James H. McDonald, Jr. 251.415.9236 jhm@alfordclausen.com Secretary: Marcia Wyatt

Education J.D., Cumberland School of Law of Samford University, 1978 B.S., Spring Hill College, magna cum laude, 1975 Practice Areas Appellate Employment Litigation and Workers' Compensation Financial and Business Services Mediation and Arbitration Professional Liability-Architects, Accountants, Lawyers, Engineers, Realtors, Appraisers and Insurance Professionals Background/Professional Achievements Jay has practiced law in Mobile since 1978. From 1984 until 1995, Jay served as Vice President and General Counsel of a publicly-traded, billion-dollar, regional retailer. Jay is a Certified Mediator. He has a general business and corporate practice. Jay also represents local businesses in the defense of employment matters. He defends professional liability claims against architects, accountants, lawyers, realtors, and appraisers.  Jay also has a trial and appellate practice involving the defense of employment matters as well as lawyer and accountant malpractice claims. Martindale Hubbell Rating: AV Jay serves the Firm as Managing Partner.   Memberships Alabama Bar Alabama Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute Mobile Bar Association