Mary Margaret Bailey, President | | |
August 2026
Volume LX, Issue 8
In This Issue...
August Luncheon.....................Page 2
Joint Social...............................Page 4
CLEs.........................................Page 8
Senior Lawyers.........................Page 11
Lawyer Well-being....................Page 12
Young Lawyers.........................Page 14
MBA Women Lawyers..............Page 15
Significant Decisions................Page 16
Remember When.....................Page 17
SAVLP......................................Page 18
Lawyers in the News................Page 19
Mobile Bar Foundation.............Page 21
Birthdays..................................Page 25
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2026 OFFICERS
President - Mary Margaret K. Bailey
President-Elect - Sidney W. Jackson, III
Vice President - Gordon G. Armstrong, III
Secretary - Jennifer L. Susman
Treasurer - David D. Anthony
Asst. Treasurer - Christopher L. Nixon
Executive Director - Ann Forbes
Editor - Michael D. Strasavich
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President’s Message
Make the Most of Your Membership: Get Out of the Office and Have Fun!
If you’re not yet convinced that attending Mobile Bar Association membership meetings and socials is good for your career, then consider that such events may be good for your health. In previous columns, I’ve covered how getting together with other lawyers presents valuable opportunities for networking and mentoring. There are less obvious benefits too, such as stress reduction, prevention of burnout, and increased productivity. Let me explain.
The legal profession can be demanding and, at times, isolating. Heavy workloads and significant time pressures leave little time for interaction with our peers. The resulting sense of detachment is amplified for those who work remotely or have a solo practice. Technology often exacerbates the problem. An increased reliance on electronic communication has contributed to a loss of personal connections. Lawyers are spending less time interacting face-to-face with clients, opposing counsel, and judges. A large portion of our communications are now via email or text rather than in-person or over the phone.
The adversarial nature of the legal system can be exciting, but it also adds another layer of stress. In our work as lawyers, we’re always either anticipating future conflict or dealing with present day conflict. We frequently speak of our dealings with other lawyers in terms of warfare – going into battle against opposing counsel to gain victory on behalf of our client. This combative atmosphere combined with the high stakes inherent in legal work can lead to heightened stress and burnout.
What can be done to manage the stress and reduce the risk of burnout? I believe that bar meetings and socials play an important role. These events provide an ideal setting to establish friendships that will lessen the stress of practicing law in our adversarial system. Being part of a local bar association facilitates community among lawyers facing similar challenges. Whether through informal gatherings or structured events, you can find a network of individuals who understand your struggles and successes, which is essential for overall well-being and mental health. Taking time to develop collegial relationships with other lawyers, especially with opposing counsel, can improve the quality of your work life. This is not a new concept. A character in Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, advises: “And do as adversaries do in law, strive mightily, but eat and drink as friends.”
Two upcoming MBA events present perfect opportunities to blow off steam by hanging out with your peers in a relaxed, non-adversarial setting. This month’s Membership Meeting will be held on Friday, August 14, in the decidedly more casual setting of Moe’s Original BBQ Downtown. The program will connect law with the always entertaining topic of college football. And, mark your calendar for the upcoming Slip Into Fall Joint Social with the Baldwin County Bar Association on Thursday, September 10 at Ralph & Kacoos on the Causeway. You’ll have an opportunity to connect with lawyers from both sides of the bay while enjoying food, beverages, and live music. Be sure to watch for other stress-relieving activities sponsored by the Lawyer Well-being Committee.
Everyone needs a break. Late nights and weekends spent in the office are commonplace for legal professionals. Making time to attend MBA events such as these will get you out of the office and give you a chance to recharge your battery. Your work will benefit from the time away because you’ll come back with a clearer head and a sense of connectivity and accomplishment after catching up with legal colleagues, engaging in casual conversation with local judges, and even making a few new acquaintances. Such in-person interactions are invaluable, both professionally and personally.
So, you see, there are health reasons for prioritizing attendance at MBA meetings and socials. It can seem like a chore when you’re making yourself put work aside, get up from your desk, and head out the door for a bar event, but once there you may actually have fun. And, who can’t use a little more of that?
Contact me at mmb@frazergreene.com to share ideas on improving existing events and suggestions for new events the MBA should consider offering.
Sincerely,
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Mary Margaret Bailey
Mobile Bar Association, 2026 President
| | AUGUST MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON | | |
SO WE ARE PREPARED FOR YOU, PLEASE REGISTER BY MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026.
We will have two speakers during the August Luncheon
Ty Singletary, University of South Alabama, Assistant Athletic Director, Compliance will give an update on the NIL in college sports.
Tommy Hicks, Lagniappe Sports Editor will share prognostications for the 2026 football season.
You will receive 0.5 CLE credit for attending.
Thank you to our Sponsor: Lagniappe
| | By Ann Forbes, Executive Director | | |
Happy August! Here at Mobile Bar Association headquarters, we have spent the summer planning for the remainder of the year, and we have something for everyone. We start on Friday, August 14 with the August Luncheon. It will have a more casual atmosphere at Moe’s but will still have the traditional football theme. Click here to register. Also, in Daya Naef’s article, be sure to check out this fall’s CLE schedule. Registration for all the upcoming CLEs will be available on the MBA website in the coming days.
On Thursday, September 10, the Mobile Bar Association will host a joint social with the Baldwin County Bar Association from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Ralph and Kacoo’s on the Causeway. There will be beverages (two drink tickets for attendees), hors d’oeuvres, and music by Symone French. Significant others are welcome, and the event is free, compliments of our sponsors: Veritext, Donna Henderson, and Carr, Riggs, and Ingram. During the event, there will be a Silent Auction to benefit the Mobile Bar Foundation. If you have a great item that you would like to donate to the Silent Auction, please contact Gaby Reeves by email at gereeves@csattorneys.com. It will be a fun night to connect and collaborate with the Baldwin County Bar Association members. Click here to register.
Another item we have worked on during the summer is the MBA website. We are trying to make it easier for you to sign in and make updates to your profile. Below are a few reminders on how to sign in to the website:
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To Get the MBA Member Rate: Please sign in to your profile before registering for an event. If you are a member of the Mobile Bar, you already have a profile on the website. For signing in, you will have a username and password. You can reset your password at any time. If you do not know your log-in credentials, please contact MBA headquarters, as we are happy to assist. Also, make sure your legal assistant has access to your log-in credentials.
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To Update Your MBA Profile: Your log-in credentials also give you access to update your member profile. Please help us by keeping your information as up to date as possible. We are maintaining a website with more than 1,100 member records on a daily basis, so your assistance is greatly appreciated.
In the coming months, your member profile pages on the MBA website will have a new look and a few additional updates, so be on the lookout for these enhancements. I will be sharing more information about this soon.
Have a great August. I look forward to seeing you at our next event.
| | LOOKING AHEAD TO SEPTEMBER | | By Daya Naef, CLE Committee Co-Chair | | |
A Fall CLE Lineup Built for Today's Practice
One of the goals of the Mobile Bar Association CLE Committee is simple: provide programming that's practical, timely, and worth stepping away from the office to attend. Looking at this fall's schedule, I think we've accomplished that and more!
We kick things off on Thursday, September 24 with Inside Arbitration: Strategy, Process, and Practice. This will feature an experienced panel discussion that goes beyond the rules to explore what actually drives successful arbitration outcomes.
Tuesday October 6 will be The Do’s and Don’ts for Lawyers Practicing 10 Years or Less, led by the Mentoring Committee in conjunction with the CLE Committee.
On Thursday, October 15, we'll turn our attention to one of the fastest-changing areas of the profession with the panel: AI in Law Practice: What Works, What Doesn't, and What's Next. This will focus on the practical, ethical, and strategic use of artificial intelligence in the practice of law. Whether you're already using AI or just beginning to explore it, this session is designed to provide practical guidance rather than hype.
Then, on Thursday, October 29, we're excited to welcome nationally recognized trial attorney Andy Citrin, hosting in conjunction with the Mobile Bar Association, for an extended half-day program on advocacy and trial practice, with a Young Lawyers Social to follow.
The fall CLE schedule continues on Monday, November 16, when we present Justice with Purpose, an inside look at Mobile County's specialty courts. In December, we'll close out the year with two outstanding programs: CLE by the Hour on Thursday, December 3, which offers a full day of CLE credits, followed by Approaching the Bench on Tuesday, December 15, where members of the bench and bar will share practical insights into effective trial advocacy.
Whether your interests are litigation, emerging technology, judicial insight, or professional development, this year's lineup reflects our commitment to delivering CLEs that are practical, relevant, and immediately applicable. We look forward to seeing you this fall.
Suggestions for next year? Reach out to Daya Naef at 504-669-1020 or daya@thesuccesspartner.com.
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Bankruptcy Section
Lunch and Learn
Tuesday August 11, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
CLE credit: 1.0 hour
Lunch sponsor: Stichter Riedel Blain & Postler
The link to reserve a lunch will be available soon.
Location: Federal Courthouse | Jury Assembly Room | 155 Saint Joseph Street
| | By Celia Collins, Senior Lawyers Committee Co-Chair | | |
Attention Seasoned Lawyers!
Are you a Baby Boomer or a member of the newly-recognized “Generation Jones” (those born between 1954 and 1965)? If so, this is for you.
The Mobile Bar Association has long supported affinity groups representing segments of our membership - Young Lawyers, Women Lawyers, and numerous practice area sections. The Senior Lawyers have been left out.
Former MBA President Forrest Latta recognized this gap in representation during his presidency, and he planted the seed to create a special group for the more mature and experienced age bracket. Building on his start, President Bailey has created a new Senior Lawyers Committee. The thinking behind its creation is that, collectively, the lawyers who have recently retired, or will be retiring in the next several years, are a treasure trove of experience and knowledge. This committee will consider ways that our bar, and the lawyers practicing in it, can benefit from them.
Pete Mackey and I are serving as co-chairs, and have been tasked with bringing senior lawyers together to brainstorm about ways to keep this segment of the legal community involved. Participation is open to anyone old enough to remember Thursday nights at Trinity’s or Crockmier’s on Florida Street. Initial thoughts are some low-key lunches and early happy hours, but we want ideas from you. We’ll schedule our first meeting in the next month or so. Look for the announcement. Non-members are welcome, but only MBA members will get notices, so please invite your friends and colleagues who are not members. Stay tuned for the place, time, and date of the inaugural meeting. If you have any ideas or are interested in serving on the committee, contact Pete by email at psmackey@bcmlawyers.com or Celia by email at cjc@johnstoneadams.com.
| | By Beth Rehm, Lawyer Well-being Committee Co-Chair | | |
A Little Play, A Lot of Hope: How Human Connection Changes Shelter Dogs’ Lives
Walking down a row of metal cages at the City of Mobile Animal Shelter, it is impossible not to notice how quickly dogs come alive when someone approaches. Tails wag, paws press against the bars, and eager faces seem to light up with hope. The eager faces all seem to say “Pick me! Pick me! Pick me!” For many dogs, those few seconds of human interaction are the best part of the day. And sometimes there is a dog or two that just stays in the corner lacking the enthusiasm of the others.
Not every shelter visit has to involve a long walk. On hot days, a short play session in the shade or fenced-in play area can be just as valuable. A few minutes of fetch or gentle petting gives a dog mental stimulation, reduces stress, and offers a welcome break from kennel life. Trust me -- it will always be rewarding for you as well.
For those dogs that seem so afraid and are not jumping at the sight of a human entering the kennel area, someone choosing to play with them is special. A soft voice, a treat, or simply sitting nearby outside can help a fearful dog begin to trust people again. For dogs that have known neglect, abandonment, or uncertainty, that kind of attention can make a real difference. I generally choose to play with those sad dogs. Once coaxed out of their kennel, and in a collar, that sad dog generally opens up within a minute.
Our interactions with all the shelter dogs allow the dogs to show their true personalities to potential adopters. That little extra attention makes the dogs put their best paw forward when meeting a potential adopter or someone looking to foster. I’m happy to say that three of the initially sad dogs that I have walked were adopted within a week. Our attention can truly help man’s (and woman’s) best friend.
I would like to give a special shoutout to a few particular lawyers, even though many have helped. Thank you to Judge Hardesty and to Jeremy Taylor (along with his family), who have not only participated on the third Saturday of the month, but have gone often. All are true dog lovers. The commitment of Jeremy and his family to the City of Mobile Animal Shelter is longstanding, as they have adopted many dogs and are currently fostering. And we know Judge Hardesty quietly helped Gucci in so many ways, and he continues to actively visit the shelter.
For one lucky dog, your attention may be the first step toward finding a forever home.
You can also help the City of Mobile Animal Shelter by clicking here and visiting their Amazon Wish List.
Please join us on Saturday, August 15 at 10:00 a.m. for our next Dog Walking. Additional information is down below.
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Lawyer Well-being Upcoming Activities
What: Dog Walking
When: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Where: City of Mobile Animal Shelter
Address: 855 Owens Street
Time: 10:00 a.m.
What: Fall Bird Watching
When: TBA
Where: Dauphin Island, AL
| | | | By Rachel Holt, Young Lawyers Section President | | |
It has been a busy summer with several of our members involved in different events and conferences. As we begin to transition from summer to fall, go ahead and mark your calendars for the below events:
Thursday, September 10, 2026 – The Mobile Bar Association will be hosting a joint social with the Baldwin County Bar Association from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Ralph and Kacoo’s on the Causeway. This will be a great night to meet others in both bar associations, so please register for this event!
Thursday, October 29, 2026 – Andy Citrin’s office will be hosting their CLE event, followed by a social event at the Maritime Museum. Please register for this event!
As always, if you know someone who is not connected or you yourself want to be connected to our Young Lawyers section, please reach out to me and I am more than happy to help you get plugged in.
| | MOBILE BAY AREA WOMEN LAWYERS | | By Rachele Reis, Mobile Bay Area Women Lawyers President | | |
Our July rest is over and MBAWL is back!
We are teaming up with the Alabama State Bar Women’s Section for our August CLE again this year. Last year we learned challenges and tips from a panel of federal and state judges, and this year we are excited to present a “View from Behind the Bench” with a panel of federal courthouse employees from around the state. This virtual CLE will be held at noon on Tuesday, August 11, and is open to all! Look for the Zoom registration link soon!
Also, August’s lunch gathering will be on Tuesday, August 25 at noon at Cotton State BBQ (107 St. Francis St).
As always, if you have questions or if you wish to sponsor an event, teach a CLE, or make any suggestions, please email us at mbawomenlawyers@gmail.com. You can also join our Facebook group (MBA Women Lawyers) or follow our page on Facebook and Instagram (Mobile Bay Area Women Lawyers).
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For this month’s Significant Decisions, special recognition and thanks are due to the following summer law clerks for their review and preparation of the following case summaries:
Jace Weileman, Loyola University New Orleans College of Law c/o 2027
Sara Friedlander, University of Alabama School of Law c/o 2028
In Moore v. Capesius, No. SC-2026-0037 (Ala. June 26, 2026), the Supreme Court held* that a judgment creditor who timely requests an oral examination of a garnishee pursuant to Ala. Code § 6-6-450 is entitled to that examination before the garnishment is released. Although the corporate garnishee’s amended answer (styled a “Motion to Release Garnishment”) substantially complied with the affidavit requirement of Ala. Code § 6-6-451 because it was signed by counsel and contained the required information, the Supreme Court ultimately held that the trial court erred by immediately releasing the garnishment and depriving the creditor of the statutory right to test the garnishee’s factual assertions through oral examination.
*Two justices concurred in the opinion by Justice Sellers, and two justices concurred in the result.
In Harper v. Taylor, No. SC-2026-0444 (Ala. June 26, 2026), the Supreme Court held* that the “some credible evidence” test pursuant to Ala. Code § 43-8-196 in awarding attorney’s fees in the event of a failed will contest is a matter of sufficiency rather than credibility. The Main Opinion emphasized that the purpose of Ala. Code § 43-8-196 is not to punish will contestants who support their contests with sufficient evidence but who are nevertheless defeated, but to prevent frivolous and meritless contests. The Court reversed the trial court’s order that the contestant pay his opponent’s attorney’s fees, reasoning that although his contest had failed, it was nevertheless supported by sufficient evidence because the contestant produced enough evidence to put the question to a jury.
*Three justices concurred in a Per Curiam Opinion, with additional justices concurring in the result, concurring in part, dissenting in part, and dissenting.
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This installment of Remember When looks back on the history of Mobile’s federal courts, world events that drew local attention, summer sports, and a notable retirement.
Mobile’s Federal Courts
Federal law established Alabama’s federal courts and created the Southern District in 1824. Charles Tait, an appointee of President James Monroe, was the first judge to serve on the Southern District of Alabama, according to the Federal Judicial Center. A survey of past editions of the Bar Bulletin offers a look back on some of the many developments concerning Mobile’s federal courts as well as those who have served on it.
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Fifty years ago in 1976, the Southern District of Alabama was part of the Fifth Circuit. Fifth Circuit Judge Walter Gewin of Tuscaloosa, Alabama was the featured speaker for the July, 1976 Mobile Bar Association meeting. At that time, the Fifth Circuit spanned from Florida to Texas. The Southern District of Alabama would become part of the new Eleventh Circuit five years later, in 1981.
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Forty years ago in 1986, the August, 1986 Bar Bulletin wondered who would serve as the next federal judge in Mobile. The Bar Bulletin named attorney Alex T. Howard, Jr., as one contender. President Reagan would go on to name Judge Howard to the federal bench, and he would serve in the position from 1986 until his death in 2011.
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Thirty years ago in 1996, the Mobile Bar Association noted the formation of the Judge Virgil Pittman Fund to honor Judge Pittman for 30 years of service as a United States District Judge. Judge Pittman served on the federal bench for over 40 years until his death in 2012.
World Events
The Mobile Bar Association paid close attention to several significant world events.
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Forty years ago in 1986, Robert F. Adams presented on his travel to Russia and other places within the Soviet Union at the August, 1986 meeting. The Bar Bulletin’s references to the Iron Curtain provided a reminder of the continuing effects of the Cold War.
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Thirty years ago in 1996, Bar President William A. Kimbrough, Jr. noted the recent crash of TWA Flight 800 and also celebrated the arrival of the Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia.
Sports
Summer is always a time to get outdoors, and the Bar Bulletin noted several sports events:
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Fifty years ago in 1976, defense lawyers beat plaintiff’s lawyers 13-12 in softball at Jaguar Field. Boyd Reeves hit a line-drive single that scored Don Pierce and Mike Gillion.
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Forty years ago in 1986, Bar President Mitchell G. Lattof, Sr., announced that Sid Jackson would coach the Bar’s flag football team, the Barristers, for the 1986 season.
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Thirty years ago in 1996, the Bar Bulletin announced that attorney Norton Brooker would serve as a Race Management Specialist for the Laser/Europe Committee on a mark boat at the Olympics.
A Notable Retirement
The August 1976 Bar Bulletin included a Special Notice to report that Dean M. Leigh Harrison would retire from the University of Alabama School of Law at the end of the year. The Mobile Bar Association indicated that it would present a gift to Dean Harrison at the Farrah Law Society Banquet in October.
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SAVLP NEEDS YOUR HELP! Please consider volunteering with SAVLP to help low-income clients in our community. We provide many ways for you to get involved, including advising clients at our monthly limited legal advice clinics, advising clients at the SAVLP office, taking cases directly for representation, presenting CLEs, and mentoring attorneys interested in adding a new subject to their practice. You also can volunteer at the Wills for Heroes clinics we offer periodically for local first responders. Getting involved is easy! For more information, e-mail heather@savlp.org.
WILLS FOR HEROES - SAVLP will hold a Wills for Heroes clinic for the Mobile Police Department on Friday, August 28. Wills for Heroes clinics provide first responders with a chance to prepare a will, power of attorney, and advance health care directive. Please consider signing up for a shift that works with your schedule. E-mail ariana@savlp.org or heather@savlp.org for more information.
August Limited Legal Advice Clinic Dates:
- Thursday, August 13 at the Mobile County Courthouse (1:00 pm to 3:00 pm)
- Thursday, August 20 at Prodisee Pantry, 9315 Spanish Fort Boulevard, Spanish Fort (1:00 pm to 3:00 pm)
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DIED: Retired MBA Member John Clifford Foster, III died on July 11, 2026. Born and raised in Opp, Alabama, Clifford earned his bachelor’s degree from Washington & Lee University. He earned his J.D. and L.L.M. in taxation from the University of Alabama and New York University, respectively. Upon graduating NYU, Clifford moved to Mobile and began his career with Armbrecht Jackson. He went on to practice at Miller Hamilton before starting his own firm. His happiest days were spent on the waters of Mary Esther and Destin, Florida, including many years living on his boat, entertaining family and friends. Clifford is survived by his former wife, four (4) children, and twelve (12) grandchildren.
DIED: MBA Member Herman D. Padgett died on July 3, 2026. Born in Los Angeles, California, Herman graduated summa cum laude from the University of South Alabama before earning his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Alabama. After earning an L.L.M. in taxation from the University of Florida, he returned to Mobile where he opened the firm that grew into Padgett & Robertson where he practiced for nearly five (5) decades. Herman served as a Chapter 7 Trustee and was an active member of the Alabama State Bar, the American Bar Association, the American Bankruptcy Institute, the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, and the National Association of Chapter 13 Trustees. He loved to travel. As an amateur radio operator with an Extra Class license, he earned awards for making contacts in all fifty (50) states and on every continent, a fitting pastime for a man who spent his life connecting with people.
DIED: Shirlee Lloyd Butler, wife of Retired MBA Member and Mobile County Circuit Court Judge John Butler, died on April 27, 2026. Shirlee graduated from Murphy High School and began her professional journey at the University of Alabama, where she served as an Administrative Assistant in the Dean’s Office. She later returned to Mobile to work at the First National Bank of Mobile as a Bank President’s Administrative Associate. Shirlee retired from her professional career to become a homemaker and remained active in the community as a past president of the Mobile Bar Auxiliary. Known for her warm and friendly nature, she enjoyed reading on her Kindle and having late night conversations with her close friends. Shirlee is survived by her husband of nearly fifty-nine (59) years, as well as their three (3) sons and four (4) grandchildren.
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Have you ever considered serving as an officer on the Mobile Bar Association Executive Committee? The Nominating Committee will be meeting soon to slate the Secretary, Assistant Treasurer, and Vice President officer positions for the 2027 year. For the Vice President position, which historically places the nominee in line for MBA President, the Nominating Committee this year will consider MBA members from large firms which have 16 or more MBA members practicing in the law firm. If you are interested in serving as an officer on the 2027 Executive Committee, please contact MBA Executive Director Ann Forbes by email at aforbes@mobilebarassociation.com or the 2026 Nominating Chair and Immediate Past President Judge Judson Wells by email at jwells@carralllison.com.
Outside Chief Legal LLC is proud to announce that Jordan Gerheim has been selected to the 2026 Mid-South Super Lawyers list for his work in the fields of Business and Corporate matters, as well as Business Litigation, and that attorney Benjamin Kearns has been named to the 2026 Mid-South Rising Stars list for his work in Business Litigation.
Are you and/or your legal assistant in need of a Government Plaza ID Badge? If the answer is “YES," then the Mobile Bar Association is your first stop to acquire your ID Badge. Each badge is $50. For more information, please contact the Mobile Bar Association by phone at 251-433-9790 or email at info@mobilebarassociation.com to start the process.
For Sale: A variety of law books. For more information, please contact Fern Friedman by phone at 251-439-7400 or by email at fern@bafmobile.com.
Office space for lease at 1751 Dauphin Street. Includes 5 private offices and a dedicated parking lot. Contact alison@herlihyfamilylaw.com for more information.
Office space for lease on Downtowner Blvd. It has 1,200 square feet with four office spaces and two restrooms. For more information, contact Matt Cummings by phone at 251-476-6000 or by email at matt@cummingsassoc.com.
Three office spaces for rent: The address is 155 South Warren Street. For more information: David B.
Zimmerman by phone at 251-434-0012 or by email at bdzlawyer@gmail.com.
FOR SALE: Law Office or Professional Office Building for Sale at 2408 Government Street. Corner Lot with free parking. Property set up for 3 lawyers but easily could fit up to 4 lawyers. Four offices, kitchen and living room/sitting area, conference room, library, 2 bathrooms. Contact Dan Sayers by phone at 251-422-0888 or by email at danielsayers44@gmail.com.
FOR SALE: Historic Building in immediate proximity to Government Plaza and courts at 205 Church Street. The building dates back to 1844 and is an ideal location for a law firm. For further information, please contact Jeremy Milling by phone at 251-694-5050 or by email at Jeremy@Millingre.com.
DOWNTOWN OFFICE SPACE: 209 N. JOACHIM STREET IN HISTORIC DETONTI SQUARE. Available: One large office upstairs, one large office downstairs, and one small office downstairs, including secretarial space. Within walking distance of federal courts. Amenities: Receptionist, VOIP telephone, internet, WIFI, email, fax machine, large color copier/scanner, onsite parking, lobby, conference room, and kitchen. Contact Evans Crowe by phone at 251-431-6011 or by email at crowe@evanscrowe.com.
Legal office space for rent: 1111 Dauphin Street. Contact Buzz Jordan for more information by phone at 251-421-1056 or by email at buzz@rossandjordan.com or Makayla Goode by phone at 251-432-5400 or by email at buzzjordanpc@gmail.com.
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CALLING FOR SILENT AUCTION ITEMS!
The Mobile Bar Foundation will have a Silent Auction during the upcoming joint social between the Mobile Bar Association and Baldwin County Bar Association. We are looking for unique items to auction off for the benefit of the Mobile Bar Foundation. If you would like to donate to the Silent Auction, please contact Gaby Reeves by email at gereeves@csattorneys.com.
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PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING A TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION TO THE
MOBILE BAR FOUNDATION
Name: ____________________________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
Phone: _______________________________________ E-Mail: _____________________________________
YES, I want to make a donation to the Mobile Bar Foundation -
In honor/memory of: ______________________________________________________________________
Acknowledgement sent to:
Name ____________________________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
YES, I want to become a member of the Mobile Bar Foundation -
__ Life member ($5000, can be paid in up to 5 annual installments)
__ Associate Member ($100 or more annually)
__ Regular Member of MBA practicing more than 5 years ($50 - $99 annually)
__ Regular Member of MBA practicing 5 years or less ($25 - $99)
__ I would like more information on including the Foundation in my estate planning
I donate my gift of: $__________
Check: __________ (Please make checks payable to the Mobile Bar Foundation)
*Credit Card: Visa/Mastercard# ____________________________________________________________
Signature: ______________________________________________ Exp: ___________________________
Mail to: Mobile Bar Foundation, P.O. Drawer 2005, Mobile, AL 36652
* All credit card transactions will incur a $2.00 processing fee.
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SAVE THE DATE!
The Delano Palughi Chapter of the St. Thomas More
Society will sponsor the Annual Red Mass Celebration
on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at the
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. A brief
reception will be held following the Mass.
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Tuesday, August 4
Mobile Bar Foundation Board Meeting
Wednesday, August 5
Bylaws Committee Meeting
Tuesday, August 11
Bankruptcy Section Meeting
Tuesday, August 11
Mobile Bay Area Women Lawyers Lunch and Learn
Wednesday, August 12
Lawyer Well-being Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 13
Executive Committee Meeting
Friday, August 14
Membership Luncheon @ Moe's
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Saturday, August 15
September Bar Bulletin Submissions Due
Tuesday, August 18
Nominating Committee Meeting
Wednesday, August 19
Grievance Committee Meeting
Friday, August 21
Stars Across the Bay: Family Law in Focus CLE
Tuesday, August 25
Mobile Bar Area Women Lawyers Lunch Gathering
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Jonathan R. Alden
Matthew Kyle Allen
Matthew Ian David Andrews
David Daniel Anthony
J. Daniel Barlar, Jr.
David L. Barnett
Travis M. Bedsole, Jr.
Thomas Hart Benton, III
Thomas H. Benton, Jr.
Carroll E. Blow, Jr.
Benjamin H. Brooks, III
"Buddy" Joseph M. Brown, Jr.
Johana Bucci
Russell C. Buffkin
James Kerry Burgess
C. S. Chiepalich
Michael Kevin Congiardo
Christopher T. Conte
J. Patrick Courtney, III
C. William Daniels, Jr.
Glenn L. Davidson
Katherine Browning DeKeyser
Todd L. Denison
Megan Esperanza Everett
Richard W. Foreman
A. Danner Frazer, Jr.
Jacob A. Fuller
Norman Joseph Gale, Jr.
Robert M. Galloway
Trevor Elliott Gibbons
Kevin T. Green
Christine Elizabeth Harding Hart
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Kasee Sparks Heisterhagen
Ashton Hill, III
Emma Goodloe Hope
Stephen Taft Hughes
George R. Irvine, III
Sidney W. Jackson, III
Adam Keith Jarvis
Robert D. Johnston, Jr.
Benjamin Numa Kearns
Richard Edwin Lamberth
John R. Lockett
Victor H. Lott, Jr.
Benjamin Paul Mayer
Edward B. McDonough, Jr.
Kent Dyer McPhail
S. C. Middlebrooks
John Lauthlin Moore, IV
George Whitfield Moreman
John C. Pierce
Jean M. Powers
Thomas Justice Radcliff
William Herbert Reece
Kelly D. Reese
Archibald Thomas Reeves, IV
Keith Stevenson Rivers
Audrey ChaLea Tisdale
Jean Walker Tucker
Deena R. Tyler
Lara K. Walker
Macey Weeks
Michael Anthony Wing
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