Wayne Morse, Jr.

Wayne Morse Jr. is a seasoned attorney at Waldrep, Stewart & Kendrick LLP in Birmingham, Alabama. He is known for adeptly navigating the complexities of civil litigation for both plaintiffs and defendants. He has become a trusted attorney with a portfolio spanning a plethora of legal arenas:

• Business and commercial litigation
• Employment and labor law
• Education law
• General civil litigation
• Personal injury fraud
• Professional malpractice
• Insurance litigation

In 1972, Mr. Morse secured his B.S. degree from Birmingham-Southern College followed by his Juris Doctor degree with Dean’s List honors from Samford University in 1976. He is authorized to practice law in Alabama; Tennessee; the U.S. Supreme Court; the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit; the U.S. District Court for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama; and the U.S. Tax Court.

Having appeared in federal and state courts across Alabama, as well as in neighboring states, Mr. Morse's reach is extensive. Notably, he has left his mark on appellate courts, including the Supreme Court of the United States, showcasing his prowess in legal argumentation and strategy. His clientele spans corporate, government and individual sectors, addressing a broad array of legal matters. He boasts extensive experience in cases involving discrimination, ERISA and notable civil rights litigation.

Mr. Morse's accolades speak volumes about his professionalism and client services. His AV Preeminent* rating through Martindale-Hubbell and recognition as one of the top attorneys by Birmingham Magazine underscore his stellar reputation.

A respected voice in legal education, Mr. Morse frequently shares his insights at seminars. His commitment to justice extends to pro bono work and mentoring aspiring lawyers through programs like the Bibb Allen Trial Academy. He is a fellow of the American Bar Foundation and the Litigation Counsel of America, and a member of the Alabama State Bar, the Birmingham Bar Association, the Defense Research Institute, the Alabama Defense Lawyers Association and the Rotary Club of Birmingham.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ falls into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.