AL HR296

Commends Atley A. Kitchings, Jr., for outstanding professional achievement and 65 years of membership in the Alabama Bar as of April 26, 2015.

Recognizes Mr. Kitchings' service as a Distinguished Senior Member of Wallace, Jordan, Ratliff and Brandt, LLC, demonstrating experience, wisdom, integrity, and dedication to client service.

Documents his military service as a Navy officer during World War II, commissioned at age 19 to command a Navy subchaser vessel, and his law career beginning in 1950 with the Birmingham firm Davies and Williams.

Notes his career positions as Acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama, chief legal officer for Bell South, and partner in private practice with Lange, Simpson, Robinson, and Somerville.

Affirms that at 89 years of age, Mr. Kitchings continues to practice law and remain an active community member, warranting special recognition and commendation from the Alabama House of Representatives.