Harris Caddell & Shanks PC

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5.0(13 Google reviews)

214 Johnston St SE, Decatur, AL 35601, United States

Information last updated October 15, 2026

Practice Areas

Business Law Civil Litigation Estate Planning

About Harris Caddell & Shanks PC

Harris, Caddell & Shanks, P.C. is a law firm based in Decatur, Alabama, serving clients throughout Northern Alabama, including Morgan, Lawrence, Limestone, and Madison counties, as well as Birmingham and Montgomery. The firm was formed on January 1, 1989, through the merger of two long-standing Morgan County law firms, Harris, Shinn, Phillips & Perry, P.C. and Caddell & Shanks. The Harris family's legal practice in Decatur dates back to 1872, while the Caddell firm originated in 1935.

The firm is committed to providing legal counsel and representation consistent with high standards of excellence, guided by values of integrity, professionalism, and devotion to clients' needs. Harris, Caddell & Shanks, P.C. consists of seven attorneys and a support staff, combining decades of experience to serve individual, government, and corporate clients, including national corporations and insurance companies. The firm's offices are located in a restored historic building in downtown Decatur, close to local and federal courthouses.

Its practice areas include:

General civil litigation
Corporate law and business planning
Insurance defense
Commercial litigation
State and federal taxation
Real estate
Wills, probate and trusts
Employment law
Elder law
Municipal government

From the firm’s website

Attorneys: Dow M. Perry — Member
Barnes F. Lovelace — Member
Jeffrey S. Brown — Member
David W. Langston — Member
Phil D. Mitchell — Member
Zachary Starnes — Member
Kimberly Dobbs — Member
Services listed: General Civil Practice, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate Law and Business Planning, Domestic Relations, Elder Law, Employment Law, Federal/State Taxation, Government Affairs, Industrial Development and Financing, Insurance Defense, Municipal and Governmental Law
Founded: 1989
Offices: 214 Johnston Street SE, Decatur, Alabama 35601

Source: harriscaddell.com · checked October 15, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday: 9 am–5 pm
Tuesday: 9 am–5 pm
Wednesday: 9 am–5 pm
Thursday: 9 am–5 pm
Friday: 9 am–5 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Details & Amenities

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car parkWheelchair-accessible entrance

Harris Caddell & Shanks PC — Frequently Asked Questions

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What kind of cases does Harris Caddell & Shanks PC handle?+

Harris Caddell & Shanks PC handles Business Law, Civil Litigation, Estate Planning. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

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Call Harris Caddell & Shanks PC at +1 256-340-8000 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is Harris Caddell & Shanks PC well rated?+

Harris Caddell & Shanks PC has a 5.0-star rating based on 13 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

5 reviews

Jorene Thomas· via Google
Scott Slate is an excellent lawyer! He did a fine job in representing me. I highly recommend him
5 years ago
Zac Lott· via Google
Had this firm form two LLC's for me. Very professional, affordable & took the time to explain everything we had questions on. I highly recommend this law firm.
4 years ago
Terri James· via Google
Some of the most careing, compassionate folks I have ever delt with. Thank each one of you. Utah is still missing but they ate keeping an eye out for him.
2 years ago
Lillian McRae· via Google
Jeff Brown is the best attorney I know of. He is extremely professional and a great listener and he gets the job done.
8 months ago
Seth Connell· via Google
I've had the opportunity to collaborate with Phil Mitchell on several occasions. He has helped me with my clients who have needed to put Alabama properties into their trusts. Phil has been attentive, diligent, and a pleasure to work with on these matters. Thank you for taking good care of my clients!
9 months ago

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