Leroy Maxwell Jr.

Leroy Maxwell Jr. Justia Connect Pro Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›

Maxwell Tillman
  • Personal Injury, Nursing Home Abuse, Civil Rights
  • Alabama, Missouri
Review This Lawyer
Badges
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingSocial Media
Biography

Leroy has focused his practice on Injury Litigation, Civil Rights, and Criminal Defense. Leroy has recovered over 16 Million dollars for Personal Injury and Civil Rights clients. He has also responsible for over 1000 criminal charges being dismissed.
Prior to founding Maxwell + Tillman, Leroy was a senior civil litigator and criminal defense trial lawyer at one of Birmingham's top firms. Leroy also worked as a Fellow with the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), based in Montgomery, Alabama, where he assisted EJI in all areas of Appellate Litigation. In addition, Leroy provided legal assistance to the poor and addressed problems caused by unfair criminal justice policies through education, community outreach efforts, litigation, and policy reform. Recently, Leroy was an instrumental member of the legal team who won two landmark United States Supreme Court victories in Jackson v. Hobbs and Miller v. Alabama.
Leroy has experience in both state and federal court, both in and outside of Alabama. He received his undergraduate degree from Purdue University and his law degree from Valparaiso University School of Law. Outside of work, Leroy enjoys watching Alabama football and spending time with his family.
Education

J.D., Valparaiso University School of Law(cum laude)
M.S., Valparaiso University(cum laude)
B.A., Purdue University
Awards

Super Lawyers- Rising Star 2022
Attorney and Practice Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys 2022
Birmingham Magazine Top Attorneys (Civil Litigation), 2015, 2017, 2018, 2020
Birmingham Magazine Top Attorneys (Appellate) 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017?, 2018
Birmingham Magazine Top Attorneys (Criminal) 2016, 2017, 2018?, 2020
Birmingham Magazine Top Attorneys (Civil Rights) 2016, 2017?, 2020
40 under 40 Top Black Trial Lawyers 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2022
??The American Society of Legal Advocates 40 under 40 Top 2016, 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022

Practice Areas
    Personal Injury
    Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
    Nursing Home Abuse
    Civil Rights
    Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Discrimination, Employment, Fair Housing, Police Misconduct, Privacy Law
Video Conferencing
  • Zoom
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Alabama
Placeholder image for jurisdictions.
Missouri
The Missouri Bar
Placeholder image for jurisdictions.
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney
Maxwell Tillman
- Current
Leroy has focused his practice on Injury Litigation, Civil Rights, and Criminal Defense. Leroy has recovered over 16 Million dollars for Personal Injury and Civil Rights clients. He has also responsible for over 1000 criminal charges being dismissed. Prior to founding Maxwell + Tillman, Leroy was a senior civil litigator and criminal defense trial lawyer at one of Birmingham's top firms. Leroy also worked as a Fellow with the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), based in Montgomery, Alabama, where he assisted EJI in all areas of Appellate Litigation. In addition, Leroy provided legal assistance to the poor and addressed problems caused by unfair criminal justice policies through education, community outreach efforts, litigation, and policy reform. Recently, Leroy was an instrumental member of the legal team who won two landmark United States Supreme Court victories in Jackson v. Hobbs and Miller v. Alabama.
Appellate Attorney
Revill Law Firm
-
Appellate Attorney
Equal Justice Initiative
-
Education
Valparaiso University School of Law
J.D.
Placeholder image for education.
Purdue University - Purdue University
B.A.
Purdue University - Purdue University Logo
Valparaiso University
M.S.
Honors: Cum Laude
Valparaiso University Logo
Awards
Top 100
National Top 100 Black Lawyers
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
40 under 40
The American Society of Legal Advocates
Birmingham Magazine Top Attorneys (Civil Rights)
Birmingham Magazine
40 under 40
The American Society of Legal Advocates
40 under 40
The American Society of Legal Advocates
Birmingham Magazine Top Attorneys (Civil Rights)
Birmingham Magazine
Birmingham Magazine Top Attorneys (Civil Rights)
Birmingham Magazine
Professional Associations
American Bar Association
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
American Association of Justice
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
National Top 100 Black Lawyers
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Magic City Bar Association
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Super Lawyers
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Alabama State Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Publications
Articles & Publications
5 Situations a Personal Injury Lawyer in Birmingham, Alabama Can Help With
Hiring Civil Lawyers in Birmingham, AL: Go To Court or Settle?
What do Alabama Courts Consider When Granting Parole?
When to hire injury trial lawyers after your accident
https://www.mxlawfirm.com/hire-injury-trial-lawyers-after-your-accident
Websites & Blogs
Website
Contact & Map
2326 2nd Ave N
2326 2nd Ave N
2326 2nd Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Telephone: (205) 216-3304
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Toggle tool

There are no recently viewed profiles.

There are no saved profiles.

There are no profiles to compare.