Meghan Cole is a seasoned litigator who approaches each case with poise and a strategic mindset.
Meg defends clients in a wide variety of disputes, including toxic tort, product liability, commercial litigation and medical malpractice cases. She represents national chemical manufacturers, Fortune 100 technology companies, leading healthcare organizations and a global pest control company.
Clients value Meg’s proactive approach and responsiveness, as well as her attention to detail and ability to react quickly no matter how complex a matter is. She is at her best when representing large corporate clients and understands the day-to-day pressures faced by in- house counsel. Meg has been recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for her work in commercial litigation and product liability and has been named a Mid-South Rising Star by Super Lawyers.
Some of Meg’s most notable matters include defending a Fortune 500 chemical manufacturer in precedent-setting environmental contamination in courts around the country. Proving she is adept at representing corporate plaintiffs as well as defendants, Meg also helped secure a favorable six-figure settlement for a leading U.S. student housing developer in a construction defect case.
A well-rounded attorney, Meg’s involvement in Birmingham extends beyond her legal practice. Currently, she sits on the Birmingham Bar Association Grievance Committee, which handles complaints about lawyers in the surrounding area. She has also volunteered for more than 15 years with the National Organization for Rare Disorders. Previously, Meg served on the Junior Board for Girls, Inc., a nonprofit that equips girls with the skills to navigate through economic, gender, and social barriers and to grow up as independent individuals.
In her free time, she enjoys exploring Birmingham with her husband, Walker, and rescue pup, Otey.