ATTORNEY | SPEAKER | CONSULTANT
MY STORY
Experienced Leader in Government Relations, Public Affairs, and Strategic Communication
Earl Hilliard Jr., Esq. is a respected attorney and public affairs leader who combines legal insight, legislative experience, and strategic vision to drive positive change.
As the former Senior Public Affairs Officer for the City of Birmingham, Earl served as the primary liaison to the City’s Boards and Agencies. In this role, he advised and consulted with executive directors and boards on city interaction, legislative engagement, ethics, governance, and legal compliance.
He also organized and co-facilitated the City’s Boards and Agencies Citizen Volunteer Service Training Program — helping prepare community leaders for effective public service.
Earl led the development and execution of the City’s state and federal legislative agendas, providing strategic counsel to the Mayor, City Council, and Executive Leadership Team on policy priorities, advocacy strategy, and stakeholder engagement.
A former Alabama State Representative, Earl has a proven record of advancing legislation, negotiating complex agreements, and representing organizational interests before diverse audiences. His career spans law, corporate advising, nonprofit leadership, and community development — always grounded in integrity and a commitment to service.
Earl earned his Juris Doctor from Howard University School of Law and his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Morehouse College.
Leadership begins with purpose — and the courage to serve.
- Simon Sinek
AWARDS
National Alliance of Black School Educators Excellence for Education Award
NAACP Outstanding Father of the Year
Vice Chairman of the Labor and Economic Development Committee for the National Conference of State Legislators
NAACP Rising Star
Legislative Conservationist of the Year - Alabama Wildlife Federation
Freshman Legislator of the Year
