Jim's Experience

• Jim represents Alabama’s largest health insurer/payor, which he is currently defending in several nationwide and statewide class actions pending in federal and state court in Alabama. These matters include suits alleging violation of Section 1 and 2 of the Sherman Act. He previously defended the same company in federal court that resulted in a published opinion dismissing claims that the company had violated Section 2 of the Sherman Act.
• Jim also represents the Alabama affiliate of the nation’s largest waste management company, which has included successfully defending the company at a trial against business tort claims, counseling on Commerce Clause issues, representation before local governments, and developing and executing strategies for public hearings and competitive situations. Mr. Priester also represents one of the largest community banks in Alabama in lender liability and other banking litigation. He has advised several financial institutions regarding rights and obligations under Loan Participation Agreements. His general litigation practice often involves post-acquisition disputes between the buyer and the seller.

Jim's Awards

• The Best Lawyers in America© for Health Care Law (2009-present); Commercial Litigation, Litigation: Banking and Finance (2016-present); Antitrust Law (2018)
• Mid-South Super Lawyers for Business/Corporate (2017)
• Alabama Super Lawyers  for Business Litigation (2009-2010)
• Martindale Hubbell AV ® – Preeminent Rating

Jim's Affiliations and Civic Involvement

Affiliations

• American Bar Association
• Alabama State Bar Association
• Birmingham Bar Association

Civic Involvement

• The Kings Ranch and Hannah Homes, Past Chair and Board Member
• Birmingham Zoo, Board Member