R. Vann Buchanan, Jr.

A native of Huntsville, Mr. Buchanan focuses on litigation, practicing primarily in defense of employers in employment matters, workers’ compensation claims, retaliatory discharge claims, and in defending against injury and wrongful death cases. Mr. Buchanan handles litigation matters for a diverse array of clients, including corporations, manufacturers, insurance carriers, municipalities, and restaurants.

Outside of work, Mr. Buchanan enjoys hunting, Auburn sports, and spending time with family and friends.

Assistant Contact Information: Amy Hersey
R. Vann Buchanan, Jr.

Court Admissions

  • All Alabama State Courts

Attorney Bio

Education
  • J.D., 2024, Vanderbilt University Law School, Nashville, TN

    Articles Editor, Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law

    Dean’s Scholar

    Vanderbilt in Venice

  • B.A., 2021, magna cum laude, Auburn University, Auburn, AL

    Dean's List

    Spirit of Auburn Presidential Scholar

    Pi Lambda Sigma

BAR ADMISSIONS
  • Alabama, 2024
publications
  • “Is Blood Thicker than Water? Europe Must Work Together to Solve its Impending Water Crisis,” Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law (2024).

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Awards & Recognitions

Martindale-Hubbell indicates Lanier Ford has an average peer rating of 4.5 (on a 5-point scale). U.S. News and World Report has recognized Lanier Ford as a tier 1 firm. Lanier Ford is also an accredited business by the Better Business Bureau and a recommended insurance defense firm as recognized by A. M. Best & Company.

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