Adam Pflaum, Construction Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama
Over 7 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, General, and Insurance
Birmingham, AL
Practicing construction in Birmingham since 2019.
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Adam Pflaum is an attorney based in Birmingham, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Adam has over 7 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Birmingham, ALABAMA
- Experience
- over 7 years
- Known for
- Construction · General · Insurance
- Handles Construction, General, and Insurance matters from Birmingham, ALABAMA.
- Over 7 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).
About Adam Pflaum: Adam Pflaum is an attorney based in Birmingham, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Adam has over 7 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Adam's practice areas in Birmingham
Adam concentrates on construction, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Adam handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Construction cases in Birmingham, Alabama
Adam takes construction 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 Adam agrees to represent you.
General cases in Birmingham, Alabama
Adam 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 Adam agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Birmingham, Alabama
Adam takes insurance 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 Adam agrees to represent you.
Biography
Adam Pflaum, construction attorney serving Birmingham
Adam Pflaum is an attorney based in Birmingham, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Adam has over 7 years of legal experience. Adam works from Birmingham, Alabama and takes on construction matters across the region.
Adam is a graduate of the University of Alabama Honors College with a B.A. in Criminal Justice and obtained his J.D. from Samford University, Cumberland School of Law. While at Cumberland, Adam served as President of the Air & Space Law Society and received the CALI Excellence Award for Bioethics and the Law. Adam always aspired to practice law having grown up watching his dad practice law. Adam enjoys performing defense work and having the opportunity to get to know clients and guide them through difficult experiences. At Christian & Small, Adam will focus his practice on construction, insurance, and transportation defense work.
Adam is married and he and his wife have a 1 1/2-year-old little girl. When not practicing law, Adam enjoys fishing, hunting, and watching college football.
How Adam handles construction matters
Adam is a graduate of the University of Alabama Honors College with a B.A. in Criminal Justice and obtained his J.D. from Samford University, Cumberland School of Law. While at Cumberland, Adam served as President of the Air & Space Law Society and received the CALI Excellence Award for Bioethics and the Law. Adam always aspired to practice law having grown up watching his dad practice law. Adam…
The kind of cases Adam takes
Adam reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, general, and insurance matters in Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Adam studied and practices
The University of Alabama
J.D. · 2019
Jurisdictions
Adam's state bar admissions
Alabama, Alabama Sta
2019 · ACTIVE
Adam studied at J.D. in The University of Alabama.
Law school and academic background
Adam completed J.D. in The University of Alabama. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Adam runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Adam's legal honors and published work
Adam has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law (2026).
Locations
Adam Pflaum's office in Birmingham
Adam's primary office is at 505 North 20th Street, Birmingham, Alabama, 35203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Adam Pflaum — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Adam usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Adam charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adam'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; Adam will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Birmingham, Alabama
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Adam
Adam discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Adam confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Adam's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Adam Pflaum
How much does it cost to hire Adam for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Adam walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Adam offer a free consultation?
Adam charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adam's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Adam's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Alabama typically take?
Simple construction 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. Adam gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Adam take my case if I'm outside Birmingham?
Adam 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 — Adam 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 Adam?
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. Adam will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Adam accepting new construction clients right now?
Adam's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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