Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Mobile, AL
Galloway, Wettermark, & Rutens has provided trusted legal representation in Mobile, Alabama for over six decades. Our firm specializes in civil litigation, insurance defense, corporate law, tax matters, bankruptcy, employment law, and elder law, serving individuals and businesses with tailored solutions. With a team of seasoned attorneys recognized for excellence, including selection among America's Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators, we combine deep expertise with a commitment to client service. Our appellate practice extends to state and federal systems, ensuring comprehensive legal advocacy.We prioritize cost-effective strategies, proactive dispute resolution, and personalized attention to protect our clients' interests. Our attorneys' decades of experience in complex litigation, tax planning, and corporate compliance underpin our ability to handle cases of any size or complexity. We are dedicated to maintaining our reputation as a premier litigation firm while adapting to evolving legal challenges.
Services
Civil Litigation
Insurance Defense Law
Corporate Matters
Tax Matters
Bankruptcy Law
Employment Law
Elder Law
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience in complex litigation and appellate practice.
- Our attorneys are recognized among America's Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators.
- We offer personalized attention and cost-effective legal strategies.
- Our team includes a Tax Lawyer of the Year award recipient.
- We handle cases of any size or complexity with proven expertise.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Best Lawyers
What people say
Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators
Tax Lawyer of the Year
Proven expertise
Personalized attention
Cost-effective strategies
Services
Civil Litigation
We represent organizations in business litigation, breach of contract disputes, property damage claims, and complex commercial disputes. Our attorneys handle pre-suit negotiations, trial work, and appellate practice in state and federal courts. With decades of experience, we provide strategic defense and aggressive representation to protect clients' interests in high-stakes litigation.
Insurance Defense Law
We assist insurance companies and self-insured entities with coverage issues, subrogation claims, and bad faith litigation. Our services include policy analysis, declaratory judgment actions, and defense in tort and product liability cases. We focus on cost-effective resolution while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and policyholder obligations.
Corporate Matters
Our corporate practice covers business formation, contract drafting, shareholder disputes, and compliance counseling. We advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring while providing litigation support for commercial disputes. With decades of experience, we deliver practical solutions to protect business interests and ensure regulatory compliance.
Tax Matters
We offer comprehensive tax planning for estates, individuals, and corporations, including Section 1031 exchanges and IRS dispute resolution. Our services include tax litigation in state and federal courts, strategic estate planning, and compliance counseling. Recognized as Tax Lawyer of the Year, our team delivers tailored solutions to minimize tax liabilities.
Bankruptcy Law
We represent debtors and creditors in Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcies, including complex reorganization and adversary proceedings. Our services include debt restructuring, creditor rights enforcement, and dischargeability analysis. As specialists in Chapter 11 cases, we help businesses navigate bankruptcy to achieve financial recovery while protecting stakeholder interests.
People
Robert M. Galloway
Partner
LL.M. in Taxation from NYU. Specializes in corporate law and tax planning. Recognized as Tax Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers. Over 40 years of legal experience.
Andrew J. Rutens
Partner
Selected among America's Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators. Focuses on appellate practice and complex litigation. Practicing law since 1992 with a focus on civil defense.
Lawrence M. Wettermark
Senior Partner
39 years of legal experience. Specializes in corporate compliance and commercial litigation. Provides strategic counsel to businesses on contractual and operational matters.
Melissa P. Hunter
Attorney
Focuses on corporate law and estate planning. Graduated from University of Alabama School of Law. Provides practical solutions for business and individual clients.
Edward T. Overton Sr.
Attorney
Specializes in bankruptcy and creditors' rights. Admitted to Mississippi Bar in 2017. Represents clients in complex debt restructuring and bankruptcy proceedings.
Questions
What areas of law does Galloway, Wettermark & Rutens specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation, insurance defense, corporate law, tax matters, bankruptcy, employment law, and elder law.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Our firm has served clients in Mobile, AL for over 60 years, with attorneys possessing decades of combined legal experience.
Can the firm handle complex litigation cases?
Yes, our attorneys have extensive experience in complex litigation, including appellate practice in state and federal courts.
Does the firm offer tax planning services?
Yes, we provide estate, individual, and corporate tax planning, including Section 1031 exchanges and IRS dispute resolution.
How does the firm approach bankruptcy cases?
We represent debtors and creditors in Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcies, focusing on debt restructuring and business reorganization.
What recognition has the firm received?
Our attorneys have been recognized as America's Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators and Tax Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers.
