Alabama civil rights attorneys who take injustice personally

Your rights are not optional

Standing up to power in Alabama

Civil rights violations are not “misunderstandings.” They are real harm, carried out under the color of authority or through discrimination that shuts doors people worked hard to open. Maxwell Tillman represents clients across Birmingham and the Black Belt who have been subjected to police brutality, wrongful arrests, jail and prison abuse, and discrimination that steals dignity or opportunity.


Alabama’s civil rights history is not just a chapter in a book. It is the ground we walk on in Birmingham, Selma, Marion, Greensboro, Camden, and every community where people are still pushed to the margins.

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Civil rights cases we handle

Where violations show up

Our civil rights practice includes:

Excessive force, wrongful shootings, and unlawful searches

Abuse, neglect, or medical indifference in jails and prisons

Rights violations tied to protests, speech, or lawful assembly

False arrest, retaliation, and racial profiling

Discrimination by government agencies, schools, landlords, or businesses

If you are not sure whether what happened qualifies, we will talk it through with you.

Why Maxwell Tillman Coleman

A firm built for civil justice

These cases are hard for a reason. Qualified immunity, missing records, and closed ranks are designed to keep harm quiet. Our attorneys know the legal standards, the deadlines, and how to build a record that forces accountability. We also know what it means when a client says they want a lawyer who understands the lived reality of discrimination in Alabama.


Maxwell Tillman Coleman does not run from these fights. We bring them to court.

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faqs

Direct answers, no legal fog

  • What counts as a civil rights violation

    When a protected right is infringed by a government actor or through unlawful discrimination in certain settings, you may have a claim.

  • Can I sue the police in Alabama

    Yes. These cases often go through federal civil rights law and require proof of a clear rights violation.

  • How long do I have to file

    Most civil rights claims follow a two-year limitations period, and evidence matters early.

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You do not have to carry this alone

If something happened that left you angry, scared, or ashamed to even talk about, that is often the moment legal help is needed most. Reach out to Maxwell Tillman and tell us what you are facing. We will handle the legal fight so you can focus on healing and moving forward.