Akayla Todd
Associate
Phone
(334) 241-8050
Akayla.todd@chlaw.com
Born and raised in Auburn, Alabama, Akayla graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Law and Justice, graduating magna cum laude. She earned her juris doctor from Samford University Cumberland School of Law.
While attending law school, she also earned her Master of Business Administration through a dual enrollment program with Samford University’s Brock School of Business. She was actively involved in several student organizations, including the Alabama Student Bar Association, Women in Law and the Black Law Students Association.
Akayla is particularly interested in Elder Law, which includes estate planning, estate administration, long-term care planning and guardianships and conservatorships. She is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate important life decisions and plan for the future with confidence.
Outside of the office, Akayla enjoys attending Auburn football games, traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Education
B.S., Auburn University, 2020
J.D., Cumberland School of Law, 2026
MBA, Brock School of Business, 2026
Bar Admissions
Alabama State Bar, 2026
Admitted To Practice
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Alabama
Honors and Awards
Cumberland School of Law
Cumberland School of Law, Dean’s List, 2026
Scholar of Merit Award, Alabama Criminal Practice and Procedure
Merit-Based Scholarship
Auburn University
College of Liberal Arts’ Student Marshal, Fall 2020
Psi Chi
Pi Lambda Sigma
Memberships, Affiliations, and Activities
Alabama State Bar
Women’s Section of the Alabama State Bar
Young Lawyer’s Section of the Alabama State Bar
Montgomery County Bar Association
Elder Law Section of the Alabama State Bar
Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
Contact Information
150 South Perry Street
Montgomery, Alabama 36104
p: (334) 241-8050