Howard K. Glick

Howard K. Glick is a distinguished attorney based in Hoover, Alabama, and a founding member of Simpson, McMahan, Glick & Burford, PLLC (SMG&B). He has been licensed to practice law in Alabama since 1993, following his graduation from Vanderbilt School of Law, where he completed his legal studies with distinction. Over the course of his career, Howard has established a reputation as a top-rated lawyer, recognized by Super Lawyers from 2022 to 2024.

Howard began his legal career as a partner at Spain & Gillon, a prominent firm in Birmingham, Alabama. In 22 years of professional practice, he has focused on complex commercial litigation. His areas of expertise include insurance coverage litigation, insurance insolvency litigation, life and disability insurance disputes, ERISA, class action cases, construction defect litigation, and employment-related legal matters. He has also worked on personal injury cases and cases involving complex regulatory, scientific, and technical issues.

Howard represents a broad range of clients, including commercial insurers, insurance guaranty associations, life and disability insurers, and construction industry contractors. Drawing on extensive experience in insurance coverage and construction litigation in both state and federal courts, he delivers strategic, results-focused counsel in complex disputes. As General Counsel to the Alabama Insurance Guaranty Association, Howard provides ongoing legal guidance on regulatory and coverage matters. He also regularly presents at industry seminars, sharing insights on insurance coverage issues, construction defect claims, and litigation best practices.

Howard is committed to delivering exceptional legal services to his clients. His approach involves thoroughly understanding his client’s business and the nuances of their legal disputes. He believes in crafting strategies through shared insight and collaboration, ensuring effective and favorable outcomes.

As a Martindale-Hubbell AV-rated attorney, Howard is widely respected for his legal acumen and professional achievements. His work has helped insurers, contractors, and businesses navigate complex legal challenges, making a significant impact in the legal community and beyond.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Simpson, McMahan, Glick & Burford, PLLC
• Member, Alabama Bar Association
• Member, Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, Birmingham Bar Association
• Member, Defense Research Institute

Licensed State

• Alabama

Education

• Vanderbilt School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Middle Tennessee State University
  BA in History & Political Science with Summa Cum Laude

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