Akridge & Balch, P.C.
Estate Planning | Serving Auburn, AL
334-246-4697Akridge & Balch, P.C., a reputable Estate Planning firm in Alabama, serves the Auburn area.
A Personal Approach To The Law
At Akridge & Balch, P.C., we have been providing businesses and individuals in east Alabama with a wide range of legal services for more than 15 years. Our knowledgeable team of lawyers and paralegals takes the time to communicate directly with clients during each step of the of legal process.
The law firm for business. Whether you are starting a new business or dealing with the complicated issues that face an established enterprise, we can provide experienced, thoughtful, researched and analytical advice. From contract, leasing and collections issues, to mergers, acquisitions and capital formation, we can guide you through every step.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Business And Real Estate Law
- Residential Real Estate
- Estate Planning
- Probate And Estate Administration
- Elder Law Information Center
- Mediation Services
- Family Law
Call 334-246-4697 today to arrange your initial consultation.
Attorney Russell C. Balch
Bar Admissions:
- Alabama, 1995
- Michigan, 1987
- District of Columbia, 1978
Education:
- The University of Michigan Law School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
- J.D. - 1978
- Honors: cum laude
- Coe College, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- B.A. - 1975
- Major: Political Science
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Bar Association, Member, Present
- Lee County Bar Association, Former President, Present
- Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program, 1996 to 2022
Attorney Sara Bragdon
Bar Admissions:
- Alabama, 2012
- Georgia, 2013
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Alabama, 2012
- U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit, 2022
Education:
- Auburn University with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Political Science
- Thomas Goode Jones School of Law at Faulkner University in Montgomery, Alabama
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Lee County Bar Association, 10/2015 to Present
- Elder Law Section for the Alabama State Bar, Member, 2020 to Present
- Real Property Section of the Alabama State Bar, Member, 2018 to Present
- Alabama State Bar, Member, 2012 to Present
- Georgia Bar Association, Member, 2013 to Present
Attorney Rebecca W. P. Buxton
Bar Admissions:
- Virginia, 1999
- Alabama, 2000
- Florida, 2005
Education:
- University of Kentucky College of Law, Lexington, Kentucky, 1999 J.D.
- Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, 1996 B.A. Major: Fine Arts & Anthropology
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Delta Delta Delta
Attorney Mary Katherine Alemany
Bar Admissions:
- Alabama, 2017
Education:
- Cumberland School of Law, Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama
- J.D. - 2017
- Honors: Dean's List
- Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama
- B.A. - 2014
- Major: Sociology
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Randolph County Bar Association, Member, 2017 to Present
- Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Member, 2022 to Present
Attorney Grant T. Hawkins
Bar Admissions:
- Alabama, 2026
Education:
- The University of Alabama School of Law, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA
- J.D. - 2026
- Honors: cum laude
- Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
- B.S. - 2021
- Major: Mechanical Engineering
- Honors: summa cum laude
Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Sara Bragdon
This attorney practices in Alabama and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Estate Planning | Since 2023 |
| Probate | Since 2023 |
| Real Estate | Since 2023 |