Overview

Lanier Ford, a full-service law firm in Huntsville, Alabama, is the firm of choice for sophisticated clients in need of practical legal solutions. We are proud to represent an impressive range of clientele, from large, national insurance carriers and local governmental entities to technology startups and individuals. Our clients tell us that they select our firm not only because we have highly rated attorneys, but also because our attorneys are client focused and results driven. As a firm, we strive to build long-term relationships with our individual, corporate, business, and governmental clients. Our commitment to excellent professional service is strengthened by our single-office model and a culture of collaboration among practice groups.

Lanier Ford’s history in the Huntsville community dates back to 1899 when Milton N. Lanier, Sr., opened his solo practice. Shortly afterwards, Earle Ford began his practice in 1916. Attorneys from the predecessor firms of Lanier Shaver & Herring and Ford, Caldwell, Ford & Payne not only provided quality legal services throughout the 20th century, but also established a culture of community leadership that continues today. In 1988, the two firms merged to form Lanier Ford Shaver & Payne P.C., one of Alabama's largest firms at that time. The firm focused from the beginning on recruiting talented lawyers to provide its increasingly sophisticated clientele with the best advice available. In 2009 the firm joined Huntsville’s skyline after moving into its current location at the corner of Clinton Avenue and Memorial Parkway. Like the rest of the Rocket City, Lanier Ford has an eye to the future and values innovation and creativity in providing services to clients.

Founded:
1988
Size:
41
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Practice Areas:
36
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
20

Rankings

Regional

Huntsville

Tier
1
Huntsville
Appellate Practice
Tier
1
Huntsville
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Huntsville
Employment Law - Management
Tier
1
Huntsville
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier
1
Huntsville
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier
1
Huntsville
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

About Our Clients

Our clients are businesses, corporations, professionals (doctors, dentists, accountants, other lawyers, and so forth), public entities (school boards, municipalities, county governments, law enforcement), and individuals.

Rankings

Regional

Huntsville

Tier
1
Huntsville
Appellate Practice
Tier
1
Huntsville
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Huntsville
Employment Law - Management
Tier
1
Huntsville
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier
1
Huntsville
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier
1
Huntsville
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Tier
1
Huntsville
Real Estate Law
Tier
1
Huntsville
Tax Law
Tier
1
Huntsville
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Tier
2
Huntsville
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Tier
2
Huntsville
Corporate Law
Tier
2
Huntsville
Litigation - ERISA
Tier
2
Huntsville
Litigation - First Amendment
Tier
2
Huntsville
Mediation
Tier
2
Huntsville
Patent Law
Tier
3
Huntsville
Litigation - Intellectual Property

Practice Areas

Lanier Ford Shaver & Payne PC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 16 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Appellate Practice
  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
  • Civil Rights Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law
  • Copyright Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Education Law
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Franchise Law
  • Government Contracts
  • Information Technology Law
  • Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Litigation - Banking and Finance
  • Litigation - First Amendment
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Litigation - Municipal
  • Litigation - Real Estate
  • Mediation
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Municipal Law
  • Patent Law
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
  • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
  • Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Real Estate Law
  • Tax Law
  • Technology Law
  • Trade Secrets Law
  • Trademark Law
  • Trusts and Estates
  • Venture Capital Law
  • Water Law
  • Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Lanier Ford Shaver & Payne PC proudly has 20 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Offices & Contacts

Huntsville, AL
2101 West Clinton Avenue, Suite 102
P.O. Box 2087
Huntsville, AL 35805-3093
United States
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