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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Birmingham, AL·8 offices

Firm Overview

Bradley Arant is the preeminent law firm in Alabama and one of the leading firms across the Southeast, with a particularly strong litigation and labor & employment practice. The firm's growth into other Southeast markets reflects its strength as a regional powerhouse.

Associate Experience

Associates at Bradley gain substantive experience in a firm that occupies a market-leading position in its home markets. The culture is collegial and the Southeast market provides meaningful early responsibility.

Lateral Recruiting Context

Bradley is an active lateral recruiter in litigation, labor & employment, and corporate across its Southeast markets. For attorneys interested in Alabama, Tennessee, or the broader Southeast, Bradley is consistently the leading destination.

Exploring Opportunities at Bradley?

VortexLegal has relationships at Bradley and can give you a candid read on whether your background is a strong fit — and what the lateral process typically looks like.

Rankings

TierAmLaw 200

Firm Size

Total Lawyers718
Associates257
Partners386
Counsel69
Assoc : Partner0.7 : 1

*as of May 2026

Chambers USA Band 1

  • Labor & Employment

Practice Strengths

LitigationCorporateReal EstateLabor & EmploymentHealthcareFinancial Services

Key Markets

BirminghamHuntsvilleMontgomeryNashvilleCharlotteJacksonTampaWashington DC