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Past Presidents

1984 - Present

Honoring the Legacy and Leadership of Our Past Presidents

1984 Robert A. Jones, Jr.

1985 Robert A. Jones, Jr.

1986 Mayor Ed May

1987 Judge Eugene Verin

1988 W. James Ellison

1989 Judge Houston Brown

1990 Judge Clyde Jones

1991 Deborah Byrd Walker

1992 Samuel Fisher

1993 Henry Penick

1994 Eunice Morrow

1995 Michael Choy

1996 Raymond Johnson

1997 Raymond Johnson

1998 Roderick Walls

1999 Byron Perkins

2000 Tom Larkin

2001 Lawrence Cooper

2002 Abdul Kallon

2003 Charles Brooks

2004 Lynneice Washington

2005 Kerri Page Parker

2006 Daisy Holder

2007 La Veeda Battle

2008 Latanishia Watters

2009 Judge Annetta Verin

2010 Derrick Mills

2011 Diandra Debrosse

2012 Rodney Barganier

2013 O. Tameka Wren

2014 O. Tameka Wren

2015 Barry W. Walker

2016 Ralph Cook

2017 Judge Helen S. Lee

2018 Gaile Pugh-Gratton

2019 Ruby Jackson

2020 Chris Burrell

2021 Sidney Jackson

2022 Richard Rice

2023 Joel Caldwell

2024 Janine L. Smith

The MCBA Team

President

Johnathan F. Austin

Attorney Austin’s practice (Austin Law, PC) focuses on personal injury and mass tort litigation as well as legal consulting for businesses, governmental entities, and non-profit organizations.

President-Elect

Clinton Richardson

Clinton Richardson’s passion for law stems from the intellectual challenges it presents. He enjoys developing and articulating arguments to address complex legal issues, which keeps him engaged and motivated in his profession.

Vice President

Devan L. Byrd

Attorney Devan Byrd is a distinguished legal professional who brings a wealth of experience and a passionate commitment to justice to our firm. Born in Florida and raised in Alabama, Devan’s Southern roots inform her approach to law: a combination of determination, a positive attitude, and excellent communication skills that make her a relentless advocate for her clients. As a key member of our litigation team, Devan embodies our firm’s commitment to a collaborative, team-based approach to case management and litigation strategy.

Treasurer

Sidni Smith

Sidni is an attorney aspiring a career path driven by a combination of public health, law, policy, and service, with a focus on environment, healthcare, and education.

Recording Secretary

Jordan Cade

Jordan Andrews Cade is an attorney with the Environmental Litigation Group, where he brings versatility and dedication to a diverse legal practice. With experience spanning personal injury cases, medical malpractice, product liability, civil rights, and environmental exposure litigation, Jordan has earned a reputation as a "swiss army knife" in the legal field.

Corresponding Secretary

Denzel Okinedo

Denzel builds his client relationships on trust, believing that without it, you have nothing else. Denzel is an attorney in the Birmingham office where he serves as a member of the Economic Development team and practices in the firm’s Corporate & Tax Practice Group.

Parliamentarian

BJ Savage

BJ Savage is an Assistant District Attorney with the Jefferson County District Attorney's Office, Bessemer Division.

Birmingham Bar Foundation Representative

Chris Burrell

Chris Burrell is a true “Son of Birmingham,” with deep ties throughout Alabama.

Magic City Bar Representative for the Birmingham Bar Association

Richard Rice

Richard A. Rice is a Huntsville native. He matriculated at the University of Alabama and majored in Business Administration with a primary concentration in Economics.

Judicial Relations Committee Chair

Judge Chuck Price

Jefferson County, Birmingham Division - 10th Judicial Circuit of Alabama.

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