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Drew Wenzel
also known as Drew Wenzel
About Drew
Biography
Drew Wenzel is a partner at Southern Estate Lawyers. Along with his partners Dee Asthana and Randall Caldwell, Drew founded Southern Estate Lawyers to create a statewide Alabama estates law firm providing services in estate planning, probate, and estate and trust litigation. With over a decade of experience creating estate plans for Alabama residents, representing clients in estate administration proceedings, and litigating estate disputes, Drew has amassed a wealth of experience across all areas of estate law.
Drew believes estate planning and probate should not feel overwhelming or unnecessarily complicated. He takes a practical, straightforward approach to counseling clients, helping them understand their options and the legal issues affecting their families. Whether creating an estate plan, guiding a family through probate, or handling a contested estate or trust, Drew focuses on providing clear advice and helping clients make informed decisions with confidence.
A native of Foley, Alabama, Drew attended the United States Military Academy at West Point and, upon graduation, was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Army. He served for over seven years as an aviation officer and cargo helicopter pilot, including two combat tours in Iraq. After being honorably discharged at the rank of captain, Drew attended law school at the University of Western Ontario in Canada. He completed his articles of clerkship at Baker & McKenzie LLP, one of the largest international law firms in the world, and is a licensed lawyer in the Province of Ontario.
After successfully completing the Alabama Bar examination, he was admitted to practice in Alabama in September 2012 and later admitted to the Florida Bar in 2024. His practice focuses on estate planning, probate and estate administration, and estate and trust litigation.
In January 2018, Drew was named to Mobile Bay Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40, an annual recognition honoring accomplished professionals under the age of 40 in the Mobile Bay area.
Outside of the office, Drew is actively involved in youth sports, both as a coach and through his service on the Boards of Directors of the Alabama Futsal Foundation and the Coastal Soccer Foundation. He holds a U.S. Soccer Federation D License and enjoys coaching and supporting the development of young athletes. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the South Baldwin Education Foundation and enjoys traveling and spending time with his family.
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Licensed in Florida for 1 year
State: Florida
Acquired: 2024
No misconduct found
Licensed in Alabama for 13 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Southern Estate Lawyers
218 North Alston Street, Foley, AL, 36536
Southern Estate Lawyers
4505 Pine Tree Circle, Suite 121, Birmingham, AL, 35243
Southern Estate Lawyers
6001 Airport Blvd, Suite 200A, Mobile, AL, 36608
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Drew Wenzel's Reviews
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Posted by Kandy | September 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney
Mr. Wenzel was very attentive and he listened to my needs and concerns. Also he was very easy to talk with and made me feel secure while going through the probate process. I can’t thank attorney Wenzel enough.
Posted by Tiffany | April 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Amazing firm
I'm so glad I hired Drew Wenzel as my attorney, he answered every question I had on my case and provided the best service I have ever experienced with a law firm, if you have not hired CWA for your needs then I highly suggest you do, I can not say enough great things about this firm and their staff.
Posted by Evie | April 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney
He Doesn’t Back Down!
Drew doesn't just 'handle' injury cases he wins them. He understands that when you’re hurt, you don't need a middleman; you need a litigator who knows how to make the person responsible pay up.
Posted by anonymous | November 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Poor Client Treatment and Non-Effective Counsel
I retained Mr. Wenzel & his law firm Caldwell Wenzel & Asthana for a personal injury matter. I soon requested documentation to show what work and maneuvers were made by the law firm. A few months prior to the statute of limitations, with no new information, this firm completely dropped the case witho...
Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding Service; Professional
Mr. Wenzel was attentive to my legal needs. He listened to my objectives and goals and clearly explained the law with respect to my case. I would highly recommend Mr. Wenzel for elder law and estate planning.
Drew Wenzel's Lawyer Endorsements
"What stands out about Drew Wenzel is how consistently people, both clients and colleagues, turn to him when an estate matter gets complicated. He has a steady, no nonsense way of working through probate and trust issues that puts families at ease during a hard time. Reliable, sharp, and well regarded across the board."
"Over a decade of focus on estate planning and trust litigation has given Drew Wenzel a level of confidence that shows in even the most complicated matters. He takes complex issues and makes them clear for his clients, which is not an easy skill. Thorough, patient, and well respected. I recommend him without reservation."
"I've worked alongside Drew Wenzel and have seen firsthand the depth of knowledge and care he brings to estate planning, probate, and trust litigation. He has been doing this work continuously since 2012, and it shows. He has a rare ability to take complicated estate issues and walk clients through them with patience and clarity. Drew co-founded Southern Estate Lawyers to give families in Alabama dedicated, high quality estate planning counsel, and he has built a reputation among colleagues as someone who is thorough, responsive, and genuinely invested in getting the right outcome for his clients. I recommend him without hesitation to anyone who needs an estate planning or probate attorney they can trust."
"I've worked alongside Drew Wenzel for years and have seen firsthand the depth of knowledge and care he brings to estate planning, probate, and trust litigation. He's been doing this work continuously since 2012, and it shows. He has a rare ability to take complicated estate issues and walk clients through them with patience and clarity. Drew co-founded Southern Estate Lawyers to give families in Alabama dedicated, high-quality estate planning counsel, and he's built a reputation among colleagues as someone who is thorough, responsive, and genuinely invested in getting the right outcome for his clients. I recommend him without hesitation to anyone who needs an estate planning or probate attorney they can trust."
"I highly recommend Drew Wenzel for matters involving estate planning, probate, and estate litigation. Drew is a knowledgeable and thoughtful attorney who brings a practical, client-focused approach to complex estate matters. He understands both the planning side of the practice and the disputes that can arise when an estate or trust is challenged, which gives him a valuable perspective when advising clients. Drew is professional, responsive, and committed to achieving the best possible outcome for the people he represents. I would not hesitate to refer a client or colleague to him for estate planning, probate administration, or estate and trust litigation."
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Patrick Montgomery
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Experience
Honors
2026
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Recognized for Legal Excellence, Avvo
2026
Justia Lawyer Rating 10.0, Justia
2018
Top 40 Under 40, Mobile Bay Magazine
Associations
South Baldwin Chamber Foundation
Board of Directors
Foley Kiwanis Club
Officer
South Baldwin Education Foundation
Board of Directors
City of Foley Museum and Archives
Board of Directors
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Member
American Legion
Member
VFW
Member
National Business Institute’s (NBI) Estate Administration from Start to Finish seminar
Member
Alabama Futsal Foundation
Boards of Directors
Coastal Soccer Foundation
Boards of Directors
Education
2011
University of Western Ontario Faculty of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
United States Military Academy
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2014
Alabama Gulf Coast Edition
Don’t Go Broke in a Nursing Home!
Languages
English