Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Montgomery, AL
Capell & Howard, established in 1947, is a distinguished law firm headquartered in Montgomery, Alabama, with additional offices in Auburn-Opelika and Tuscaloosa. Our firm combines deep local roots with a global network through SCG Legal, enabling us to serve clients across the Southeast, nationally, and internationally. With 29 attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers in America, we offer expertise in over 30 practice areas, including construction law, commercial real estate, environmental law, and healthcare. Our attorneys have held prominent public roles, reflecting our commitment to civic engagement and legal excellence. We provide tailored solutions for complex legal challenges, emphasizing strategic counsel, advocacy, and client service.Our multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive support for businesses, individuals, and public entities. Recognized for innovation in administrative law and alternative dispute resolution, we deliver cost-effective outcomes through mediation, arbitration, and litigation. Our environmental law team advises on regulatory compliance and remediation, while our corporate practice supports business formation and growth. With a legacy of public service and a focus on emerging legal trends, we maintain a client-centric approach grounded in integrity and results-driven representation.
Services
Environmental Law
Commercial Real Estate
Construction Law
Corporate Governance
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We have 75 years of legal experience serving Alabama and the Southeast.
- 29 attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch.
- Member of SCG Legal, a global network of 125 law firms in 65 countries.
- Our attorneys have held key government roles including U.S. Attorney and State Supreme Court Justice.
- Specialized practice groups in construction law, environmental regulation, and corporate governance.
Associations and certifications
- Best Lawyers in America
- SCG Legal
Services
Environmental Law
Our Environmental Law Department assists clients with permit acquisition, regulatory compliance, and remediation strategies for hazardous substances. We represent municipal authorities, industrial facilities, and developers in state and federal environmental matters. With decades of experience, we provide strategic counsel on risk management and environmental litigation.
Commercial Real Estate
We handle all aspects of commercial real estate transactions including zoning approvals, lease negotiations, and financing structures. Our attorneys represent developers in construction financing, tax increment financing, and mixed-use development projects across the Southeast United States.
Construction Law
Our Construction & Procurement Department drafts contracts, resolves disputes, and represents clients in bid protests. We have extensive experience with bond claims, mechanics liens, and licensing issues for contractors throughout Alabama's construction industry.
Corporate Governance
We advise corporations on entity formation, operational matters, and transactional documents including buy-sell agreements and employment contracts. Our practice includes representation of publicly traded companies and nonprofit organizations in governance matters.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Our ADR practice includes court-appointed mediators and arbitrators handling commercial, construction, and consumer disputes. We offer cost-effective solutions through our membership in the American Arbitration Association and Alabama Center for Dispute Resolution.
People
Timothy J. F. Gallagher
Shareholder
Experienced attorney specializing in business law and corporate governance with extensive transactional expertise.
Raley L. Wiggins
Shareholder
Recognized expert in commercial real estate and construction law with decades of practice.
Ashley H. Freeman
Attorney
Skilled legal practitioner focusing on environmental law and regulatory compliance matters.
J. Mitchell Sikes
Associate
Emerging talent in corporate law with specialization in business formation and governance.
John E. Searcy, Jr.
Of Counsel
Seasoned attorney providing strategic counsel in construction and procurement law matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Capell & Howard specialize in?
We specialize in construction law, commercial real estate, environmental regulation, corporate governance, and alternative dispute resolution with 29 Best Lawyers-recognized attorneys.
Where does Capell & Howard operate?
We serve clients across Alabama and the Southeast United States from offices in Montgomery, Auburn-Opelika, and Tuscaloosa.
How experienced is Capell & Howard's legal team?
Our firm has practiced Alabama law for 75 years with attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers in America since 1947.
Does Capell & Howard handle complex litigation?
Yes, we represent clients in complex commercial litigation, including class actions and multi-state transactions.
What professional recognitions has Capell & Howard received?
29 attorneys are recognized by Best Lawyers in America, and we maintain membership in the global SCG Legal network.
