Michael E. Turner

Michael E. Turner

Employment Law - Management Labor Law - Management Litigation - Banking and Finance +2 more
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2018

About Michael

Michael E. Turner: Top Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama

Michael E. Turner is a distinguished attorney recognized by Best Lawyers for his expertise and dedication to excellence in the fields of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management, Litigation - Banking and Finance, Litigation - Labor and Employment, and Workers' Compensation Law - Employers. Since 2018, Michael E. has been celebrated as a leader in Birmingham's legal community.

Practice Areas

  • Employment Law - Management
  • Labor Law - Management
  • Litigation - Banking and Finance
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Awards & Recognitions

  • Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Management, Birmingham (2025)
  • Recognized: Employment Law - Management
  • Recognized: Labor Law - Management
  • Recognized: Litigation - Banking and Finance
  • Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Recognized: Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Education & Credentials

  • Firm Affiliations:
    • Phelps Dunbar LLP, Birmingham, Alabama
  • Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2018
  • Awards & Recognitions:
    • Eagle Scout - Boy Scouts of America - 1989
  • Education:
    • Bachelor's Degree, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 1987
  • Bar Admissions:
    • Alabama State Bar Association (current)
  • Languages: English

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Reviews

4.5 / 5

33 Reviews

1,051 Profile Views

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Mary Wilkinson

Jan 31, 2026

Reliable lawyer you can count on - Michael E. Turner provided excellent service throughout

It's hard finding a reliable lawyer these days, but Michael E. Turner in Birmingham is definitely one of the good ones. Would use them again if needed without hesitation. They are professional, respon...

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Miguel Ledner

Jan 31, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at Michael E. Turner in Birmingham - they are amazing

Best lawyer for Employment Law - Management in Birmingham. Period. I've seen others, but Michael E. Turner is on another level. They truly care about their clients and work hard to get the best result...

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Nathan Jast

Jan 31, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at Michael E. Turner's legal practice

I appreciate how Michael E. Turner handled my case. No fluff, just straight to the point and very effective representation for my Employment Law - Management matter. They are obviously very experience...

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Rogelio Brown

Jan 31, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by Michael E. Turner for my Employment Law - Management case

Really glad I found Michael E. Turner for my case. They were a huge help and made everything understandable. I was very impressed with their knowledge and how they handled the opposition. If you're in...

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Ignacio Champlin

Jan 31, 2026

Solid work and professional service from Michael E. Turner in Birmingham for Alabama residents

It's hard finding a reliable lawyer these days, but Michael E. Turner in Birmingham is definitely one of the good ones. Would use them again if needed without hesitation. They are professional, respon...