P. Stephen Stephen Gidiere

Environmental Law

3.0 (1 reviews)

Birmingham, Alabama

29+ years experience

Balch & Bingham LLP

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

205-251-8100

https://www.balch.com/professionals/g/gidiere-p-stephen

1901 Sixth Avenue North, Suite 1500, Birmingham, AL 35203-4642

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Bio

P. Stephen Gidiere III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law and Litigation - Environmental.P. Stephen, who practices law in Birmingham, Alabama, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which P. Stephen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. P. Stephen Gidiere III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law and Litigation - Environmental.P. Stephen, who practices law in Birmingham, Alabama, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which P. Stephen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. P. Stephen Gidiere III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law and Litigation - Environmental. P. Stephen, who practices law in Birmingham, Alabama, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which P. Stephen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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

Environmental Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Environmental Law, Birmingham (2021)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Environmental, Birmingham (2016)
Recognized: Environmental Law
Recognized: Litigation - Environmental

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011

Education

The University of Alabama, J.D., graduated 1996

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Reviews

Jeffrey Reed

3 months ago

A solid, experienced attorney for complex environmental matters

We engaged Mr. Gidiere at Balch & Bingham for a complex compliance issue related to a property acquisition with potential soil contamination. His deep knowledge of Alabama environmental law, backed by nearly three decades of experience, was immediately apparent. He was clearly the expert in the room during negotiations with regulatory agencies, and his recognition as a 'Lawyer of the Year' in this field is well-deserved. Our matter was resolved satisfactorily. However, for a 3-star rating, I must note that communication sometimes lagged, with responses taking several days during critical phases. While his legal analysis was thorough, the process felt less collaborative than expected, and fee structures could have been clearer upfront. He is undoubtedly a competent attorney for high-stakes environmental work, but client service aspects felt merely adequate.