We Are the Attorneys You Need Behind You

At The Rice Firm, LLC, we are committed to the pursuit of achieving justice for all, and we believe wholeheartedly that every person deserves to live freely in a world where so much opportunity abounds. Our practice is client-focused, grounded in compassion and integrity, and we have the experience necessary to guide you through whatever legal challenges you face.

Richard Rice – Owner

Richard A. Rice is a Huntsville native. He matriculated at the University of Alabama and majored in Business Administration with a primary concentration in Economics. He received several scholarships and did studies in pre-law and psychology. Upon graduation in August 2004, he returned home and worked with AMCOM in the Office of the Judge Advocate General as a legal assistant. After a year of serving in this capacity, he matriculated at the University of Alabama School of Law in August 2005. Rice received a full academic scholarship to pursue a Doctorate of Jurisprudence.

After graduating in May 2008, he joined a political consulting firm as a Canvass Director. In this capacity, he worked to promote democratic and progressive principles by organizing individuals, groups, civic organizations, and other affiliates. In 2009, he founded The Rice Firm, LLC.

Attorney Rice is admitted to practice in the Municipal and State courts of Alabama and U. S. District Federal Court for the Northern District of Alabama. U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.

Community Involvement/Awards:

Ostara Initiative/Alabama Prison Birth Project Board Member (2023)
GASP Board President (2023),
Magic City Bar President Executive Committee (2022),
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute Secretary (2021),
Top 40 under 40 Birmingham Business Journal (2020),
State of Alabama NAACP Attorney of the Year (2019),
Grassroots Coalition Birmingham – Founder (2017),
Smithfield Community Action Team Founder (2016),
Magic City Agriculture Project (2011),
Madison County Bar Association Scholarship Recipient (2005)

Associations

Richard A. Rice is a member of the Birmingham Bar Association, Alabama Bar Association, Magic City Bar Association, American Association for Justice, and Alabama Lawyers Association. He is a member of the Board of Directors for several charity organizations, including Alabama Possible (Board Member), Magic City Agriculture Project (President of the Executive Board and Board Chairperson), and Four Letter Word (Co-Founder/Board Member).

Martrece Bell – Paralegal

Martrece Macon Bell, a dedicated paralegal at The Rice Firm since 2018, boasts over 20 years of experience as a case manager and holds certifications as a Loan Signing Agent and Notary. Actively involved in community initiatives, she is a member of The Rock City Church and the Determined 2Be leadership and mentoring program.
Thriving in the fast-paced legal environment, Martrece values the diversity of cases and client issues. In her personal life, she cherishes 28 years of marriage, proudly raising 6 adult kids and serving as a loving MiMi to two, including one angel baby and her grandson Knox.

Public Interest

Public interest law is the practice of law to further interests shared by the entire public or significant segments. The clients and issues handled by The Rice Firm, LLC reflect broad areas of public concern, including illegal discrimination, poverty alleviation, consumer protection, and equitable education.

We also focus on restoring civil rights/liberties, prison issues, economic development, equality in education, racial/ethnic justice, voting rights, government accountability/reform, and police/prison misconduct.

Results, Innovation, Compassion

Speak to us at The Rice Firm, LLC. Email us at rrice@rice-lawfirm.com or call us at (205) 618-8733. We’re driven by results, innovation, and compassion and look forward to helping you fight for justice, whether it’s regarding civil litigation or other legal matters.