Weinberg Wheeler Hudgins Gunn & Dial Partner Jonathan Hooks Elected As Secretary-Treasurer of Alabama Defense Lawyers Association

Weinberg Wheeler Hudgins Gunn & Dial is pleased to announce that Birmingham-based Partner Jonathan Hooks has been elected as secretary-treasurer of the Alabama Defense Lawyers Association (ADLA). Hooks' election places him in line to become president of ADLA in 2023. 

"We encourage our attorneys to expand their leadership and influence not only within our firm, but also in the broader legal industry," said David Dial, the firm's managing partner. "We are excited for Jonathan to take on this new role with ADLA and deepen relationships with peers in the Birmingham community."

ADLA's mission is to create an environment for civil defense lawyers that facilitates working collectively and sharing resources. According to the organization's website, its main goals are to "enable an exchange of information and ideas among members, elevate the skills of civil defense lawyers and collaborate with similar associations in other legal areas. At all times ADLA seeks to promote a high standard of ethics and professionalism while work to improve the administration of justice."

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