Ian Gaston

In 1968, Ian Gaston, son of Albert, graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law 4th out of 107, and immediately began to help his father build the family practice. Shortly thereafter, he partnered with local attorneys, with various modifications through 1981, at which time Ian and Albert Gaston established Gaston & Gaston APLC. Later, Ian’s son, Frederick Gaston, joined the firm to carry on the proud family tradition. Ian Gaston offers advice, counsel, and guidance in all matters which would benefit from his experience and wisdom.

Academic

1. Public schools in Mobile County, Alabama graduating C.F. Vigor High School in 1962.
2. University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee 1962-1965.  BA in history cum laude; Phi Beta Kappa.
3. University of Alabama School of Law, 1965-1968.  Juris Doctor Degree.  Graduated number 4 of 107.
4. H.M. Sommerville Law Prize
5. Assistant Editor, Alabama Law Review
6. Order of the Coif
7. President, Bench and Bar Legal Honor Society
8. Omicron Delta Kappa

Professional

1. Admitted to practice before Alabama Supreme Court 1968; subsequent admissions to U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Alabama, Fifth and Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeal.
2. Alabama and Mobile Bar Associations
3. President, Young Lawyers Section, Mobile Bar Association 1975-1976
4. Member, Alabama and National Criminal Defense Lawyers Associations
5. American Arbitration Association certified mediator
6. Martindale-Hubbell rating “AV” - An AV Rating shows that a lawyer has reached the height of professional excellence. He or she has usually practiced law for many years, and is recognized for the highest levels of skill and integrity.
7. President, Paul W. Brock Chapter Inns of Court 1998 – 2000
8. Vice President, Mobile County Bar Association, 2007
9. Member, Mobile County Judicial Selection Commission
10. President of Mobile County Bar Association