Business Details
40 Years
experience
Alabama Legal Advocates Since 1986
Boardman Carr is a full-service law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation to individuals, businesses, and governmental entities across Alabama. With over 190 years of collective experience, our team of attorneys brings a collaborative approach to complex legal challenges, emphasizing clear communication, perseverance, and trust. Our practice spans federal, state, and municipal courts, with a proven track record in appellate advocacy, including over 70 cases before the Alabama Supreme Court and 90% success rate in appellate defense.Our attorneys hold leadership roles in state and local bar associations and include a retired judge with 18 years of judicial experience. We specialize in education law, municipal law, personal injury, family law, business litigation, and real estate transactions, among other practice areas.
Services
Education Law
Municipal Law
Personal Injury
Family Law
Business Litigation
Workers' Compensation
Real Estate Law
Wills & Estates
Probate
Employment Law
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 190 years of collective legal experience in Alabama courts
- Our team includes a retired Circuit Court judge with 18 years of service
- We maintain 90% success rate in appellate court representations
- Our attorneys hold leadership roles in Alabama State Bar associations
- We practice in all Alabama federal, state, and municipal court systems
What people say
Proven track record
Knowledgeable attorneys
Effective representation
Strong communication
Legal excellence
Services
Education Law
Our firm provides comprehensive legal representation for educational institutions and professionals. We handle complex education law matters including student rights, special education compliance, teacher contracts, and school board governance. With extensive experience in both state and federal courts, we represent public and private educational entities in litigation, policy development, and administrative proceedings across Alabama.
Municipal Law
Boardman Carr offers specialized legal counsel to municipal governments and local agencies. Our practice includes advising on zoning regulations, public finance, government contracts, and compliance with state and federal laws. We represent cities and counties in litigation matters while providing proactive legal guidance to ensure effective governance and risk management for Alabama municipalities.
Appellate Practice
Our attorneys have extensive experience in appellate litigation, having handled over 70 cases before the Alabama Supreme Court and Court of Civil Appeals. We specialize in complex legal analysis and persuasive brief writing, maintaining a 90% success rate in appellate defense. Our practice also includes federal appellate representation in the Eleventh Circuit and US Supreme Court.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury litigation involving automobile accidents, workplace injuries, and insurance disputes. Our approach combines thorough case investigation with aggressive advocacy to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We handle both trial court proceedings and appellate representation for injury claims across Alabama.
Business Litigation
Our firm provides strategic legal solutions for business disputes and commercial litigation. We represent corporations and small businesses in contract disputes, employment matters, and regulatory compliance issues. With deep understanding of Alabama's business environment, we offer practical legal counsel to protect commercial interests in both state and federal court systems.
People
Mark S. Boardman
Attorney
With decades of legal experience, Mark Boardman focuses on appellate practice and municipal law. He has successfully represented clients in numerous Alabama Supreme Court cases and maintains a strong record in local government legal matters.
Teresa B. Petelos
Attorney
Teresa Petelos specializes in education law and special needs advocacy. Her practice includes representing school districts and parents in complex education-related legal disputes across Alabama's public school systems.
Clay R. Carr
Attorney
Clay Carr concentrates on business litigation and real estate law. He has extensive experience in commercial disputes and property transactions, serving both individual and corporate clients throughout Alabama.
Katherine H. Watkins
Attorney
Katherine Watkins focuses on family law and personal injury cases. She advocates for clients in divorce proceedings, child custody matters, and injury claims resulting from accidents and workplace incidents.
Daniel P. Ogle
Attorney
Daniel Ogle handles employment law and workers' compensation cases. He represents both employers and employees in labor disputes, workplace safety issues, and insurance claims across various industries.
Questions
What areas of law does Boardman Carr specialize in?
We specialize in education law, municipal law, personal injury, family law, business litigation, workers' compensation, real estate law, and appellate practice across Alabama.
How experienced is the legal team at Boardman Carr?
Our attorneys have over 190 years of combined experience, including representation in 70+ Alabama Supreme Court cases and 90% appellate success rate.
Does Boardman Carr handle cases outside Alabama?
While our primary focus is Alabama law, we handle federal appellate cases in the Eleventh Circuit and US Supreme Court when representing our clients.
What makes Boardman Carr different from other law firms?
Our unique combination of collective experience, including a retired judge and multiple bar association leaders, provides strategic advantages in legal representation.
How does the firm approach client communication?
We prioritize clear, consistent communication and personalized attention to ensure clients understand their legal options and case progress.
Can I schedule a consultation with Boardman Carr attorneys?
Yes, we offer initial consultations to discuss your legal needs. Contact us at 205-678-8000 to speak with an attorney about your case.
