Alan Hamilton inducted into trial lawyers college

Atlanta trial lawyer Alan Hamilton, a partner at Shiver Hamilton Campbell, was inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers during the group’s 2026 Annual Meeting in New York City. The honor recognizes seasoned trial lawyers who meet high standards in advocacy, ethics, professionalism and civility.

Why it matters: - Fellowship in the American College of Trial Lawyers is one of the most selective honors in trial law. - The recognition signals professional standing among peers in North America’s trial bar. - Hamilton’s induction adds national visibility to Shiver Hamilton Campbell and to his work in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases.

What happened: - Alan Hamilton, a partner at Shiver Hamilton Campbell, became a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. - The induction ceremony took place during the College’s 2026 Annual Meeting in New York City. - The ceremony drew an audience of about 925 people.

The details: - The American College of Trial Lawyers was founded in 1950. - The organization is composed of leading trial lawyers from the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. - Fellowship is by invitation only. - Candidates go through a rigorous investigation process. - Eligible lawyers must have at least 15 years of trial experience. - The College says Fellows must demonstrate the highest standards of trial advocacy, ethical conduct, professionalism, civility and collegiality. - The organization works to preserve trial practice, civility, professionalism and the administration of justice. - Its priorities include support for an independent judiciary, the rule of law, trial by jury and access to justice. - Hamilton co-founded Shiver Hamilton Campbell in 2011. - His practice focuses on catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases, including trucking and commercial vehicle crashes, premises liability, negligent security, automotive and tire product liability, and fire and explosion injuries. - Hamilton has tried numerous cases to verdict. - He has appeared before courts in 15 states. - Hamilton has represented clients in appellate courts in Georgia and other states. - He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Georgia School of Law and was elected to the Order of the Coif. - He earned an undergraduate degree in accounting from Auburn University. - Hamilton completed a federal judicial clerkship with Judge William M. Acker, Jr. of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama. - He also practiced with Butler, Wooten & Fryhofer in Atlanta. - Hamilton serves as an Executive Officer and board member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. - He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. - Hamilton has been named to the Georgia Super Lawyers Top 100 list. - Georgia Trend has recognized him among its Legal Elite. - He holds an AV Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell. - He received the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association’s Courageous Pursuit of Justice Award in 2016. - He is a Master of the Clarke-Carley Inn of Court at the University of Georgia School of Law. - Hamilton frequently speaks at continuing legal education programs on jury selection, opening statements and closing argument. - Shiver Hamilton Campbell represents individuals and families in serious injury and wrongful death cases throughout Georgia. - The firm has offices in Atlanta, Savannah and St. Simons Island. - The main office is at 3490 Piedmont Road NE, Suite 640, Atlanta, GA 30305. - The firm can be reached at 404-593-0020 and its website. - The firm’s social media pages include LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.

Between the lines: - The induction reflects a career built around trial work, appellate practice and bar leadership. - Hamilton’s résumé shows a focus on courtroom advocacy and professional service rather than transactional practice. - The honor also places him within a network of peers that the College describes as the best of the trial bar in North America.

What's next: - Hamilton will continue his work at Shiver Hamilton Campbell on serious injury and wrongful death matters. - His role in legal associations and continuing education programs suggests continued visibility in Georgia’s trial-law community. - The American College of Trial Lawyers will keep using fellowship to recognize experienced trial lawyers who meet its standards.