Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Montgomery, AL
Since 1947, Copeland Franco has provided comprehensive legal representation to clients across Alabama, combining decades of experience with a commitment to strategic legal counsel. Our attorneys, graduates of top national law schools, bring extensive courtroom experience and specialized expertise in areas including litigation, commercial law, tax law, and estate planning. Recognized for excellence through inductions into the American College of Trial Lawyers and American College of Appellate Lawyers, we pride ourselves on adaptability, personal attention, and innovative service. With a history of shaping legal leaders and three former partners appointed as federal judges, we maintain a legacy of excellence in an evolving justice system.Our practice spans plaintiffs and defendants, Fortune 500 companies to individuals, and includes alternative fee arrangements tailored to client needs. We bridge traditional legal boundaries, offering versatility in litigation and transactional matters while maintaining rigorous attention to detail. Our proprietary strategies in wealth transfer and asset protection reflect a multi-generational commitment to client service. Through forensic accounting capabilities and IRS representation, we address complex tax challenges with proven expertise. This heritage of excellence continues to define our approach to legal practice.
Services
Administrative Law
Insurance Coverage Litigation
Appellate Litigation
Commercial Transactions
Commercial Litigation
Domestic and Family Law
General Civil Litigation
Personal Injury
Commercial Real Estate
Wills, Trusts, and Estates
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- Decades of experience serving Alabama clients since 1947
- Specialized expertise in litigation, commercial law, and tax matters
- Alternative fee arrangements tailored to client needs
- Recognized by prestigious legal organizations including the American College of Trial Lawyers
- Three former partners appointed as federal judges
Associations and certifications
- American College of Trial Lawyers
- American College of Appellate Lawyers
Services
Appellate Litigation
Copeland Franco handles complex appellate cases in state and federal courts. Our attorneys have participated in over 350 reported decisions, ensuring thorough case management through all legal stages. We combine deep procedural knowledge with strategic advocacy to achieve favorable outcomes for clients in appellate proceedings.
Commercial Transactions
We advise banks and corporations on mergers, acquisitions, and business formations. Our expertise covers entity structuring, debt transactions, and business succession planning. With decades of experience, we ensure compliance and strategic alignment in complex commercial transactions for both national corporations and family-owned businesses.
Wills, Trusts, and Estates
Since 1947, we've provided comprehensive estate planning services including wills, trusts, and probate litigation. Our attorneys offer tailored solutions for wealth transfer, asset protection, and multi-generational planning. We combine legal expertise with personalized counsel to address both individual and business estate needs.
Commercial Real Estate
We represent clients in commercial real estate transactions including shopping centers and office parks. Services cover negotiations, title examination, and closings as agents for national title insurers. Our practice addresses development, financing, and dispute resolution for commercial property owners and lenders.
Tax Law
Our tax attorneys manage complex U.S. tax code challenges, including IRS representation and forensic accounting. With decades of experience, we provide strategic planning for individuals and businesses, addressing compliance, dispute resolution, and tax-efficient transaction structuring in evolving regulatory environments.
People
Lee Copeland
Attorney
Experienced litigator with decades of courtroom expertise, specializing in complex commercial disputes and appellate advocacy. Recognized for strategic legal analysis and client-focused representation.
Richard H. Gill
Attorney
Veteran trial lawyer with extensive experience in civil litigation and commercial transactions. Served as clerk at federal court levels, bringing practical insights to client representation.
Alan E. Rothfeder
Attorney
Specializes in estate planning and tax law, with a focus on multi-generational wealth transfer strategies. Combines legal expertise with personalized counsel for individual and business clients.
John A. Henig, Jr.
Attorney
Seasoned practitioner in commercial real estate and corporate law, representing major developers and lenders in complex transactions across Alabama's business landscape.
Bobby Segall
Attorney
Focuses on domestic litigation and general civil matters, employing strategic negotiation skills to achieve optimal outcomes in family law and civil disputes.
Questions
What practice areas does Copeland Franco specialize in?
We specialize in appellate litigation, commercial transactions, tax law, estate planning, commercial real estate, and civil litigation, among other legal areas.
How long has Copeland Franco been in practice?
Our firm has provided legal services since 1947, with a legacy of excellence spanning nearly a century in Alabama.
Do you offer alternative fee arrangements?
Yes, we offer flexible billing options including hourly rates, contingency fees, and alternative fee arrangements tailored to client needs.
What makes Copeland Franco different from other law firms?
Our unique combination of courtroom experience, recognition by national legal organizations, and personalized service distinguishes us in Alabama's legal community.
Can you handle complex tax and estate matters?
Yes, we have decades of experience managing complex tax issues, estate planning, and wealth transfer strategies for individuals and businesses.
