Atty. Howard Perdue
Trey Perdue is a senior managing associate in Dentons Sirote's Litigation group in Birmingham, Alabama, where he has a diverse general litigation practice handling matters in complex commercial, product liability, construction, aviation and transportation litigation. Trey has substantial experience representing clients in both state and federal courts throughout Alabama, including managing all phases of litigation from pre-suit strategy and discovery through trial and appeals.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Birmingham, AL · 9+ Years Experience
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About Howard Perdue at a Glance
Howard Perdue is a business, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Dentons Sirote PC. They have 9+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2017. Admitted to practice in Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association (2017). Educated at Samford University (JD, 2017) and Auburn University (BA, 2013). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serves clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Howard Perdue
- Trey Perdue is a senior managing associate in Dentons Sirote's Litigation group in Birmingham, Alabama, where he has a diverse general litigation practice handling matters in complex commercial, product liability, construction, aviation and transportation litigation
- Trey has substantial experience representing clients in both state and federal courts throughout Alabama, including managing all phases of litigation from pre-suit strategy and discovery through trial and appeals
- Trey has successfully represented clients of all sizes – from Fortune 500 companies to local businesses – across a variety of industries, including national corporations, regional contractors, insurance carriers, healthcare providers, and privately held businesses in both state and federal courts throughout Alabama
- Known for his pragmatic approach and responsiveness, Trey regularly advises on risk management, regulatory compliance, and early dispute resolution, helping clients navigate challenges before they escalate into costly litigation
- Outside of his practice, Trey is actively involved in the legal and broader Birmingham community
- He is a member of the Birmingham Bar Association and the Alabama State Bar and previously served as the president of the Young Lawyers Section of the Birmingham Bar Association
- Trey also serves on the Young Supporters Board for the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center
- While in law school, Trey was a Senior Editor of the American Journal of Trial Advocacy, served as the President of the Student Bar Association and co-founded the Cumberland Air & Space Law Society
- Trey was selected by the faculty to serve as a Judge Abraham Caruthers Teaching Fellow and was recognized for his outstanding scholastic achievement by being named to Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges®
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Howard Perdue's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Perdue handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Birmingham.
Business & Corporate Law in Birmingham
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Product Liability in Birmingham
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Civil Litigation in Birmingham
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Birmingham
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 venue, 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.
Birmingham Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Birmingham-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Birmingham Choose Howard Perdue
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Howard Perdue's practice in the field of business, product liability, and litigation.
9+ Years of Legal Practice
With 9 years in the profession, Howard Perdue has developed the procedural fluency and courtroom instincts that come from handling real cases under real deadlines.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, product liability, and litigation, Howard Perdue can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Birmingham
A Birmingham-based practice means Howard Perdue attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Howard Perdue Handles in Birmingham
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