Atty. Todd L. Denison

Atty. Todd L. Denison

Todd Denison represents individuals and business entities in the areas of business transactions and operations, partnership and corporate taxation, real and personal property transactions, trust and estates (including sophisticated estate planning), charitable organizations (formation and operations), employee stock ownership plans and other qualified retirement plans, captive insurance, international transactions and taxation, tax controversies with the IRS and elder law. Todd’s clients include a regional engineering firm, national advertising agency, regional construction firm, regional ston

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Profile Summary

About Todd L. Denison at a glance

Todd L. Denison is a trusts, business, and tax attorney based in Mobile, Alabama, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Admitted to practice in Alabama, Alabama and Montana, Montana. Educated at New York University (LL.M., 2004) and The University of Montana (J.D., 2003). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Serands clients in Mobile, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Todd Denison represents individuals and business entities in the areas of business transactions and operations, partnership and corporate taxation, real and personal property transactions, trust and estates (including sophisticated estate planning), charitable organizations (formation and operations), employee stock ownership plans and other qualified retirement plans, captive insurance, international transactions and taxation, tax controversies with the IRS and elder law
  • Todd’s clients include a regional engineering firm, national advertising agency, regional construction firm, regional stone and interior design firm and numerous family-owned businesses operating locally, regionally and internationally
  • He was with Lyons, Pipes & Cook in Mobile before the firm joined Phelps Dunbar
  • Todd served in the U.S
  • Army from 1986-1990, attaining the rank of Captain, and was posted in the Federal Republic of Germany
  • He currently serves as the firm's practice coordinator for the Mobile business group

Practice Areas Explained

Todd L. Denison's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Todd L. Denison

Where is Todd L. Denison's law office located?
Todd L. Denison's law practice is located in Mobile, Alabama. The firm is Phelps Dunbar LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Todd L. Denison handle?
Todd L. Denison focuses on trusts, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
Where did Todd L. Denison go to law school?
Todd L. Denison earned their education at (LL.M., 2004); (J.D., 2003); (M.A., 1993).
How can I contact Todd L. Denison for a consultation?
You can contact Todd L. Denison 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 Todd L. Denison received?
Todd L. Denison's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law.

Education

LL.M.
New York University
- 2004
J.D.
The University of Montana
- 2003
M.A.
The University of Montana
- 1993
B.A.
The University of Montana
- 1986

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers Rising Stars list,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — (2010-2014)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Alabama, Alabama
Montana, Montana

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