
David Proctor, Employment Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Medical Malpractice · 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
PartneratHall Booth Smith P C
Birmingham, AL
Practicing employment in Birmingham since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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David Proctor is a partner based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Medical Malpractice. David has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith P C. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Birmingham, AL
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Medical Malpractice
- Handles Employment, General, and Medical Malpractice matters from Birmingham, AL.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David Proctor: David Proctor is a partner based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Medical Malpractice. David has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith P C. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
David's practice areas in Birmingham
David concentrates on employment, general, medical malpractice, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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Medical Malpractice
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Product Liability
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Employment cases in Birmingham, Alabama
David takes employment 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 David agrees to represent you.
General cases in Birmingham, Alabama
David 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 David agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Birmingham, Alabama
David takes medical malpractice 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 David agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Birmingham, Alabama
David 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
David Proctor, employment attorney serving Birmingham
David Proctor is a partner based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Medical Malpractice. David has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith P C. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews. David works from Birmingham, Alabama and takes on employment matters across the region.
David Proctor is the managing partner of Hall Booth Smith’s Birmingham, Alabama, office. He has over 30 years of trial experience, including defending physicians in medical malpractice actions, breach of warranty, and fraud defense on behalf of automobile manufacturers, complex products liability cases, defending management in employment discrimination cases and EEOC matters, and consumer finance arbitration work in the financial services industry.
He has tried dozens of jury trials to verdict in various state and federal courts in Alabama. David is also a civil mediator registered with the Alabama Center for Dispute Resolution
As a Birmingham native, he is active in the community as a member of The Rotary Club of Birmingham and an active parishioner and former member of the Vestry of the Cathedral Church of the Advent (Episcopal). Previously, he served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Greater Alabama Council of the Boy Scouts of America and the Birmingham Business Alliance.
Recognition
•The Best Lawyers in America , Best Lawyers, 2009-2026
•Awarded in: Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
•Mid-South Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, 2012-2023
•AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
•Alabama Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, 2014-2017
•American Board of Trial Advocates
In the Press
HBS Attorneys Recognized in 2024 Mid-South Super Lawyers Awards
November 21, 2024
HBS has been recognized for its outstanding legal work as 10 of its attorneys are selected to the 2024 Mid-South Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.
Working with David on a employment matter
David Proctor is the managing partner of Hall Booth Smith’s Birmingham, Alabama, office. He has over 30 years of trial experience, including defending physicians in medical malpractice actions, breach of warranty, and fraud defense on behalf of automobile manufacturers, complex products liability cases, defending management in employment discrimination cases and EEOC matters, and consumer finance…
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and medical malpractice matters in Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area.
Credentials
Credentials — where David studied and practices
The University of Alabama School of Law
J.D. · 1984
Washington and Lee University
B.A. · 1981
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Mississippi U.S. Cou
2005 · ACTIVE
Alabama
1984 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in The University of Alabama School of Law and B.A. in Washington and Lee University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in The University of Alabama School of Law and B.A. in Washington and Lee University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
David's legal honors and published work
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
David Proctor's office in Birmingham
David's primary office is at Suite 870, 2001 Park Place North, Birmingham, AL, 35203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hall Booth Smith P C
Suite 870, 2001 Park Place North
Birmingham, AL 35203
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Client reviews of David Proctor — 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Birmingham.
5.0
3 client reviews
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How to hire David Proctor — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Birmingham, Alabama
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 David
David 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Proctor
How much does it cost to hire David for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check David'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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Birmingham?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new employment clients right now?
David'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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