Atty. David S. Cain Jr.
As the lead and co-lead counsel in numerous cases that have resulted in multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements totaling over $200 million in recoveries for his clients, David Cain’s reputation as a “litigation star” is well deserved. David has proven himself a skilled litigator at every stage in his career and his success in the courtroom has earned him an enviable reputation within the Alabama legal community as well as nationally.
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David S. Cain Jr. is a medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability attorney based in Mobile, Alabama, practicing at Cunningham Bounds. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association (2003), Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar (2019), and Montana, State Bar of Montana (2023). Educated at The University of Alabama (J.D., 2003) and Auburn University (BS). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Mobile, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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As the lead and co-lead counsel in numerous cases that have resulted in multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements totaling over $200 million in recoveries for his clients, David Cain’s reputation as a “litigation star” is well deserved. David has proven himself a skilled litigator at every stage in his career and his success in the courtroom has earned him an enviable reputation within the Alabama legal community as well as nationally.
A few of David's successes include:
- $100 million settlement for quadriplegic client injured in construction accident;
- $50 million jury verdict in defective water heater explosion;
- $20 million jury verdict for anesthesia error resulting in death;
- $15 million jury verdict in carbon monoxide death case;
- $5.5 million jury verdict in medical malpractice case;
- $5 million jury verdict for carbon monoxide poisoning death;
- $3 million jury verdict for family in trucking accident;
- Numerous other verdicts and confidential settlements.
David’s success in the legal field began at the University of Alabama School of Law where he graduated magna cum laude and was recognized as a Hugo Black Scholar. David competed in numerous legal advocacy competitions during law school, receiving the Reuben H. Wright award for best advocate and being selected to both the Order of the Coif as well as the Order of the Barristers. After graduation from law school, David immediately began dwork in the courtroom as a champion of the rights of those who have been unjustly injured. His successes in the courtroom was almost immediate, and he has been a part of hundreds of important cases which have served as valuable benefits to the citizens of his community and state.
In addition to Best Lawyers in America®, David has been recognized by Chambers USA, Lawdragon 500, Benchmark Litigation and Super Lawyers. David is a fellow in the International Academy of Trial Lawyers and International Society of Barristers. He is also a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and board certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. David is admitted to practice in Alabama, Mississippi and Montana.
David counts as one of his greatest achievements the impact he has made in the lives of his clients. He is committed to ensuring that his clients' stories are heard, understood and validated. In addition to devoting a significant amount of his time to ensuring the well-being of those clients, David is also very much involved in state and local legal organizations and his local community.
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Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
David S. Cain Jr. is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Alabama →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
David S. Cain Jr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alabama →
David S. Cain Jr. is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Alabama →
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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 Mobile 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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