Two attorneys from Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., have been named to the Top 50: Alabama Super Lawyers list for 2026, a distinction that underscores their legal prowess and the firm's standing as a leader in personal injury law in North Alabama. Joe A. King, Jr. and David J. Hodge received this honor, making Morris, King & Hodge the only personal injury law firm in the region with two attorneys in the top 50 out of more than 12,000 lawyers in the state.
The recognition is a testament to the attorneys' exceptional track records and dedication to their clients. Both have also been named 2026 Super Lawyers in the Personal Injury General: Plaintiff category. This year marks King's 11th time receiving Super Lawyers honors, while Hodge has been listed on the Top 50 list for the 10th time and has earned general Super Lawyers recognition for the 14th time.
The Super Lawyers selection process is rigorous, involving independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. According to the Super Lawyers website, being named to a Top 50 list adds an extra layer of exclusivity. The website states: "Every year, Super Lawyers evaluates lawyers across the country for its annual list of top attorneys. The Top Lists take exclusivity one step further by featuring selected Super Lawyers attorneys with the most total points earned."
King has been recognized by Super Lawyers every year since 2016, and previously was named to the Rising Stars list from 2012 to 2014. His areas of focus include animal bites, brain injury, motor vehicle accidents, personal injury – plaintiff, premises liability – plaintiff, and trucking accidents. Hodge has been a Super Lawyer every year since 2013, with prior Rising Stars honors in 2010 and 2012. His focus areas include personal injury – general: plaintiff, business litigation, insurance coverage, and personal injury – products: plaintiff.
Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., is a well-regarded personal injury law firm serving clients in Huntsville and throughout North Alabama. The firm has been named a "Best Law Firm" by U.S. News-Best Lawyers® for over a decade. They handle cases involving car, truck, motorcycle, and other motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, product liability, workers' compensation, insurance disputes, and business litigation. The firm is located at 200 Pratt Avenue NE, Huntsville, AL 35801, with additional locations in Florence, Decatur, and Athens.
