J. Rushton Rushton McClees

Commercial Litigation

4.0 (1 reviews)

Birmingham, Alabama

39+ years experience

Dentons Sirote PC

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

+1 205-930-5106

https://www.dentons.com/en/rushton-mcclees

2311 Highland Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205

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Bio

J. Rushton McClees is a shareholder in Dentons Sirote’s Birmingham, Alabama office, where he is a co-chair of the Dentons Sirote Litigation practice group. For more than 35 years, Rushton has tried jury and bench trials in state and federal courts throughout Alabama; including securing a $20 million verdict representing plaintiffs in a class action breach of fiduciary duty case. He routinely prosecutes and defends claims for injunctive relief, including enforcement and defense of non-competition/non-solicitation agreements. Rushton was instrumental in changing Alabama’s law on anticipated nuisances. His practice also includes the defense of product liability and contractor liability claims and the representation of insurance brokers and banks in business fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, shareholder derivative, and director and officer liability matters.

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Commercial Litigation
Recognized: Insurance Law
Recognized: Litigation - Construction
AV-Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014

Education

The University of Alabama, JD, graduated 1986
The University of Alabama, BS, graduated 1983

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Reviews

Laura Cook

2 weeks ago

Experienced and effective counsel for complex business disputes

We engaged Rushton McClees at Dentons Sirote to handle a significant construction litigation matter involving a major project delay. His deep experience, particularly in construction and commercial litigation, was immediately evident. He navigated the complex legal and technical issues with a steady hand, and his recognition in these practice areas is well-deserved. The outcome was very favorable for our company. While communication response times could occasionally be quicker during extremely busy periods, his strategic guidance and courtroom presence were invaluable. I would confidently recommend him for any serious business dispute in Alabama.