Atty. Diane Maughan

Atty. Diane Maughan

Diane Maughan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Real Estate and Railroad Law. Diane, who practices law in Birmingham, Alabama, has been recognized since 2023.

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Profile Summary

About Diane Maughan at a glance

Diane Maughan is a business, real estate, estate litigation, and litigation attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Educated at The University of Alabama (J.D., 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law (2026). Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Diane Maughan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Real Estate and Railroad Law
  • Diane, who practices law in Birmingham, Alabama, has been recognized since 2023
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Diane is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Diane Maughan's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Diane Maughan is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Diane Maughan is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Alabama →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Diane Maughan is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Alabama →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Diane Maughan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Alabama →

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 Diane Maughan

Where is Diane Maughan's law office located?
Diane Maughan's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Phelps Dunbar LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Diane Maughan handle?
Diane Maughan focuses on business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
Where did Diane Maughan go to law school?
Diane Maughan earned their education at (J.D., 1999).
How can I contact Diane Maughan for a consultation?
You can contact Diane Maughan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Diane Maughan received?
Diane Maughan's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law.

Education

J.D.
The University of Alabama
- 1999

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law
- 2026

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