Harrison Proctor to Lead Statewide Legal Advocacy Group

Birmingham, Alabama — Alabamians for Legal Reform (ALR), a professional advocacy organization committed to ensuring fairness and balance in Alabama’s civil justice system, has made a new appointment for the position of executive director. The organization said on Wednesday that they will have a full-time leadership role starting from the next legislative session for hydrogen Proctor, a highly experienced professional in governmental affairs.

About the Organization

Alabamians for Legal Reform is a coalition consisting of small businesses, trade associations, grassroots organizations, and other concerned parties formed to advocate for changes in Alabama’s civil justice system which they say will cut down "lawsuit abuse" significantly and create a more just legal environment for both individuals and local businesses.

Harrison Proctor: Background and Experience

Proctor, a Birmingham native, has a rich experience in government affairs. Prior to ALR, he was a lawyer of government affairs at Protective Life dealing with Birmingham and Washington, D.C. He earned a law degree and an MBA from the University of Alabama at the same time.

His experience and composure as a leader have been commended by the board members. An ALR board member, Jeremy Walker, declared that Proctor is the one who brings not only the understanding but also the right character to help the group's endeavors.

Goals and Vision for 2026

Proctor in his new position will take charge of ALR's policy, lobbying, and grassroots campaigns in Alabama that are to start from the 2026 regular legislative session slated for January. He will concentrate on making the organization more vocal and gathering allies all over the state as executive director. 

Proctor, speaking for himself, stressed that a predictable legal system is one of the major factors for the economic growth and the protection of local jobs. He claimed that an equitable and uniform civil justice system provides businesses with the certainty they require to invest and thrive in their neighborhoods.

Economic Impact of Lawsuit Abuse

Stakeholder D. Franklin III brought the actual prices of what the group called legal malpractice to light. He pointed out that small enterprises have to bear the brunt of the financial loss through unnecessary legal expenses and increased insurance premiums. Consequently, funds that could have been utilized for employee recruitment, salary increment, or business growth are now stuck in the legal process, thus impacting the economies of localities.

Looking Ahead

The 2026 legislative session is coming near and ALR intends to push its policy agenda through Proctor's leadership. The team is looking to alter the civil justice system in a way that will eventually save money for Alabamians and at the same time provide a fairer justice system for all the businesses and individuals in the state.