
Litigation: Appellate
USA Guide 2026 : Alabama
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Strengths
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The team's strength is its attention to detail and knowledge of courts.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAThe team at Burr & Forman is keenly analytical, and able to articulate and present arguments in a way that has impact to the appellate courts.
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C Paul Cavender
Paul Cavender is well known for his work representing clients in the manufacturing sector in high-value mesothelioma and other asbestos-related claims. He also defends companies against toxic torts and class actions.
Band 1 
Band 1 
Forrest Latta
Forrest Latta has considerable experience handling appeals relating to trade secrets disputes and insurance claims. He leads Burr & Forman LLP's appellate team. He is a great lawyer.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAForrest is an excellent appellate litigator.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAForrest Latta is extremely knowledgeable and has a good presence.
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Rik S Tozzi
Rik Tozzi is highly regarded for his skilled representation of healthcare and financial services clients. He handles both individual litigation and class actions, as well as government investigations. Rik is always easy to get hold of and his understanding of the litigation landscape is masterful. He is a huge asset and not someone we could replace.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAHe is a top-notch litigator who gives practical, actionable advice and has a clear understanding of risks and rewards.
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Band 3 Band 3 Victor L. Hayslip
Victor Hayslip regularly works with big-name corporations on a range of disputes. He often handles IP and trade secrets cases.
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