Liz Young

Liz Young is a highly respected attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, specializing in criminal defense and estate planning. She is a partner at Dummier Young LLC. She represents clients across the greater metro area. In 2011, Ms. Young earned her Juris Doctor from Birmingham School of Law. She completed her undergraduate studies at Jacksonville State University. She has been licensed to practice law in Alabama since the same year.

Ms. Young’s legal career is marked by her dedication to justice and her clients. She started her legal career with a background in law enforcement. It gave her valuable experience in the criminal justice system. This unique perspective has allowed her to effectively advocate for individuals facing misdemeanor and felony charges. Her criminal defense practice covers many cases. These include drug possession, DUI, theft, burglary, embezzlement, white-collar crimes, homicide, and sex crimes. She seeks positive outcomes for her clients.

In addition to her criminal defense work, Ms. Young offers estate planning services. She assists clients in drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance medical directives while guiding them through the complexities of probate administration. Her comprehensive approach ensures that her clients’ assets and interests are protected.

Ms. Young is a widely recognized leader in criminal defense. In 2019, she was featured on NBC’s “The Attorneys,” where she broke down key issues in criminal defense law, further cementing her reputation as a trusted legal expert. She has earned numerous honors, including repeated selections to Super Lawyers and recognition as a “Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney Under 40” by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Ms. Young is also consistently ranked among Birmingham’s top attorneys, reflecting her strong track record, client-focused representation, and respected standing in the local legal community.

Ms. Young is active in the legal community. She serves on various committees of the Birmingham and Alabama Bar Associations. She is also a zealous advocate for first responders, representing the largest police and fire unions in Alabama. Her professional achievements reflect her commitment to delivering high-quality legal services and making a difference in the lives of her clients.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Dummier Young LLC
• Vice President, Gardendale Chamber of Commerce
• Member, Birmingham Bar Association
• Member, Alabama Bar Association

Licensed State

• Alabama

Education

• Birmingham School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Jacksonville State University

Awards & Badges