John Isaac Southerland
Huie Fernambucq & Stewart, LLP • Birmingham, AL
InsurancePersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
jsoutherland@huielaw.com
Phone
(888) 528-6023
Address
2801 Highway 280 S Ste 200, Birmingham, AL, 35223-2484, US
Professional
About
John Isaac Southerland is a partner at Huie, Fernambucq & Stewart, LLP, located in Birmingham, Alabama. He specializes in areas such as product liability, personal injury defense, insurance defense, and towing and recovery liability. John brings a wealth of experience to his practice, representing a diverse clientele that includes automotive companies, heavy equipment manufacturers, product manufacturers, trucking firms, and towing and recovery businesses at local, regional, and national levels. In addition to his extensive legal expertise, John is an Eagle Scout and remains actively involved with the Boy Scouts of America, demonstrating his commitment to community service and youth development. He and his wife, Jenny, are proud residents of Birmingham, where they are raising their two sons, Isaac and Taylor. The Southerland family is an integral part of Asbury United Methodist Church, where John serves on the Church Council, contributing to the church's mission and community outreach. With a strong focus on client needs and a proven track record in his practice areas, John Isaac Southerland is a trusted advocate for those navigating the complexities of insurance and personal injury law. His commitment to excellence and strategic approach to legal challenges make him a valuable asset to both his clients and the legal community.
About Insurance Law
Insurance attorneys handle disputes between policyholders and insurance companies. They fight for fair claim settlements and represent clients in bad faith cases. Common matters include denied claims, bad faith insurance, coverage disputes, policy interpretation.
Credentials
Education
2004 Samford University, Cumberland School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2000 University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2015 Rising Star - Product Liability Defense, Alabama Super Lawyers 2014 Rising Star - Product Liability Defense, Alabama Super Lawyers
Publications
2015 Defense Research Institute DRI Product Liability Case Law Update - D.C. Circuit 2014 American Journal of Trial Advocacy "Personal Responsibility in Product Liability: Who is Responsible for What and Why?" 2014 Alabama Defense Lawyers Association Journal "But We All Agreed to Confidentiality? Preserving Confidentiality of a Settlement Agreement" 2012 The Alabama Lawyer "Crashworthiness - Based Product Liability and Contributory Negligence in the Use of the Product"
Associations
2014 - Present Defense Research Institute - Product Liability Committee Member 2014 - Present Claims & LItigation Management Alliance - Product Liability Committee Member 2013 - Present James Edwin Horton Inn Of Court Barrister 2004 - Present Alabama State Bar Member in Good Standing 2004 - Present Birmingham Bar Association Member
Speaking
2015 Southern Conference - Product Liability "It Wasn't Me: Effectively Assessing the Acts or Omissions of Parties and Non-Parties When Evaluating Potential Risk in a Product Liability Case" 2007 Annual Meeting “Electronic Case Management and Discovery: New Challenges for an Ever Increasing Paperless Profession”
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Updated: Sep 21, 2026