Hare Wynn is proud to announce that attorneys Leon Ashford, Ralph Cook, Scott Powell, and Shay Samples have been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers list. This prestigious recognition highlights attorneys who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to representing individuals in cases involving serious injury, medical malpractice, defective products, and other complex consumer litigation.
About Lawdragon and the Award
Founded in 2005, Lawdragon’s lists are compiled through a combination of peer nominations, independent journalistic research, and editorial vetting. The 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers list recognizes lawyers who represent individuals who have made a significant impact through high-stakes litigation on behalf of consumers and injured plaintiffs.
This year’s list includes only a select group of lawyers nationwide, making Hare Wynn’s strong presence especially meaningful. The inclusion of four attorneys from one firm is a testament to the depth of talent and commitment within the team.
Meet the Honored Attorneys
Leon Ashford
Leon Ashford
With over five decades of trial experience, Leon Ashford is a trusted advocate in the courtroom and a leader in the plaintiff’s bar. He has served as managing partner of Hare Wynn since 1996, handling cases involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex medical negligence. Under his leadership, the firm has secured some of Alabama’s largest verdicts and settlements.
S. Shay Samples
Shay Samples
Shay Samples is known throughout Alabama for his sharp courtroom instincts and unwavering dedication to injured clients. He focuses primarily on medical malpractice and personal injury cases and has secured numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts, including a $21 million jury award in a medical negligence case. Shay has earned recognition from Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, and ABOTA, and now joins the Lawdragon 500 for his continued excellence in plaintiff advocacy.
Ralph Cook
Ralph Cook
A former justice of the Alabama Supreme Court, Ralph Cook brings unmatched legal insight and strategic leadership to Hare Wynn. His work spans a range of high-impact consumer and civil rights litigation.
Scott Powell
Scott Powell
Scott Powell has built a strong reputation for his work in product liability, mass torts, and personal injury. He is known for his practical approach and steady resolve in complex, document-heavy litigation. His inclusion in this year’s Lawdragon 500 highlights a career marked by thorough preparation, strategic focus, and results that matter for real people.
About Hare Wynn
Founded in 1890, Hare Wynn is one of the oldest and most respected plaintiff law firms in the country. The firm handles serious injury and wrongful death cases involving medical negligence, defective products, trucking accidents, fraud, and corporate wrongdoing. Contact us for a free consultation today!
