courtroom experience is extremely valuable in handling any case. He has the ability to handle a variety of legal matters thanks to this experience in criminal and civil litigation. Before going to law school Mr. Jones attended Samford Universtiy on a track and field scholarship and was a four-year letterman competing in the decathlon. While at Samford he was also a member of the Sigma Nu fraternity holding several executive positions while there. Mr. Jones was also involved in the student body and was given Samford's "Hanging of the Green" senior leadership award. After graduating from Samford University in 2002 Mr. Jones worked at the law firm of Marsh, Rickard and Bryan, P.C. for one year before starting law school at Faulkner University's Jones School of Law. While in law school Mr. Jones was instrumental in trial team competition as well as a second year class officer. During law school he interned at Northwestern Mutual Insurance company and the Montgomery County District Attorney's office. Mr. Jones graduated from law school in 2006 and immediately took a position with the District Attorney's office prosecuting felony cases. From 2006-2011 Mr. Jones worked in several divisions of the Montgomery County District Attorney's office. He worked for two and a half years in the adult division of the DA's office prosecuting various violent, property and narcotics crimes. During that time Mr. Jones took over a dozen felony cases to trial in front of a jury. In addition he tried countless bench trials and misdemeanor cases. From there Mr. Jones was transferred to the juvenile division and continued to try felony and misdemeanor cases for another two years. After leaving the District Attorney's office Mr. Jones worked for the law firm of Beasley Allen in their toxic torts division. During his time at Beasley Allen Mr. Jones worked on the BP oil spill litigation before starting his own practice.

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

E. Nathan Harris is a distinguished attorney from the city of Hoover, Alabama.He graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law. He also has a degree in Marketing with a concentration in International Business, Magna Cum Laude, from the University of Alabama in Birmingham, AL. Mr. Harris is a member of the Alabama Bar Association, the Birmingham Bar Association and the Alabama Association for Justice. The graduate focuses on personal injury par excellence and is a leading advocate for minority rights in the Birmingham area. His decision to become a lawyer was natural. He always wanted to help people and realized that the best way was through law. After serving for a period of time as a legal assistant of the Constituent Assembly in Ecuador, the graduate completed an internship at his university related to the law of immigrants trying to sue for personal injuries. This aroused a deep appreciation and understanding towards Hispanics. This interest in defending the rights of undocumented immigrants and other minorities, are a unique specialization within the personal injury law and this has been their focus. Currently, Mr. Harris manages two fully bilingual law firms, one in Alabama and one in Tennessee. As a leader in your area, analyze how immigration status could affect a person’s legal status. Moreover, because immigration status is a concern for immigrants in personal injury cases, the firm has several immigration attorneys. Despite his achievements, Mr. Harris visualizes a successful future, and that is why he will continue to represent Hispanics and other minorities in Alabama and Tennessee.

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.

Attorney Stephen H. Jones has been in the practice of Law for over 20 years.

Bob has practiced law since 1995. He grew up in Hartselle, Alabama and graduated from Hartselle High School in 1987. He received an undergraduate degree in 1990 from the University of Alabama and his law degree from the University in 1995. He was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in September of 1995. Prior to law school, Bob served U. S. Senator Richard Shelby as Campaign Finance Director. While in law school, he was legal research assistant to Dean Charles Gamble, author of McElroy’s Alabama Evidence. He served as Vice-president of Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity. Bob was selected for publication in the Alabama Trial Lawyer’s Journal. His article entitled, “Making the Internet an Indispensable Part of Case Evaluation and Investigation” appeared in the Fall 1999 edition. He had previously delivered this topic at the 1999 ATLA Annual Summer Seminar. Bob was also appointed to be co-chair of the Automobile Law subcommittee of the American Bar Association. He served on the Executive Committee of the Alabama Trial Lawyers Association and moderates an online discussion group for Alabama Trial Lawyers.

Attorney Chris Joseph is part of the personal injury team at Nelson, Bryan & Cross, where he advocates for clients facing life-altering injuries from auto accidents, commercial trucking collisions, and other personal injury matters. He is dedicated to securing fair outcomes and helping clients navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives. A native of Orlando, Florida, Chris earned his undergraduate degree in Economics with a minor in Political Science from Florida State University. While at FSU, he was a proud member of the Marching Chiefs and had the honor of performing in the Rose Bowl Parade as a tuba player. Chris went on to earn his Juris Doctor from Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law. He is admitted to practice in Alabama and focuses on personal injury law, bringing both compassion and tenacity to every case he handles. His competitive spirit and analytical mindset continue to drive his success in advocating for injured clients.