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Directory of employment lawyers in Decatur, Alabama. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
18 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Decatur, AL
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Showing 18 employment lawyers in Decatur, AL
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Express Employment Professionals
607 Church St NE C, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 822-1000 expresspros.com
Morris, King & Hodge, P.C.
14 Lee St Office 105, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 685-4116 mkhlawyers.com
Allen R. Stoner, Attorney at Law
215 2nd Ave SE, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 355-7670 allenstonerlaw.com
Ferguson & Ferguson Attorneys at Law
211 Oak St NE, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 350-7200 fergusonferguson.com
Garnett Patterson Injury Lawyers, LLC
108 4th Ave NE Ste 200B, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 445-4773 gpinjurylaw.com
McBride Richardson & Gullion, P. C.
225 Grant St SE, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 350-4100 mrgpc.com
Burney & Burney
433 Johnston St SE, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 350-9988 attorneyburney.com
Nowlin, Bachuss and Gray
118 Moulton St E, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 353-8601
Pitts & Zanaty LLC
721 McGlathery Ln SE, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 260-8180 rdpitts.com
The Reeves Law Firm
232 Moulton St E, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 355-3311 thereeveslawfirm.com
Ogle Law Firm, LLC
207 Johnston St SE Suite 101, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 340-3445 oglelawfirmllc.com
White and Iverson, LLC
219 Moulton St E, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 355-1100 whiteandiverson.com
Powell & Roberts, LLC
247 Moulton St E C, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 353-6612 decaturlawyer.com
L.N. Pearson Attorney At Law
708 6th Ave SE, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 560-2465 rymaps.xyz
Harris Caddell & Shanks PC
214 Johnston St SE, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 340-8000 harriscaddell.com
Meagan Yarbrough, LLC
715 6th Ave SE, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 822-1529 yarbroughattorney.com
Cole Law Firm, LLC
601 Bank St NE, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 353-0550 carlcolelaw.com
Eyster Key Tubb Roth Middleton & Adams LLP
108 4th Ave NE 2nd floor, Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 353-6761 eysterkeylaw.com
Employment lawyers in Decatur, Alabama assist workers with issues like wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, and unpaid wages. Alabama is an at-will employment state, meaning an employer can fire a worker for any reason not prohibited by law. However, state and federal laws still protect employees from discrimination based on race, gender, age, or disability, and from retaliation for reporting violations.
What Does a Employment Lawyer in Decatur Cost?
Employment lawyers in Alabama often charge on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your recovery, usually between 25 and 40 percent. Some lawyers charge an hourly rate ranging from 200 to 500 dollars per hour. Initial consultations are often free. Costs vary by case complexity and location. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time limit to file an employment claim in Alabama?
For most employment discrimination claims under federal law, you must file a charge with the EEOC within 180 days of the incident. For claims under the Alabama Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the deadline is 180 days as well. Always check with a lawyer because deadlines vary by claim type.
Can I be fired for no reason in Decatur, Alabama?
Yes, because Alabama is an at-will employment state. Your employer can fire you for any reason or no reason, as long as it is not illegal. Illegal reasons include discrimination based on race, gender, religion, or retaliation for reporting safety violations or wage theft.
What damages can I recover in an Alabama employment lawsuit?
You may recover lost wages, benefits, and compensation for emotional distress. In some cases, you can also get punitive damages if the employer acted with malice. Alabama law does not cap damages for all claims, but federal law limits some awards based on employer size.
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