Atty. William J. "Bill" Bryant

Atty. William J. "Bill" Bryant

Bill's law practice focuses on a wide variety of tax, corporate and business matters, including deferred compensation, equity based incentive plans and the purchase and sale of owner-managed businesses - with an emphasis on developing exit strategies for the family or closely-held business owner. He also counsels clients on various federal, state and local tax issues.

Birmingham Birmingham 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. "Bill" Bryant at a glance

William J. "Bill" Bryant is a business, tax, and tax litigation attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Dominick Feld Hyde PC. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1974). Educated at The University of Alabama (—, 1979) and The University of Alabama (—, 1974). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bill's law practice focuses on a wide variety of tax, corporate and business matters, including deferred compensation, equity based incentive plans and the purchase and sale of owner-managed businesses - with an emphasis on developing exit strategies for the family or closely-held business owner
  • He also counsels clients on various federal, state and local tax issues
  • Thriving on creative solutions to complex issues, and believing that “if you are through changing, you are through”, Bill considers himself forever a student of the ever-changing tax laws
  • A strong proponent of community service, particularly as it relates to public health advocacy, Bill is guided by the words of George Bernard Shaw, "You see things that are and say 'why?' But I dream things that never were and say 'why not?'" Bill has served in leadership positions in various voluntary health organizations, including national level service as Chairman of the Board of the American Heart Association, Inc. and Chairman of the Board of the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, Inc

Practice Areas Explained

William J. "Bill" Bryant's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William J. "Bill" Bryant 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.

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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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Tax 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 William J. "Bill" Bryant

Where is William J. "Bill" Bryant's law office located?
William J. "Bill" Bryant's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Dominick Feld Hyde PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. "Bill" Bryant handle?
William J. "Bill" Bryant focuses on business, tax, tax litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has William J. "Bill" Bryant practiced law?
William J. "Bill" Bryant has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William J. "Bill" Bryant go to law school?
William J. "Bill" Bryant earned their education at (—, 1979); (—, 1974); (B.A. Political Science, 1971).
How can I contact William J. "Bill" Bryant for a consultation?
You can contact William J. "Bill" Bryant 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 William J. "Bill" Bryant received?
William J. "Bill" Bryant's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law.

Education

The University of Alabama
- 1979
The University of Alabama
- 1974
B.A. Political Science
The University of Alabama
- 1971

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Businesses
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Income Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Limited Liability Companies
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Subchapter S Corporations
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers in America© 2016 - Litigation & Controversy - Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America© 2018 - Tax Law and Litigation & Controversy - Tax Law (2000-2018)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale- Hubble AV Preeminent™ peer review rating
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named "Star of the Bar" - B-Metro Magazine March 2015
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Birmingham)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Birmingham)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Birmingham)
- 2016

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1974

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