Birmingham, Alabama
June 2, 2025

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), announced its expansion into Alabama with the opening of a new Birmingham-based hub. This move, like several others announced previously this year by the quickly expanding national litigation firm, is a direct response to the evolving needs of clients within in the region and beyond. Seasoned trial attorney, Jud C. Stanford will act a as Managing Partner of the hub that is poised to enhance QPWB's specialized offering in trucking and transportation legal services as well as various other areas of practice including general liability and labor and employment matters throughout the state of Alabama and the surrounding region.

The establishment of QPWB's Birmingham hub represents continued development in serving the firm's national client base, particularly within the vital Southeast region. Alabama, and Birmingham specifically, serves as a pivotal nexus for interstate commerce and the trucking and transportation industry, characterized by its extensive network of highways, rail lines, and logistics hubs. As this crucial sector continues to expand and face increasing regulatory complexities and litigation trends, clients require immediate, nuanced legal counsel.

Beyond this industry focus, QPWB's presence in Birmingham emphasizes a highly responsive approach to providing localized, rapid-response defense services tailored to the demands companies and insurers operating throughout Alabama and surrounding states. Under Mr. Stanford's leadership, the Birmingham hub will be a central resource for comprehensive litigation defense. Mr. Stanford's proven track record in civil litigation, combined with his deep insight into the operational challenges faced by businesses and their insurers, ensures clients receive vigorous defense and strategic problem-solving.

"Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of representing clients across the nation, listening closely to their concerns, goals, and expectations. One message stands out above all: clients seek something different—a fresh approach to handling, resolving, and litigating claims," said Stanford.

"By joining Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A., I align my practice with a firm that shares this vision for innovation and excellence. The Alabama office will embody this commitment, providing client-focused, responsive representation that delivers the dynamic, strategic advocacy my clients deserve."

Jud C. Stanford brings over two decades of extensive experience in civil litigation, complex insurance
matters, and high-exposure workers' compensation defense to his leadership role. An AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rated™ attorney, Mr. Stanford is renowned for his practical, business-minded approach to problem-solving. His practice spans a broad range of defense matters, including construction defect claims, general liability, insurance coverage disputes (including excess and first-party matters), and labor and employment issues, further solidifying the office's diverse service capabilities.

"Jud's experience, understanding of Alabama's legal landscape, and his reputation as a business-minded legal problem solver make him the right choice for leadership within our new Birmingham office," stated Eric Boyer, Managing Partner of QPWB. “Our presence in Alabama reinforces our drive to provide unparalleled, regional counsel in the key locations our clients demand.”

The Birmingham office will serve as a key hub for QPWB, reinforcing the firm's growing national footprint and its dedication to client-centric growth and continued excellence in defense of businesses and insurers throughout the country.

For more information on QPWB’s Birmingham, AL office and its services, or inquiries regarding the firm and this release, please contact:

Devin Leonardi
Chief Marketing Officer
Quintairos, Prieto, Wood, & Boyer P.A
devin.leonardi@qpwblaw.com
(407) 872-6011 ext. 4115
qpwblaw.com

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About QPWB

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. is one of the fastest growing law firms in the United States providing a different focus on what it means to provide responsive service to clients and team members. With a national presence of 49 offices and a comprehensive scope of over 130 practice areas, QPWB delivers legal representation in litigation, regulatory, and corporate matters to a diverse range of industries. This scope and rapid expansion has attracted unique legal talent from all different backgrounds and experiences which has made them the largest minority-owned law firm in the country.