Highly Skilled and Down-to-Earth

Charles H. Clark

Partner

E: cclark@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-683-1312

Charles H. Clark, Jr. (Clay) is a senior partner in the firm and is actively engaged in the practice of workers’ compensation defense litigation, employment law, intentional torts arising out of workers’ compensation claim handling, industrial accident litigation, retaliatory discharge, sexual harassment, ADA litigation, discrimination, motor carrier litigation, and general liability litigation.

Clay represents a wide range of local and national clients and is consistently “AV” rated by Martindale-Hubbell surveys. He is listed in “Birmingham’s Top Attorneys” by Birmingham Magazine, “Top Lawyers” by the Birmingham Business Journal, Alabama Super Lawyers, and is consistently recognized in The Best Lawyers in America. He is a Fellow of The College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers. Clay is a frequent lecturer, speaking throughout the Southeast on the topics of employment law, industrial accident litigation, and workers’ compensation.

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• Alabama Supreme Court
• United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama
• United States District Court for the Middle District of Alabama
• United States District Court for the Southern District of Alabama
• United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit
• United States Supreme Court

Memberships

• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• Alabama State Bar
• Alabama Workers’ Compensation Defense Lawyers Association
• American Bar Association
• Birmingham Bar Association
• Council on Litigation Management
• Defense Research Institute
• State of Alabama Department of Industrial Relations Legal Advisory Board

Joe Duncan

Partner

E: jduncan@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-544-2301

Joe Duncan, one of the founding members of the firm, represents clients ranging from family companies to Fortune 500 businesses at both the trial and appellate level. His practice consists of the defense of claims relating to personal injury, product liability, contractual disputes, trucking and insurance coverage. Joe spends much of his time working with clients, contractors and trade groups to proactively reduce the risk of liability using lessons learned from litigation.

Joe has helped to mold Alabama law in both the legislative and judicial branches. He assisted in authoring legislation relating to contractor liability, contractor licensing, road builder liability, and statutes of repose. He has also argued to the Alabama Supreme Court on the subjects of indemnity, personal injury and product liability. In Hosea Weaver and Sons, Inc. v. Balch, the Alabama Supreme Court recognized the “accepted-work doctrine” based on arguments made by Joe as amicus counsel on behalf of the Alabama Road Builders Association. The Court’s decision reversed a $7.5 million verdict in favor of the plaintiffs and rendered a judgment in favor of the defendant. More recently, in DISA Industries, Inc. v. Bell, Joe also successfully argued for the Court to reverse a $500,000 verdict in favor of a plaintiff and rendered the verdict in favor of the Defendant, a manufacturer of a cast iron molding line.

Joe is “AV” rated by Martindale Hubbell and has been recognized as one of Birmingham’s Best Attorneys and Birmingham’s Best Construction Attorneys. Joe has been recognized as a Mid-South Super Lawyer since 2018 and as a Best Lawyer since 2023 in the fields of Construction Law, Construction Litigation and Insurance Litigation. He is recognized as a Top Rated Lawyer in Insurance Law by ALM and Martindale Hubbell. Joe also serves as an instructor at CLM’s Claims College and its Litigation Management Institute. He holds designations as a Certified Claims Professional (CCP), Advanced Claims Professional (ACP) and Certified Litigation Management Professional (CLMP) through CLM. Joe is also an active representative for the firm in the Themis Advocates Group, a nationwide network of law firms.

Joe and his wife, Ellen, live in Vestavia with their children, Porter and Sophie. In his spare time, Joe runs half marathons, has dabbled in competition bbq, enjoys traveling and spends much of his time coaching youth sports. Between baseball and softball, Joe has coached more than 300 games. He earned his undergraduate degree from Auburn University, where he played rugby and was a member of the school’s 1999 SECC Championship team. Joe earned his juris doctor from The University of Alabama School of Law where he also assisted in coaching rugby and served on the editorial board of the Alabama Law Review.

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama

Memberships

• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• American Bar Association
• Birmingham Bar Association
• Claim and Litigation Management Alliance
• Defense Research Institute
• Journal of American Law
• Themis Advocates Group

Appellate Decisions

• MSE Bldg. Co. v. Stewart/Perry Co., 392 So. 3d 478 (Ala. 2023)
• Ex parte Allen, 312 So. 3d 438 (Ala. 2020)
• Ex parte Hubbard Props., Inc., 205 So.3d 1211 (Ala. 2016)
• Hosea O. Weaver & Sons v. Balch, 142 So. 3d 479 (Ala. 2013)
• Ex parte Capstone Bldg. Corp., 96 So. 3d 77 (Ala. 2012)
• Ex parte Wright Bros. Constr. Co., 88 So. 3d 817 (Ala. 2012)
• Walker v. Capstone Bldg. Corp., 96 So. 3d 71 (Ala. 2010)
• Doster Constr. Co. v. Marathon Elec. Contrs. Inc., 32 So.3d 1277 (Ala. 2009)
• Southeast Envtl. Infrastructure, LLC v. Rivers, 12 So. 3d 32 (Ala. 2008)
• FabArc Steel Supply, Inc. v. Composite Constr. Sys., 914 So. 2d 344 (Ala. 2005)

Delaney Holmes

Associate

E: dholmes@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-304-4703

Delaney Holmes began her journey with Clark, May, Price, Lawley, Duncan & Paul as a law clerk in February 2024, before transitioning into an attorney after passing the Bar in October 2024. Originally from San Diego, California, Delaney graduated with honors from the University of Alabama, earning a Bachelor of Science in Commerce & Business Administration with a minor in Criminal Justice and a specialization in Entrepreneurship. She went on to receive her Juris Doctorate from Cumberland School of Law.

During law school, Delaney was an active member of the Cumberland Law Review and served as an Admissions Ambassador. She also participated in the Mediation Team and was a member of the Women in Law Club.

Outside of her legal career, Delaney enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with her two golden retrievers, Cash and Bowie.

Charles Fleming

Partner

E: cfleming@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-671-0327

Charles Fleming represents hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical providers in cases of medical negligence.

Charles also represents a variety of restaurant and hospitality entities and transportation companies. Charles frequently lectures to insurance and industry groups on topics relating to claims and risk management issues. Since beginning his practice in 2002, Charles has successfully defended retail and hospitality clients, hospitals, physicians and long-term care facilities in a variety of cases and venues.

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• United States District Court of Alabama, Northern, Middle and Southern Districts

Memberships

• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• Birmingham Bar Association
• Claims & Litigation Management Alliance
• Defense Research Institute
• National Retail and Restaurant Defense Association
• Trucking Industry Defense Association

Representative Experience

• Charles obtained a defense on behalf of a nursing home facility in an AMLA matter tried before an arbitrator in Mobile, Alabama, in October 1, 2018.
• Charles successfully defended a long-term care facility in a medical malpractice case that was tried before an arbitrator in Jefferson County, Alabama, in March 2018.
• Charles successfully defended a restaurant franchisee in a food poisoning case tried in February 2017.
• Charles secured a defense verdict on behalf of a nursing home in a medical malpractice case tried before an arbitrator in Mobile County, Alabama, in July 2016.
• Charles successfully defended a nursing home in a medical malpractice case that was tried before a jury in Mobile County, Alabama, in December 2013.

Jeremy Gaddy

Partner

E: jgaddy@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-671-0397

Jeremy Gaddy has a diverse practice built on a methodical and scientific approach to cases stemming from his engineering degree from Georgia Tech. His unique skill set permits him to understand complex matters and ensure his clients’ goals are met in a timely and cost-effective manner. His practice includes clients in the areas of transportation, medical malpractice, construction, retail and hospitality and general insurance defense. Jeremy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Tech and his J.D. from the University of Alabama School of Law.

Jeremy regularly speaks to insurance professionals and transportation clients on current and emerging liability issues. Jeremy enjoys spending time with his wife Margaret and children, Alice and Virginia. He is also an avid runner and attends Canterbury United Methodist Church.

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• Mississippi State Bar
• United States District Court for the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Alabama
• United States District Court for the Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi
• United States Supreme Court

Memberships

• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• Birmingham Bar Association
• Claims Litigation Management Alliance
• National Retail and Restaurant Defense Association

Karmen Gaines

Associate

E: kgaines@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-721-8949

Karmen Gaines joined Clark, May, Price, Lawley, Duncan & Paul in May 2021. Karmen was born and raised in Birmingham and followed in her father’s footsteps to earn her B.A. in International Relations, graduating cum laude, and her Juris Doctorate from the University of Alabama.

While in law school, Karmen was a member of the Black Law Students Association and achieved national success as a member of the Thurgood Marshall Moot Court Competition Team and Alabama Trial Advocacy Competition Team. Karmen’s competitive, hard-working spirit and prior experience as a judicial law clerk make her a valuable member of the Clark, May, Price team.

In her free time, Karmen enjoys running, playing with her dog, Taz, and trying new restaurants in the Birmingham area.

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama

Memberships

• Birmingham Bar Association
• Alabama Bar Association

Elton H. Darby, III

Associate

E: edarby@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-671-0419

Elton Darby joined Clark, May, Price in August of 2019, with a practice that focuses on general insurance defense and worker’s compensation defense. He brings a wealth of civil litigation experience in the trial and appellate courts at both the state and federal level. Elton prioritizes trust, efficiency and clear communication in relationships with his clients.

Elton wants to use his legal expertise to serve others. He enjoys volunteering through Volunteer Lawyers Birmingham which provides legal services and advice to those that may not have access to legal resources. While in law school, Elton also served the student body by working in the University of Alabama School of Law’s Civil Law Clinic.

Elton earned his B.A. from the University of Mississippi, magna cum laude, and earned his J.D. from the University of Alabama School of Law. Elton enjoys living in Birmingham and supporting the community through support of Red Mountain Park, WBHM Birmingham, and the Greater Birmingham Humane Society.

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama

Memberships

• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• Birmingham Bar Association
• Claim and Litigation Management Alliance

Andrew Harrell

Partner

E: aharrell@clarkmayprice.com

P: 251-968-1555

C. Andrew Harrell, Jr. focuses his practice in the areas of real estate, probate, banking and finance, business formation, business transactions, contract preparation, and civil litigation.

Andrew’s real estate practice includes representing clients in acquisitions and sales, condominium formation, subdivision formation, landlord-tenant matters, correcting title defects, commercial leases, zoning and planning matters, subdivision and condominium association matters, preparation of deeds, contracts and other real estate documents, and general representation to buyers, sellers, lenders, real estate agents and real estate developers.

Andrew’s probate practice includes probating testate (with a will) and intestate (without a will) estates, will contests, adoptions, guardianships, and conservatorships, as well as preparing documents for clients such as wills, powers of attorney, advanced health care directives (living wills), and other estate planning documents.

Andrew’s banking practice includes the negotiation and preparation of commercial loan documents for lending institutions, as well as residential loan documents for owner-financed transactions. Andrew also handles foreclosures.

Andrew’s business law practice includes the formation of limited liability companies, corporations, partnerships, joint ventures, asset sales and purchases, purchase and sale of membership interests and stock transfers, contract negotiations and document preparation.

Andrew’s civil litigation practice includes curing title issues, planning and zoning matters, contract disputes, fraud claims, construction cases, Interstate Land Sale Full Disclosure Act claims, Section 8 Housing claims, evictions and unlawful detainers, and personal injury.

Andrew graduated from the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama in 1999 and began practicing law in Baldwin County, Alabama. Andrew began his career as an Assistant District Attorney working for Baldwin County, Alabama District Attorney John David Whetstone prosecuting felony and misdemeanor criminal cases. In 2001, Andrew entered into private practice representing clients in the areas of real estate, probate, banking and finance, business law, and civil law.

Andrew received the highest Martindale-Hubbell peer rating of AV-Preeminent®. Andrew is admitted to practice in the State of Alabama and the United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama. He is a member of the Baldwin County Bar Association. Andrew was named Kiwanian of the Year in 2010 by the Kiwanis Club of Gulf Shores, Alabama. He served on the Board of Directors for the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber from 2011 to 2013. Andrew also served on the Grievance Committee for the Baldwin County Bar Association from 2009 to 2015.

Margaret “Megan” Head Jones

Partner

E: mjones@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-544-2308

Megan Jones is a seasoned litigator with over 15 years of experience representing hospitals, physicians, nursing homes, medical laboratories, insurers, and other healthcare providers in complex and high-stakes legal matters. Known for her stamina, strategic insight, and commanding courtroom presence, Megan is an engaging storyteller whose advocacy draws juries in and keeps them focused on the heart of the case. Her passion for defending her clients and her unwavering pursuit of truth and fairness are rooted in a lifelong appreciation for the law, instilled by her father and grandfather—both attorneys dedicated to justice.

Since graduating cum laude from Cumberland School of Law in 2009, Megan has secured numerous summary judgments and taken cases to verdict in matters involving medical malpractice, insurance defense, employment disputes, transportation claims, general litigation, and workers’ compensation. She also provides risk management counseling, deposition and trial preparation, and regularly presents on emerging issues in professional negligence law.

Megan’s expertise and commitment have earned her recognition throughout her career, including being named a Rising Star of Law by the Birmingham Business Journal in 2017 and a Mid-South Rising Star by Super Lawyers from 2018 to 2025. She is also a trusted mentor to young attorneys and students in the Cumberland School of Law Trial Program.

Outside the courtroom, Megan enjoys competitive tennis, community service, and spending time with her husband, Justin, and their two sons, Sawyer and Wilder. She earned her B.A. from Florida State University and her J.D. from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University. Go NOLES!

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• U.S. District Court for the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Alabama
• U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Memberships

• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• Birmingham Bar Association
• Birmingham Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program
• Claims and Litigation Management Alliance
• Defense Research Institute
• International Association of Defense Counsel
• Order of the Barristers

H. Cannon Lawley

Partner

E: cannon@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-383-4554

Cannon Lawley is a partner in the firm and has extensive experience representing clients in a broad range of litigation and transaction matters. He also chairs our Appellate Advocacy group. Cannon’s trial and appellate practice areas include medical malpractice, governmental liability, products liability, aviation litigation, business disputes, intellectual property, employment practices, litigation, class actions and mass tort actions.

Cannon obtained an undergraduate degree in Forest Resources and remains actively involved in the management of family-owned timberland. Drawing from this practical experience, Cannon routinely assists clients with a variety of natural resource and real estate-based transactions and litigation, including those involving land and timber, oil and gas, regulatory compliance, personal injury and property damage.

Cannon earned his BS in Forest Resources from Auburn University and his JD from The University of Alabama School of Law. He is admitted to practice in Alabama, Mississippi, all federal district courts in Alabama and Mississippi, the Fifth and Eleventh Circuit Courts of Appeals, and before the United States Supreme Court.

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• Mississippi State Bar
• Alabama Supreme Court
• Mississippi Supreme Court
• United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama
• United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi
• Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals
• Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals

Memberships

• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• Defense Research Institute
• Aviation Insurance Association
• Alabama Forestry Association
• Forest Landowners Association
• American Bar Association
• Best Lawyers in America
• Vice-Chairman, Forest Resource Committee, American Bar Association
• Chairman Elect, Auburn University School of Forestry & Wildlife Science Advisory Counsel
• Commissioner, Alabama Land Recycling & Economic Development Commission

T. Kelly May

Partner

E: kmay@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-435-6302

Kelly May, one of the founding members of the firm, believes success is achieved through hard work, preparation and dedication to accomplishing the mission. Having served on active duty as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps and attaining the rank of Major, he understands the importance of these traits and applies them to every case he handles. Kelly also understands the value of teamwork and implements this principle by working closely with his clients to find the best solution.

Since 1989, Kelly has developed an active defense practice in the areas of civil rights litigation, employment law, real estate litigation, products liability, trucking litigation and complex business and commercial litigation. He represents a wide variety of clients in a multitude of settings, including successes in state and federal courts and in matters involving the Equal Opportunity Employment Commission, Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Kelly has received professional recognition including being listed by Best Lawyers as one of The Best Lawyers in America and as a top attorney in Alabama by Super Lawyers. Kelly was also named one of “Birmingham’s Top Attorneys” by Birmingham Magazine, “Best of the Bar” by the Birmingham Business Journal and received the highest Martindale-Hubbell peer rating of AV-Preeminent®. Kelly was recently recognized in the Benchmark Litigation 2019 as a Labor and Employment Star.

Outside of work, Kelly is a committed outdoorsman. He enjoys hunting, college football and relaxing at the farm with his family and friends.

Kelly earned his B.S. in Finance from Auburn University, his MBA from Samford University and his J.D. from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University.

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar, 1985
• United States District Court for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama
• United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Memberships

• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• Defense Research Institute
• Leadership Council for the Alabama Center for Real Estate

Justin Nolen

Partner

E: jnolen@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-549-1620

Justin Nolen joined Clark, May, Price, Lawley, Duncan & Paul, LLC in August of 2019. He is involved in a wide variety of defense litigation cases, including general liability, construction defect, employment, insurance, medical malpractice, healthcare fraud, worker’s compensation, subrogation/recovery, transportation, and real estate-related professional liability. Justin also regularly handles appellate issues for his clients in both the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals and the Supreme Court of Alabama. He recently argued a case in front of the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals, resulting in a 5-0 decision in his client’s favor.

Justin grew up in Pelham, Alabama, before attending Huntingdon College in Montgomery, Alabama for his undergraduate degree, graduating cum laude. While at Huntingdon, he was a member of the men’s golf team and the president of his fraternity. Justin then earned his J.D. from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2019.

In his time away from work, Justin enjoys playing golf and traveling. He also enjoys pulling for the Crimson Tide!

Reported Decisions

• Alabama Home Builders Self Insurers Fund, Inc. v. Christy Tumlin, as the personal representative of the Estate of Timothy Michael Tumlin, deceased, and as the dependent spouse of Timothy Michael Tumlin, deceased, CL-2023-0901, 2024 WL 4246773 (Ala. Civ. App. September 20, 2024).

Honors

• Super Lawyers: 2024 Mid-South Rising Stars List

Publications

• Legal Malpractice in Alabama and 11th Circuit, 2019 Survey of Law, Professional Liability Defense Federation
• Handling a Trust Fund Recovery Penalty Case, The Basics, Vol. 11, 2019, Professional Liability Defense Quarterly

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama

Memberships

• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• Birmingham Bar Association (Jefferson County)
• 3rd Circuit Bar Association (Bullock and Barbour County)
• Defense Research Institute (DRI)
• Themis Advocates Group
• Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM)

Eris Bryan Paul

Partner

E: bpaul@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-332-7518

Eris Bryan Paul, or BP, as most folks call him, attempts to handle every case that comes across his desk in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The son of a sheriff and grandson of a judge, at an early age he experienced the legal profession across several different levels. He learned at an early age to connect with people from every walk of life and to respect their valuable time and hard-earned resources. It’s an approach he uses in full force to defend his clients, no matter the practice area.

For the last 15 years, BP has represented a wide variety of individuals, companies and insurers. He has tried civil cases to verdict as a first chair lawyer in State, Federal and Bankruptcy courts in Alabama. He has also succeeded in appellate issues in front of both the Alabama Supreme Court and the Court of Civil Appeals. BP has worked cases in almost every one of Alabama’s 41 judicial circuits and all three federal districts in the state. He loves the variety his law practice offers, and BP is committed to an immersive approach that consistently drives results and the best possible outcomes for his clients. For his efforts, BP was named a 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 Rising Star by Super Lawyers.

Much of his time away from work is spent with his wife, Ginny, and their two young children, Mary Addison and Mack. BP enjoys golf, hunting and enjoying the great outdoors.

He earned his BS from The University of Alabama and his JD from The University of Alabama School of Law.

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• Alabama State Courts and Appellate Courts
• Northern, Middle and Southern U.S. District Courts, including all three Bankruptcy Courts
• United States Tax Court

Memberships

• 2011 Graduate Future Leaders Forum
• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• Birmingham Bar Association
• Claims and Litigation Management Alliance
• Defense Research Institute
• Past Co-Chair of the Wills for Heroes Task Force, Alabama State Bar Association
• Professional Liability Defense Federation
• The Culverhouse College of Commerce and Business Administration’s Commerce Executive Society

Walter J. Price

Partner

E: wprice@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-267-6973

Walter Price has been representing healthcare providers in professional negligence matters for over 30 years. He regularly represents hospitals, physicians and other providers in state and federal courts across Alabama. In addition, he frequently consults with healthcare institutions on risk management issues including time-sensitive investigations. While his practice focus has involved medical liability matters, Walter has also defended pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers and represented insurers in bad faith cases. His work defending automobile insurers was the catalyst behind publications addressing uninsured motorist insurance coverage which are cited as references in the Alabama Pattern Jury Instructions.

Some of Walter’s other publications include “Anesthesia Litigation – Clinical Basics and Current Liability Issues” in the May 2017 issue of the DRI’s For The Defense, as well as the September 2012 article “Chorioamnionitis – An Alternative Cause for Cerebral Palsy” in that same publication. Most recently he authored “Shoulder Dystocia – Defending the Unpredictable” published in the May 2020 issue of For The Defense.

Walter is a member of the International Association of Defense Counsel, the Defense Research Institute and the Alabama Defense Lawyers Association. He previously served on the Board of Directors for the Professional Liability Defense Federation, and he has been recognized in various publications including The Best Lawyers in America (Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, Health Care Litigation, Insurance Litigation and Insurance Law) and Super Lawyers. He is a member of the Board of Editors for the IADC Defense Counsel Journal, a publication of the IADC that serves as a forum for topical and scholarly writings on the law, its development and reform, and on the practice of law. He was named the 2015 Birmingham Insurance Litigation “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers. Walter has also been identified as a leading lawyer by Chambers, USA in medical malpractice defense.

CMP is made up of trial lawyers. We have decades of experience preparing healthcare witnesses for deposition and trial testimony. As such, we understand the special relationship between witness and defense counsel, as well as the importance of witness testimony to the success of a case. We seek to partner with defense counsel and provide a “second opinion.” This includes additional witness evaluation, preparation, and practice. Walter is the senior partner in CMP’s team of attorneys specifically providing witness preparation services. He was recently published in the Professional Liability Defense Federation Journal on this topic (Fourth Quarter 2022).

Walter is a member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. He and his wife are supporters of Preschool Partners, a non-profit dedicated to providing early childhood education for under-resourced communities. They have two children.

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• United States Supreme Court
• 11th Circuit Court of Appeals
• U.S. District Courts for Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Alabama

Memberships

• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• International Association of Defense Counsel
• Defense Research Institute
• Professional Liability Defense Federation (Member of Board of Directors 2016-2018)
• Professional Liability Underwriting Society
• Claims and Litigation Management Alliance

Melissa Sinor

Associate

E: msinor@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-383-4639

Growing up in a military family, Melissa Sinor lived in many places, studied different cultures and learned the meaning of hard work. Her experiences have given her the ability to engage with people from all walks of life and thrive in an ever-changing environment. She approaches her legal practice with an open mind and is committed to providing the highest quality work product.

Melissa’s law practice is focused in the areas of medical malpractice and general business defense. While in law school, Melissa was an esteemed member of the mock trial team, a member of the FSU College of Law Supreme Court and a student ambassador. She also participated in the FSU College of Law’s Public Interest Law Center as a student attorney.

Melissa earned her BA, summa cum laude, from Auburn University and her JD from the Florida State University College of Law, cum laude. Upon graduation, Melissa was inducted into the FSU College Law Chapter of the Order of the Coif and currently serves as an FSU College of Law Alumni Admission Partner.

When she is not working, Melissa and her husband Will enjoy spending time with their daughter, their two cats–Marvin Gaye and Stevie Nicks, participating in outdoor activities and cheering on the Auburn Tigers.

She earned her BS from The University of Alabama and her JD from The University of Alabama School of Law.

Bar & Court Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Alabama

Memberships

• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• Birmingham Bar Association

Anna Alyce Eastburn

Associate

E: aeastburn@clarkmayprice.com

P: 251-968-1554

Anna Alyce Eastburn joined Clark, May, Price, Lawley, Duncan & Paul in October 2022. Anna Alyce was born and raised in Mobile, and earned B.A. in Psychology from the University of Alabama, and her Juris Doctorate from Cumberland School of Law.

While in law school, Anna Alyce was a member and a Research and Writing Editor of the American Journal of Trial Advocacy, as well as a member of the National Negotiation Team, Trial Advocacy Board, and Women in Law.

When she is not working, Anna Alyce enjoys playing with her dog, Piper, traveling, and experiencing the local restaurants in Birmingham.

Bailee Curtis

Associate

E: bcurtis@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-649-3323

Bailee Curtis joined Clark, May, Price, Lawley, Duncan, & Paul in October of 2022. Born and raised in Sylacauga, Alabama, Bailee attended the University of Alabama and double majored in Political Science and Public Relations where she graduated magna cum laude. Bailee earned her Juris Doctorate from Cumberland School of Law.

While at Cumberland Bailee cultivated her advocacy skills in preparation for a career in litigation. There she found success as a member of Cumberland’s award-winning National Trial Team. In her time away from work, Bailee enjoys spending time with her two dogs outdoors and cheering for the Alabama Crimson Tide!

Andrew Triplett

Associate

E: atriplett@clarkmayprice.com

Andrew Triplett joined Clark, May, Price, Lawley, Duncan, & Paul in January of 2023. Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, Andrew attended Birmingham-Southern College where he served on the Honor Council, was a two-time SAA Conference champion track & field athlete, and graduated cum laude with a B.A. in History.

Andrew earned his Juris Doctorate from Cumberland School of Law. While at Cumberland, Andrew competed in the law school’s Arbitration Competition in 2020 and served as Vice Chancellor of the Thomas More Society and Deputy Chief Justice of the Honor Court.

Andrew is a member of the Alabama State Bar as well as the Tennessee State Bar.

In his time away from work, Andrew enjoys traveling, playing basketball, and cheering for the Vanderbilt Commodores and Tennessee Titans!

Anthony Irwin

Associate

E: airwin@clarkmayprice.com

Anthony joined Clark, May, Price, Lawley, Duncan, & Paul in February of 2023. Anthony was born and raised in Birmingham and earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Criminal Justice from The University of Alabama in 2019. Anthony earned his Juris Doctorate from The University of Alabama School of Law.

While in law school, Anthony was a mediator in the law school’s Mediation Clinic, where he was able to successfully mediate a variety of domestic relations cases. When he’s not in the office, Anthony enjoys barbecuing, traveling, and exploring restaurants in the Birmingham area.

Chase Lacy

Associate

E: clacy@clarckmayprice.com

P: 205-267-3603

Chase Lacy joined Clark, May, Price, Lawley, Duncan & Paul, LLC in March of 2023. His practice includes insurance defense, worker’s compensation, general liability, business litigation, employment, real estate litigation, and professional liability. He is licensed in Alabama, Tennessee, and all Alabama federal courts.

Chase is a native of Stevenson, Alabama where he graduated from North Jackson High School. He graduated with honors from The University of Alabama in 2016 with a major in criminal justice and minor in history. He then attended Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, where he graduated in 2019. He was licensed to practice law and admitted to the Alabama State Bar in October, 2019 and the Tennessee State Bar in April, 2022.

Outside the office, Chase focuses on community involvement and is a member of various groups throughout Birmingham. He is a member of the Birmingham Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section of the Alabama Bar, YMCA Junior Board, Down Syndrome Alabama Junior Board, as well as other networking groups. He also serves as an assistant coach for little league baseball teams in Homewood, AL.

In his free time, Chase enjoys playing golf, tennis, and basketball. Chase is committed to building a personal relationship with each client and serving them to the best of his ability.

Admissions

• Alabama State Bar
• Tennessee State Bar
• United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama

Memberships

• Birmingham State Bar
• Young Lawyers Section of the Alabama State Bar
• Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• YMCA of Greater Birmingham Junior Board
• Down Syndrome Alabama Junior Board

Craig Olmstead

Of Counsel

E: colmstead@clarkmayprice.com

P: 251-943-4000

Craig D. Olmstead focuses his practice in the areas of real estate, banking, and commercial transactions. He also handles admiralty and maritime matters.

Craig’s real estate practice includes representing clients in acquisition, leasing and financing commercial real estate projects, including subdivisions, condominiums, hotels, office buildings and large parcels of real estate. Additionally, Craig handles planning issues, subdivision developments and condominium association management.

Craig’s banking practice includes negotiating and documenting construction and development loans, restructuring loans, real estate workouts, including loan modifications, foreclosures and loan sales.

Craig’s commercial transaction practice includes forming corporations, limited liability companies and limited partnerships, negotiating and documenting shareholder agreements, and asset and stock purchase agreements.

Craig’s admiralty and maritime practice includes representing marine lenders and insurers, repair yards and vessel owners.

Prior to forming his own firm in 1998, Craig was in the Miami, Florida office of the New York firm Kelley, Drye & Warren, LLP from 1985 to 1997. He was admitted into the Florida Bar in 1985 (ret 2023) and the Alabama Bar in 1997. He is admitted to all Federal Courts in Alabama, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and the United States Tax Court.

Craig has been "AV" rated since 1995 by Martindale Hubbell and has been a speaker on legal topics at various seminars. He co-authored a chapter in The Florida Bar Maritime Law and Practice Handbook (Second Edition) titled "Carriage of Goods and Charters". Craig has been recognized as a Mid-South Super Lawyer since 2021 in the area of Real Estate.

Craig is Chairman of the Board of Zoning Adjustment for the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, and is Vice Chairman of the Gulf Shores International Airport Authority Board. He is also a pilot.

Robin Blocksom

Associate

E: rblocksom@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-671-0419

Robin Blocksom joined Clark, May, Price, Lawley, Duncan & Paul in August of 2023. Robin was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. She then graduated from the University of Alabama with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and a minor in Political Science. Robin earned her Juris Doctorate from Cumberland School of Law.

While in law school, Robin served as the Vice President of the Intellectual Property Law Society and Chairwoman of Phi Alpha Delta. Robin was also a member of Cumberland’s National Negotiation Team, as well as the Women in Law group and Student Bar Association.

When she is not working, Robin enjoys cooking, outdoor activities, Alabama football, and dining at new restaurants in the Birmingham area.

Anna-Katherine Bowman

Of Counsel

E: abowman@clarkmayprice.com

Anna-Katherine has extensive experience representing clients in a broad range of litigation. She is committed to addressing her clients' needs with a strategic, problem-solving approach in order to provide them with high-caliber advocacy. She advises clients on substantive areas of law, as well as best practices for reducing exposure to litigation and assessing risk.

Anna-Katherine has been representing healthcare providers in professional negligence matters most of her career. While her practice has primarily focused on medical liability matters, her practice also includes general litigation, personal injury, product liability, workers' compensation and insurance defense. Anna-Katherine has handled case in both state and federal courts through all stages of the litigation process, including arbitrations, hearings, mediation, jury trials, bench trials and injunctive relief hearings.

Anna-Katherine attended Birmingham Southern College and the University of Alabama School of Law. She has been active with the state and local bar associations. She is a Life Fellow of the American Bar Association and a Life Fellow of the Birmingham Bar Foundation. In her spare time she loves spending time with her three children. She can be seen running or walking throughout her neighborhood most days or at the baseball field watching her son play.

Caroline Anderson

Associate

E: canderson@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-721-8949

Caroline Anderson joined Clark, May, Price, Lawley, Duncan, & Paul in August 2023. Caroline was born and raised in Madison, Alabama. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Alabama and her Juris Doctorate from Cumberland School of Law.

In law school, Caroline served as the President of Cumberland Women in Law, as well as a member of the Student Bar Association, the Alabama Student Bar Association, and the Judge James Edwin Horton Inn of Court.

Outside of work, Caroline enjoys traveling, spending time with friends, and Alabama football.

Jordan Lenard

Associate Attorney

E: jlenard@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-671-0397

Jordan’s litigation practice involves medical malpractice defense where he represents healthcare providers—such as hospitals, physicians, and other providers—in professional negligence matters.

Prior to joining CMP in May of 2023, Jordan worked at a boutique law firm where he handled a wide array of civil defense and commercial disputes, including: insurance coverage; construction law; personal injury; wrongful death claims; municipal liability; arson cases; product liability; trucking accidents; and appellate practice. He also has experience with criminal matters having served as a law clerk for the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office and the Mobile County District Attorney’s Office.

Jordan obtained his J.D. from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, graduating in 2020. During law school, Jordan was a member of Cumberland’s nationally-ranked Trial Team, the Trial Advocacy Board, and was vice president of the Sports & Entertainment Law Society.

In undergrad, Jordan earned a golf scholarship at Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he also served on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and as the president of the Pre-Law Society.

Admissions

• Alabama State Bar

Memberships

• American Bar Association
• Alabama State Bar Association
• Birmingham Bar Association
• Young Lawyers Section of the Alabama State Bar

Kourtni Douglas

Associate

E: kdouglas@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-383-4639

Kourtni Douglas joined Clark, May, Price Lawley, Duncan & Paul in May of 2024. Kourtni is from Jasper, Alabama, She graduated from Birmingham-Southern College with a B.A. in Political Science, a double minor in Human Rights & Conflict and English Writing, and a distinction in Leadership Studies. Kourtni earned her Juris Doctorate from Cumberland School of Law.

While in law school, Kourtni enjoyed serving as a senior associate editor on the American Journal of Trial Advocacy, as public interest chair on Cumberland’s Public Interest and Community Service Organization, and as a research assistant.

When she’s not working, Kourtni enjoys exploring Birmingham, trying new restaurants, painting, and spending time with her dog, Chance.

M.G. McCartin

Associate

E: mgmccartin@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-721-8825

M.G. McCartin joined Clark, May, Price, Lawley, Duncan & Paul in October 2025. A native of Dallas, Texas, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and Master of Education in Curriculum Studies from Texas Christian University. She later earned her Juris Doctor from the Dedman School of Law at Southern Methodist University.

While in law school, M.G. served as Vice President of the Family Law Association and worked in the VanSickle Family Law Clinic, where she gained valuable hands-on experience assisting clients. She was also a member of the Real Estate Law Association and clerked with title and real estate companies, where she developed an interest in property and other complex legal matters.

Outside of work, M.G. enjoys antiquing, traveling to new places, and playing mahjong.

Zane L. Mitchell

Associate

E: zmitchell@clarkmayprice.com

P: 706-616-8378

Zane Mitchell joined the firm as an Associate in September of 2025. His practice includes real estate litigation, construction litigation, premises liability, and municipal/governmental litigation. He is licensed in Alabama.

Zane is a native of Franklin, Georgia, who graduated cum laude from the University of West Georgia, where he served as President of Tau Kappa Epsilon and President of the Interfraternity Council. He later earned his Juris Doctor from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law. While in law school, Zane competed on the National Client Counseling, Mediation, and Negotiation Teams, representing Cumberland at the ABA National Negotiation Competition in 2024. He was President of the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Board and a member of the Student Bar Association, Air & Space Law Society, and Federalist Society.

Outside of work, Zane enjoys watching Georgia football, Braves baseball, hunting, and enjoying the great outdoors.

Hannah Wood

Associate Attorney

E: hwood@clarkmayprice.com

P: 205-304-4729

Hannah Wood joined the firm as an Associate in September of 2025. Hannah was born and raised in Huntsville, Alabama. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of North Alabama with a B.A. in English Literature and a minor in Biology. Hannah earned her Juris Doctor from Cumberland School of Law.

While in law school, Hannah competed on Cumberland’s ABA National Moot Court Team at both the regional and national levels. She was a Senior Associate Editor for and published author in the American Journal of Trial Advocacy. Also, she served as Associate Justice on the Henry Upson Sims Moot Court Board, as well as a member of Cumberland’s Women in Law group.

When she is not working, Hannah enjoys painting, cooking, reading, and traveling.

Stewart Hammons

Associate

E: shammons@clarkmayprice.com

P: 662-299-4824

Stewart Hammons joined Clark May Price in October of 2025. Stewart is a native of Greenwood, Mississippi. He then graduated from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor of Arts in History, with a minor in Chemistry in 2020. Stewart earned his Master's of Arts in History from the University of Mississippi in 2022. He then earned his Juris Doctorate from Samford’s Cumberland School of Law in 2025. He was licensed to practice law and admitted to the Alabama State Bar in October of 2025.

While in law school, Stewart served as the Co-Chair of the Cordell Hull Speaker Forum and Vice President of the Legal Technology Society. Stewart was also a member of the Alabama Student Bar Association, Christian Legal Society, and First-Generation Law Students Society. Stewart is now a member of the Birmingham Bar Association and the Workers Compensation, Litigation, and Young Lawyers sections of the Alabama State Bar.

When he is not working, Stewart enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, and cooking.