George W. Royer,

Litigation - First Amendment

5.0 (1 reviews)

Huntsville, Alabama

53+ years experience

Lanier Ford Shaver & Payne PC

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

256-535-1100

https://www.lanierford.com/attorney/george-w-royer

2101 West Clinton Avenue, Suite 102, P.O. Box 2087, Huntsville, AL 35804-2087

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Bio

Mr. Royer’s practice is primarily focused on litigation. He practices primarily in the areas of local governmental liability, civil rights and constitutional litigation, employment, commercial disputes and professional malpractice, both at the trial level and on appeal. He frequently serves as a court-appointed mediator in civil litigation for federal and state courts.He also regularly represents clients in general civil and insurance defense litigation. Mr. Royer’s practice is primarily focused on litigation. He practices primarily in the areas of local governmental liability, civil rights and constitutional litigation, employment, commercial disputes and professional malpractice, both at the trial level and on appeal. He frequently serves as a court-appointed mediator in civil litigation for federal and state courts.He also regularly represents clients in general civil and insurance defense litigation. Mr. Royer’s practice is primarily focused on litigation. He practices primarily in the areas of local governmental liability, civil rights and constitutional litigation, employment, commercial disputes and professional malpractice, both at the trial level and on appeal. He frequently serves as a court-appointed mediator in civil litigation for federal and state courts. He also regularly represents clients in general civil and insurance defense litigation.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Alabama

State Capital

Montgomery

Highest Court

Alabama Supreme Court

Bar Association

Alabama State Bar

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Litigation - First Amendment

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Labor and Employment, Huntsville (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Labor and Employment, Huntsville (2021)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Labor and Employment, Huntsville (2013)
Recognized: Litigation - First Amendment
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
Recognized: Litigation - Municipal
Recognized: Mediation
Practice Area: Commercial Litigation
Practice Area: Municipal Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005

Education

The University of Alabama, J.D., graduated 1972
The University of Alabama, B.A., graduated 1969

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Reviews

Brian Rivera

3 months ago

A consummate professional with five decades of expertise

When our municipality faced a complex civil rights and employment litigation, the stakes were incredibly high. We turned to George Royer at Lanier Ford Shaver & Payne, and it was the best decision we could have made. His 53 years of experience, particularly in local governmental liability, were immediately evident. Mr. Royer possesses a profound understanding of constitutional litigation that goes far beyond textbook knowledge. He guided our council with a steady hand, explaining intricate legal strategies with clarity while never losing sight of our practical objectives. His recent recognition as Lawyer of the Year in Litigation - Labor and Employment is well-deserved, reflecting the strategic acumen he brought to our case. The positive resolution he secured protected our community and its resources. For any serious commercial or governmental legal challenge in Huntsville, George Royer is the definitive authority.