Atty. John W. Hargrove

Atty. John W. Hargrove

John Hargrove is a partner in the Birmingham office in the Labor and Employment and Construction and Procurement Practice Groups. He is chair of the Labor and Employment Group and is a Fellow in the American College of Labor and Employment Lawyers.

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Profile Summary

About John W. Hargrove at a glance

John W. Hargrove is a employment and litigation attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. Admitted to practice in Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association. Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1986) and Auburn University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Hargrove is a partner in the Birmingham office in the Labor and Employment and Construction and Procurement Practice Groups
  • He is chair of the Labor and Employment Group and is a Fellow in the American College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
  • He also is listed in Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America, and Alabama Super Lawyers
  • John regularly represents public and private companies in mining, construction, manufacturing, medical, communications and warehousing industries, among others
  • He also represents municipal and quasi-public organizations such as police and fire departments and school boards
  • John also has represented several nonprofit agencies, ranging from national sports organizations to small local charities

Practice Areas Explained

John W. Hargrove's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 John W. Hargrove

Where is John W. Hargrove's law office located?
John W. Hargrove'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 John W. Hargrove handle?
John W. Hargrove focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
Where did John W. Hargrove go to law school?
John W. Hargrove earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact John W. Hargrove for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John W. Hargrove received?
John W. Hargrove's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1986
B.A.
Auburn University
- 1983

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Contract Disputes
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defense
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Discrimination
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — State and Federal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Chambers USA, Labor & Employment, 2011-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Alabama Super Lawyers, Employment & Labor, 2011-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers, Fellow
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Birmingham)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Birmingham)
- 2021

Bar Admissions

Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association

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