Atty. J. Michael Rediker

Atty. J. Michael Rediker

Mike Rediker focuses his practice in the area of financial services litigation, which is national in scope. He represents clients in the areas of securities, corporate governance, broker-dealer regulation and litigation, RICO, bond issuances and bond defaults, product liability, fraud, corporate law, trust law and business torts.

Birmingham Birmingham 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About J. Michael Rediker at a glance

J. Michael Rediker is an Of Counsel based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Rumberger Kirk And Caldwell Professional Association. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on business, class action, and litigation. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1967) and Princeton University (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional •American Association for Justice •National Association of Bond Lawyers •Birmingham Bar Association •American Bar Association. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mike Rediker focuses his practice in the area of financial services litigation, which is national in scope
  • He represents clients in the areas of securities, corporate governance, broker-dealer regulation and litigation, RICO, bond issuances and bond defaults, product liability, fraud, corporate law, trust law and business torts
  • He has particular experience in institutional, derivative, class action complex and multi-district litigation
  • Mike litigates cases in federal, state and appellate courts as well as before the United States Supreme Court and United States Tax Court
  • He also represents claimants and respondents in FINRA and AAA arbitration forums
  • In the course of his practice, Mike has represented institutional and individual investors of all types including state pension funds, insurance companies, mutual funds, financial institutions and private retirement funds, public and private corporations, and governmental entities
  • He also has considerable experience in the transactional and client advisory sides of securities and corporate finance
  • In addition to his law practice, Mike served as an adjunct professor for the University of Alabama School of Law and Cumberland School of Law, teaching securities regulation and related topics
  • He has authored numerous articles, book chapters, presentations and continuing legal education study outlines
  • Mike is listed in “The Best Lawyers in America” since 1987 in both commercial litigation and securities law
  • He is also listed in Alabama “Super Lawyers” and Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business for litigation: general commercial
  • In 2010, Mike was honored as “Birmingham Securities Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers
  • Community •Rotary Club of Birmingham Awards & Honors •Chambers USA for Litigation: General Commercial •Listed in Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation
  • Litigation -Securities, Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions-Plaintiffs, Securities Regulation, since 1987 •Listed in Mid-South Super Lawyers - Business Litigation, since 2007 •'Birmingham Securities Lawyer of the Year,' 2010, Best Lawyers Mike's News and Insights 08.21.2025 Firm News 27 RumbergerKirk Attorneys Named to the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America Dan Gerber and Leonard Dietzen Named “Lawyer of the Year
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  • Revives Aircraft Co.’s Deal Suit Against Boeing, in Law360 Law360 reported that the Eleventh Circuit on Friday, April 4... 08.15.2024 Firm News Best Lawyers in America 2025 Edition Recognizes 24 RumbergerKirk Attorneys Two Named “Lawyer of the Year” and Two Named “Ones... 08.17.2023 Firm News Best Lawyers in America Recognizes 24 RumbergerKirk Attorneys with Managing Partner Frank Sheppard Named Lawyer of the Year ORLANDO, FL - August 17, 2023 - Best Lawyers has... 12.01.2022 Firm News Three RumbergerKirk Attorneys Named 2022 Mid-South Super Lawyers BIRMINGHAM, Ala., December 1, 2022 -Three of RumbergerKirk’s accomplished attorneys... 08.19.2022 Firm News 23 RumbergerKirk Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America 2023 Orlando, Fla., August 18, 2022 - RumbergerKirk is pleased to... 02.15.2022 Media Mentions 11th Circuit Revives $100M Trade Secrets Claim Against Boeing, in Law360 Law360 reported in an article on February 14, 2022 that... 11.30.2021 Firm News RumbergerKirk Attorneys Selected as 2021 Mid-South Super Lawyers BIRMINGHAM, AL - November 30, 2021 - RumbergerKirk is pleased... 08.19.2021 Firm News Eighteen RumbergerKirk Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America 2022 ORLANDO - August 19, 2021 - RumbergerKirk is pleased to... 11.30.2020 Firm News RumbergerKirk Attorneys Selected As 2020 Mid-South Super Lawyers BIRMINGHAM - November 30, 2020 - Four of RumbergerKirk’s accomplished

Practice Areas Explained

J. Michael Rediker's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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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 J. Michael Rediker

Where is J. Michael Rediker's law office located?
J. Michael Rediker's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Rumberger Kirk And Caldwell Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Michael Rediker handle?
J. Michael Rediker focuses on business, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has J. Michael Rediker practiced law?
J. Michael Rediker has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did J. Michael Rediker go to law school?
J. Michael Rediker earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (A.B., 1964).
How can I contact J. Michael Rediker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has J. Michael Rediker received?
J. Michael Rediker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1967
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

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