L. William Smith

In the pursuit of justice, L. William Smith stands as a beacon of hope for those seeking redress in the realms of civil rights, employment litigation and personal injury. As a member of Wiggins Childs Pantazis Fisher Goldfarb, LLC, in Birmingham, Alabama, he has established himself as a formidable advocate for the rights of individuals and communities. Throughout his career, Mr. Smith has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to combating discrimination, retaliation and governmental abuse. His competence in wage and hour collective action cases, whistleblower and qui tam matters, and personal injury and wrongful death cases has earned him a reputation as a fearless and dedicated champion of justice. With a strong academic foundation, Mr. Smith graduated from Stanford University with a BA/MA in 2000, followed by a J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley in 2009. This robust educational background has equipped him with the intellectual rigor and analytical prowess to tackle complex legal challenges. Licensed to practice law in both Alabama and California, his legal reach extends to various courts, including: The Supreme Court of Alabama The Supreme Court of California The U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama The U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Central Districts of California The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th and 11th Circuits As a respected member of the legal community, Mr. Smith is dedicated to advancing the cause of justice and equality. His professional affiliations and associations reflect his unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal practice and protecting individual rights.