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Morgan B. Franz, Business Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama

focused on Business, Class Action, and General

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Morgan B. Franz is an attorney based in Birmingham, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. Currently practicing at Spotswood Sansom & Sansbury LLC.

Based in
Birmingham, ALABAMA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Class Action · General
  • Handles Business, Class Action, and General matters from Birmingham, ALABAMA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law (2026).

About Morgan B. Franz: Morgan B. Franz is an attorney based in Birmingham, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. Currently practicing at Spotswood Sansom & Sansbury LLC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Morgan takes on

Morgan concentrates on business, class action, general, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Morgan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Birmingham, Alabama

Morgan takes business matters in Birmingham, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Morgan agrees to represent you.

Class Action cases in Birmingham, Alabama

Morgan takes class action matters in Birmingham, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Morgan agrees to represent you.

General cases in Birmingham, Alabama

Morgan takes general matters in Birmingham, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Morgan agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Birmingham, Alabama

Morgan takes litigation matters in Birmingham, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Morgan agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Birmingham, Alabama

Morgan takes product liability matters in Birmingham, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Morgan agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Morgan B. Franz — business lawyer in Birmingham

Morgan B. Franz is an attorney based in Birmingham, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. Currently practicing at Spotswood Sansom & Sansbury LLC.

Morgan B. Franz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs.

Morgan B., who practices law in Birmingham, Alabama, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Morgan B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Morgan's approach to business cases

Morgan B. Franz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Morgan B., who practices law in Birmingham, Alabama, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Morgan B. is held by other top…

Clients Morgan works with

Morgan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and general matters in Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Pepperdine University

    J.D. · 2014

Morgan studied at J.D. in Pepperdine University.

Law school and academic background

Morgan completed J.D. in Pepperdine University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Morgan runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Morgan has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026).

Locations

Morgan B. Franz's office in Birmingham

Morgan's primary office is at 505 20th Street North, Suite 700, Birmingham, Alabama, 35203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Spotswood Sansom & Sansbury LLC

505 20th Street North, Suite 700

Birmingham, Alabama 35203

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Hiring guide

How to hire Morgan B. Franz — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Morgan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Morgan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Morgan's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Morgan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Birmingham, Alabama

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Morgan

Morgan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Morgan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Morgan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Morgan B. Franz

  • How much does it cost to hire Morgan for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Morgan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Morgan offer a free consultation?

    Morgan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Morgan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Morgan's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Alabama typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Morgan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Morgan take my case if I'm outside Birmingham?

    Morgan is licensed in Alabama. Matters governed by Alabama law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Morgan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Morgan?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Morgan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Morgan accepting new business clients right now?

    Morgan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Birmingham, Montgomery and Mobile in Alabama

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