About Frank Wilson Myers
Frank Wilson Myers Sr. is an attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, with over 40 years of experience in criminal law. He earned his Juris Doctor from the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in 1980. Following his graduation, he was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 1985. Since then, Mr. Myers has dedicated his career to criminal defense, representing clients in both state and federal courts. His firm, The Law Office of F. Wilson Myers, is located at 4573 Eagle Point Drive, Birmingham, AL 35242, where he continues to provide legal services to those in need.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Myers has made significant contributions to legal education. Since 2016, he has been a professor at the Birmingham School of Law, teaching various subjects, including Workers' Compensation, Municipal Courts, Capital Murder, and Advanced Criminal Procedure. His commitment to educating future legal professionals reflects his understanding of the law and his desire to share that knowledge. In 2019, he expanded his teaching role by joining the University of Alabama at Birmingham as an Adjunct Professor in the Criminal Justice Department. He also coaches the Mock Trial Team, fostering skills in young aspiring lawyers. Mr. Myers' professional journey includes notable international experience.
In 2004, he began serving overseas, working in Iraq as a member of the U.S. Department of State and later in Afghanistan at the U.S. Embassy. His roles during this time were multifaceted, including positions as a senior policy adviser, strategic planner, Rule of Law Team Leader, and manager. He engaged with high-level officials in government justice institutions, civil society, professional associations, legal education institutions, and international organizations on various justice-related matters, showcasing his expertise in the field. Before his international assignments, Mr. Myers served in the U.S. Military, retiring in 1997 — After his military service, he practiced law in Alabama until his deployment overseas in 2004.
Upon returning in March 2016, he resumed his criminal law practice, focusing on state and federal defense. His extensive background in both military and legal arenas gave him a unique perspective that benefits his clients. Throughout his career, Mr. Myers has been committed to community service. He is actively involved in the Walker Chapel United Methodist Church in Shelby County, where he serves as a pastor, demonstrating his dedication to both faith and community. He is married and has three grown children and seven grandchildren, emphasizing the importance of family in his life. As a member of the Alabama State Bar and licensed to practice in the Federal Circuit since 2016, Mr. Myers’ experience and dedication to his clients and the community underscore his longstanding commitment to the legal profession.
