Don McKenna

Don McKenna, Personal Injury Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama

Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, Product Liability, and Wrongful Death · 4.9/5 rating from 22 verified client reviews

Of CounselatFarris Riley Pitt Llp

Birmingham, AL

Practicing personal injury in Birmingham since 1995.

31+
Years practicing
4.9 ★
22 client reviews

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Don McKenna is an of counsel based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Product Liability, and Wrongful Death. Don has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Farris Riley Pitt Llp. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 22 client reviews.

Based in
Birmingham, AL
Experience
over 31 years
Known for
Personal Injury · Product Liability · Wrongful Death
  • Handles Personal Injury, Product Liability, and Wrongful Death matters from Birmingham, AL.
  • Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Don McKenna: Don McKenna is an of counsel based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Product Liability, and Wrongful Death. Don has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Farris Riley Pitt Llp. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 22 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Don takes on

Don concentrates on personal injury, product liability, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Don handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Birmingham, Alabama

Don takes personal injury 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 Don agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Birmingham, Alabama

Don 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 Don agrees to represent you.

Wrongful Death cases in Birmingham, Alabama

Don takes wrongful death 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 Don agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Don McKenna — personal injury lawyer in Birmingham

Don McKenna is an of counsel based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Product Liability, and Wrongful Death. Don has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Farris Riley Pitt Llp. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 22 client reviews.

Don McKenna is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, products liability. Don received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years. Don practices at Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP in Birmingham, AL.

How Don handles personal injury matters

Don McKenna is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, products liability. Don received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years. Don practices at Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP in Birmingham, AL.

The kind of cases Don takes

Don reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, product liability, and wrongful death matters in Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Cumberland School of Law

    J.D. · 1995

  • Auburn University

    B.S. Finance · 1992

Don studied at J.D. in Cumberland School of Law and B.S. Finance in Auburn University.

Law school and academic background

Don completed J.D. in Cumberland School of Law and B.S. Finance in Auburn University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Don runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Don has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Don's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Birmingham and American Bar Associations Alabama State Bar Alabama Association for Justice (Member, Executive Committee) American Association for Justice

    membership

Locations

Don McKenna's office in Birmingham

Don's primary office is at 1728 3rd Avenue North, Fifth Floor, Birmingham, AL, 35203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Farris Riley Pitt Llp

1728 3rd Avenue North, Fifth Floor

Birmingham, AL 35203

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Don McKenna — 4.9/5 rating from 22 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Don. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Birmingham.

4.9

22 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Don McKenna — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Don charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Don'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; Don will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Birmingham, Alabama

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Don

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury 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. Don confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Don McKenna

  • How much does it cost to hire Don for a personal injury case?

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

  • Does Don offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do personal injury cases in Alabama typically take?

    Simple personal injury 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. Don gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Don 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 — Don 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 Don?

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

  • Is Don accepting new personal injury clients right now?

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

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Birmingham, Montgomery and Mobile in Alabama

Don handles personal injury matters throughout Alabama. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.

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