Law School: Faulkner University, Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, magna cum laude
Undergraduate: Troy University, B.S. English and History, magna cum laude
SUMMARY
Megan grew up in Ohatchee, Alabama and graduated from Ohatchee High School. She then attended Troy University, graduating magna cum laude with a B.S. in English and History. She then attended law school at Faulkner University, Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, graduating magna cum laude. During law school, Megan received "Best Paper" honors in Real Estate Practice, Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and First Amendment Rights.
Megan is a member of the Alabama State Bar, the Young Lawyer's Division of the State Bar, and the Etowah County Bar Association. She is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Northern and Middle Districts of Alabama.
LEGAL EXPERIENCE AND BACKGROUND
General Civil Litigation
Megan's practice is largely centered in general civil litigation where she handles everything from torts to contract disputes.
Business Law
Megan works with clients regarding the formation of business entities, contracts for said entities, and related issues.
Probate and Estate Planning
Megan has an extensive practice in estate planning which includes simple and complex estates. She believes that estate planning is extremely important as it is the only time many persons will use an attorney in their day to day lives. She works with clients in delivering full estate planning services, including testamentary trusts, simple wills, powers of attorney, and advanced healthcare directives.
Appellate Advocacy
Megan has experience with appellate advocacy, particularly with domestic issues.
Professional Licenses
Megan did her externship during law school with the Alabama Board of Nursing. She has experience with drafting and representing professional clients in actions against their licenses.
Trademarks
Megan has experience working with business clients to protect their unique brand through the use of trademark.
Bar Admissions
Member, Alabama State Bar
Member, Etowah County Bar Association
Admitted, Northern and Middle District of Alabama
Education:
Ohatchee High School
Troy University, B.S., magna cum laudePhi Alpha Theta
Editor, The Alexandrian
Faulkner University, J.D., magna cum laude
Best Paper: Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, First Amendment RIghts, Real Estate Practice
PERSONAL BACKGROUND
Megan is married to Cole Huizinga. They have one child, Atticus, and two dogs, Maple and Murphy.
Hometown: Ohatchee, AL
Community Involvement
Wags to Riches Photography
Friends of Rescue