Two attorneys from the North Alabama personal injury firm Morris, King & Hodge, P.C. have again been named "Lawyer of the Year" by The Best Lawyers in America for 2027, marking a continued pattern of recognition for the firm. David J. Hodge and Joe A. King, Jr. received the honors, which are awarded to only one attorney per practice area and geographic region in each edition of the prestigious legal publication.
Hodge was recognized as the "Lawyer of the Year" in Huntsville for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, his eighth time earning this distinction. King received the honor in two categories: Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs and Litigation – Insurance, bringing his total to six "Lawyer of the Year" awards. The firm also had two other attorneys, Harvey B. Morris and Joseph D. Aiello, listed in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.
This marks the sixth time in eight years that multiple attorneys from the firm have been selected for "Lawyer of the Year" recognition simultaneously. The Best Lawyers in America, first published in 1983, uses a rigorous peer-review process to identify top legal talent, ensuring that the recognition reflects the respect of fellow attorneys in the same practice areas.
Morris, the firm's founder, was listed in the area of Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, marking his 19th consecutive year on the list. King was recognized in six practice areas, including Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs, Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs, and Workers' Compensation Law – Claimants. Hodge was listed in five areas, including Bet-the-Company Litigation and Commercial Litigation. Aiello was cited for Appellate Practice, his 11th listing.
The firm, which has been named a "Best Law Firm" by U.S. News-Best Lawyers for over a decade, handles cases involving car and truck accidents, premises liability, product liability, workers' compensation, insurance disputes, and business litigation. With offices in Huntsville, Florence, Decatur, and Athens, the firm has a strong regional presence.
The recognition from Best Lawyers is significant because it is based on peer evaluations from leading attorneys, providing an objective measure of legal skill and professionalism. For clients, this recognition signals that the firm's attorneys are consistently ranked among the best in their fields, which can be a critical factor when selecting legal representation for serious personal injury claims.
