Atty. Abigail Harris

Atty. Abigail Harris

Abba Harris is a litigator in the Construction Practice Group. She represents EPC contractors, general contractors, and subcontractors on a variety of projects—from condominium towers and retail centers to water treatment plants and utility-scale solar farms—locally, nationally, and abroad.

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Profile Summary

About Abigail Harris at a glance

Abigail Harris is a construction attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. Educated at Samford University (J.D., 2013) and Samford University (J.D., 2013). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Abba Harris is a litigator in the Construction Practice Group
  • She represents EPC contractors, general contractors, and subcontractors on a variety of projects—from condominium towers and retail centers to water treatment plants and utility-scale solar farms—locally, nationally, and abroad
  • Whether advising clients on day-to-day contract administration issues or defending multimillion-dollar claims, she focuses on successfully navigating the considerable risks associated with each new construction project
  • Throughout her practice, she has assisted in claim preparation and defense of government contracts, tailored contracts to meet the needs of specialty contractors, and defended a wide range of matters, including breach of contract, breach of warranty, and complex fraud claims
  • Abba also has experience with general civil litigation, including high-value contract, commercial, insurance, products liability, class action toxic torts, tort, and personal injury matters
  • Abba is a board member and membership chair of the Birmingham Chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction and a member of the YWCA Junior Board

Practice Areas Explained

Abigail Harris's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Abigail Harris handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Construction Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Birmingham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Abigail Harris

Where is Abigail Harris's law office located?
Abigail Harris's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Abigail Harris handle?
Abigail Harris focuses on construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
Where did Abigail Harris go to law school?
Abigail Harris earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (J.D., 2013); (—, 2005).
How can I contact Abigail Harris for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Abigail Harris received?
Abigail Harris's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Jo-Ann Golden Humanitarian Award, National Association of Women in Construction, Southeast Region, 2020; Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Mid-South Super Lawyers, "Rising Stars," 2022.

Education

J.D.
Samford University
- 2013
J.D.
Samford University
- 2013
Northwestern University
- 2005
B.S.
Northwestern University
- 2004

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Jo-Ann Golden Humanitarian Award, National Association of Women in Construction, Southeast Region, 2020
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Mid-South Super Lawyers, "Rising Stars," 2022
- 2026

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