Gibson Vance

Gibson Vance began his journey at Beasley Allen in 2000. His career is rooted in advocating for individuals and small businesses harmed by negligence or misconduct, participating in numerous jury trials, many of which resulted in significant verdicts.

Raised in Fort Valley, Georgia, his early work experiences—from peach farms to Dairy Queen—shaped his strong work ethic and people skills, which continue to define his approach to law today. He has earned widespread recognition for his unwavering dedication to justice and excellence in trial law. Gibson was the inaugural recipient of the Alabama Association for Justice’s Spirit Sword / President’s Award, honored for embodying the spirit of a trial lawyer. Nationally, he received the Joe Tonahill and the prestigious Wiedemann & Wysocki Awards from the American Association for Justice for his service and political advocacy. His elite standing is further affirmed by his selection to the National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 and repeated inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers lists, including being named 2022 “Lawyer of the Year” for Product Liability Litigation in Montgomery. Gibson’s commitment to service and integrity was also recognized with the firm’s first Chad Stewart Award and the Alabama State Bar’s President’s Award in 2020 and 2022.

His practice focuses on holding wrongdoers accountable and helping those most in need. Whether representing clients in complex litigation or leading professional organizations, Gibson brings integrity, compassion, and a relentless drive to make a difference. Gibson has played a key role in high-profile legal efforts, including his appointment to the Plaintiffs Steering Committee for a major multidistrict litigation involving a data breach at Community Health Systems Inc., which exposed sensitive information of approximately 4.5 million patients. Earlier in his career, he also secured a $2.9 million verdict in a securities fraud case in Henry County, Alabama.

Gibson’s leadership and service in the legal community are as impressive as his courtroom achievements. He is a Past President of the American Association for Justice (AAJ), where he represented 60,000 members and served on influential committees like Finance, Public Affairs, and Membership Oversight. He also chaired AAJ’s PAC and served on its Executive Committee. Regionally, he led the Alabama Association for Justice and the Southern Trial Lawyers Association, fostering collaboration across 13 states. Locally, he has held multiple leadership roles in the Montgomery County Bar Association and the Montgomery Trial Lawyers Association. Gibson also served as President of the Alabama State Bar (2022–2023) and remains active on key state legal committees. His professional excellence earned him a place among the Fellows of the Alabama Law Foundation and membership in the elite American Board of Trial Advocates—an honor reserved for the most skilled and ethical trial lawyers in the country.

He is married to Kate Vance, and they have two children, Carter and Andrew. They attend First Baptist Church of Montgomery. Gibson is a member of the Board of Directors for Wynlakes Golf and Country Club. His journey from small-town roots to national legal leadership is a testament to his dedication and character. In August 2019, Gibson was elected by the Troy University Board of Trustees to serve as its President Pro Temp. Gibson has also been appointed to the Alabama Judicial Compensation Committee by the state’s lieutenant governor.

Education

Gibson’s path to becoming a lawyer was built on determination and hard work. He worked multiple part-time jobs to help put himself through Troy State University, graduating in 1987. Determined to become a lawyer, he attended night classes at Faulkner University’s Thomas Goode Jones School of Law while working as a law clerk during the day. He graduated in 1992.

During his third year, he obtained a special license that allowed him to try cases, successfully completing three jury trials before graduation. He also served as the president of the Student Bar Association and received the Advocacy Award, recognizing him as the top graduate in his class. Additionally, he played a key role in establishing the school’s Future Trial Lawyers Association, demonstrating his commitment to fostering the next generation of legal professionals.

Licenses

• Alabama (1993)