Todd Buchanan

Nearly 15 years of experience drives Todd Buchanan's work at Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys in Birmingham, Alabama. Dedicated to personal injury law, he delivers robust representation and support to clients across the state who have suffered serious injuries or lost loved ones due to someone else's negligence or wrongdoing. His extensive experience ensures victims receive assertive advocacy when pursuing full compensation for medical costs, lost income and the profound impacts of catastrophic accidents.

A former insurance defense attorney at a prominent local firm, Mr. Buchanan uses his unique background to protect injured victims. Having defended insurance companies and businesses in numerous jury trials, he possesses invaluable knowledge of the exact tactics providers use to reduce or deny liability claims. Today, he leverages this insider insight to anticipate defense strategies, counter stalling tactics effectively and build powerful claims that force insurers to deliver full and fair compensation.

Although he transitioned to plaintiff representation relatively recently, Mr. Buchanan has quickly built a reputation as a staunch, tireless advocate for injured clients. He pairs his aggressive, trial-ready courtroom strategy with a deeply personalized approach, tailoring every case plan to an individual's unique needs. Prioritizing clear, transparent communication, he ensures clients stay fully informed at every stage, turning complex legal steps into clear choices while fighting relentlessly for their recovery both inside and outside court.

An alumnus of Samford University Cumberland School of Law, Mr. Buchanan obtained his Juris Doctor in 2012 and in the same year was admitted to practice law in Alabama. Additionally licensed to appear before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, he approaches every case with an undying commitment to ensuring justice and holding corporations and negligent parties accountable.