Laird, Baker & Blackstock – Firm Overview & Spotlight
Our Story: Experience Rooted in Results
Laird, Baker & Blackstock was founded on a simple but powerful idea: deliver big results with small-town values.
Attorney Wesley L. Laird, former President of the Alabama Association for Justice (ALAJ), opened the firm in Opp, Alabama in 1987. In 1992, he was joined by David Baker, a seasoned litigator in criminal defense and domestic cases, originally from Birmingham. In 1996, Thomas A. “Andy” Blackstock, Jr., a farmer’s son from Opp with a passion for real estate and probate , became part of the team. Together, they formed Laird, Baker & Blackstock in 2000—and they’ve been fighting for the injured ever since.
Between them, the three partners bring over 100 years of combined legal experience, with proven results in complex litigation and personal injury law.
Proven Leaders in Complex Litigation
Laird, Baker & Blackstock has successfully handled a wide range of legal matters—including class actions and multi-district litigation (MDL). Wesley Laird served as class counsel in a landmark Covington County case representing all city school systems in Alabama, resulting in a $41 million settlement that continues to benefit Alabama students to this day.
Whether representing hundreds or a single family, the firm applies the same commitment, preparation, and relentless advocacy in every case.
About Wesley L. Laird:
Wes Laird has secured more than $100 million in verdicts and settlements for his clients. His work spans:
- Trucking and commercial vehicle accidents
- Oil rig and offshore injuries
- Farm and heavy equipment accidents
- Wrongful death cases
- Construction and product liability claims
Wesley Laird has successfully resolved multi-million-dollar lawsuits in both state and federal courts, including Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Louisiana.
Raised on a family farm in Florala, Alabama, Wes Laird understands hard work and the value of hands-on experience. He’s operated heavy machinery himself, giving him unique insight in cases involving tractors, loaders, and construction equipment.
He has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Civil Litigators in the U.S. by the National Trial Lawyers and is Past President of the Alabama Association for Justice—the state’s premier organization of trial lawyers.
About David Baker:
David Baker, in addition to successfully representing injured clients in automobile accidents, has successfully defended numerous clients wrongfully accused of crimes. David also regularly represents clients in both simple and complex divorce and child custody matters. He has over 30 years of courtroom experience.
About Thomas A. Blackstock:
Thomas A. Blackstock, Jr., known as Andy to his friends, is another South Alabama farm boy. Andy has done hundreds of real estate closings, assisted clients with complicated financial matters or debt reorganization, and has successfully represented farmers in crop insurance arbitration. He has over 28 years of experience as an attorney. and is one of the few lawyers who can handle consumer real estate closings.
Accessibility
The lawyer representing you at our firm won’t be just a face on a billboard or television ad. You will have direct access to a lawyer you know and trust.
Your consultation for your personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, fraud, insurance bad faith, or business litigation case is free and, if we take your case, we will represent you on a contingency fee basis. In other words, we will fund your case and do the work for you, and you only pay us when we successfully collect.
