Robert Hawthorne, Insurance Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Litigation
PartneratGaines Gault Hendrix Pc
Birmingham, AL
Practicing insurance in Birmingham since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
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Robert Hawthorne is a partner based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Robert has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gaines Gault Hendrix Pc.
- Based in
- Birmingham, AL
- Experience
- over 18 years
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- Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Insurance and Litigation matters from Birmingham, AL.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Robert Hawthorne: Robert Hawthorne is a partner based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Robert has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gaines Gault Hendrix Pc.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Robert Hawthorne
Robert concentrates on insurance and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Birmingham, Alabama
Robert 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Birmingham, Alabama
Robert takes litigation 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Robert Hawthorne — Over 18 years of Alabama insurance experience
Robert Hawthorne is a partner based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Robert has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gaines Gault Hendrix Pc.
Trey grew up in Trussville, Alabama, and went to college at Auburn, where he was an active member of his fraternity. He has a beautiful three year old daughter named Devon, as well as a Border Collie and panther sized cat.
Prior to joining the firm in 2014, Trey handled cases in a wide variety of areas, ranging from bankruptcy and family law to catastrophic personal injury, class actions, and appeals before the 11th Circuit. He has worked on matters as small as drafting standard wills and incorporating single member LLCs to matters as large as the administration of mass tort settlements of over $140 million. As a result, Trey considers himself to be a very well rounded lawyer, with at least a working knowledge of nearly every area of law he might encounter.
Trey is an avid supporter of all things Auburn, and loves the outdoors. Outside of the office, he has worked with the Arthritis Foundation, the Muscular Dystrophy Association and the United Way, and is an active member of Briarwood Presbyterian Church.
Working with Robert on a insurance matter
Trey grew up in Trussville, Alabama, and went to college at Auburn, where he was an active member of his fraternity. He has a beautiful three year old daughter named Devon, as well as a Border Collie and panther sized cat. Prior to joining the firm in 2014, Trey handled cases in a wide variety of areas, ranging from bankruptcy and family law to catastrophic personal injury, class actions, and…
Who Robert represents
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and litigation matters in Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area.
Credentials
Robert Hawthorne's legal education and bar admissions
University of Alabama School of Law
J.D. · 2008
Auburn University
B.A. · 2005
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
Alabama
2008 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in University of Alabama School of Law and B.A. in Auburn University.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in University of Alabama School of Law and B.A. in Auburn University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Robert Hawthorne's office in Birmingham
Robert's primary office is at 361 Summit Boulevard, Suite 200, Birmingham, AL, 35243. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Gaines Gault Hendrix Pc
361 Summit Boulevard, Suite 200
Birmingham, AL 35243
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How to hire Robert Hawthorne — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert'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; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Birmingham, Alabama
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert Hawthorne
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Alabama typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Birmingham?
Robert 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 — Robert 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 Robert?
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. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new insurance clients right now?
Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Birmingham, Montgomery and Mobile in Alabama
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