Cavender C. "Chris" Kimble, Employment Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama

Cavender concentrates on employment, health care, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cavender handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Employment

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Cavender's primary office is at 1901 Sixth Avenue North, Suite 1500, Birmingham, Alabama, 35203-4642. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Cavender for a employment case?

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

• Does Cavender offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do employment cases in Alabama typically take?

  Simple employment 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. Cavender gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Cavender 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 — Cavender 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 Cavender?

  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. Cavender will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Cavender accepting new employment clients right now?

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