Top best Probate Lawyers Near me in ZIP 35242

Young lawyer seeking to help the world! That was my personal statement when I graduated from Law School. I still believe that today. I believe I can help the most in areas of Bankruptcy, Family Law and Probate. All 3 are areas that I find the client to be most vulnerable. I want to be there to lend a shoulder and legal mind. These areas have a great impact on a persons life and I want to be there to help get their life back on track!

Wm. Randall (Randy) May is a 1976 graduate of Auburn University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering.  In 1981, Mr. May received his Juris Doctor degree from Birmingham School of Law where he ranked among the top ten students of his class and graduated Magna Cum Laude.  While in law school, Mr. May received two American Jurisprudence awards for excellent achievement in the study of law.  In 1983, Mr. May was certified by the United States Patent and Trademark Office as a registered patent attorney entitling him to practice before that Office.  Mr. May’s background and experience include nine years as an engineer for a large Alabama firm where he progressed to the position of engineering specialist on the managerial staff before deciding to join the firm of Allison, May & Kimbrough.  Mr. May is also the past president of the Shelby County Bar Association and is a member of the Birmingham Bar Association and the Alabama State Bar Association where he has served on a number of committees.  Mr. May is involved in various legal and community activities and associations and has been an active member of the Volunteer Lawyers Program for over fifteen years.  Mr. May is also a 2009 graduate of Leadership Shelby County and is the recipient of the 2011 Special Projects Recognition award from the Birmingham Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program for pro bono legal services.  Mr. May has also served as a member of the Alabama Board of Bar Commissioners on behalf of the Shelby County Bar Association since 2011.

Partner of Cicio & Cicio, P.C., General Practice Attorney specializing in civil litigation, workers' compensation, automobile accidents, slip and fall, condemnation, Social Security disability, tax appeals, Probate and Estate Planning.

Megan Elder is a native of New Orleans, LA. In 2011, she graduated from Thomas Jones School of Law and became licensed in Alabama shortly thereafter. In order to further advise clients on ways in which marriage and divorce affect their taxes and finances, she received a Master of Laws (LLM) Degree in taxation from the University of Denver.. Since 2011, her practice focus has been domestic relations, estate planning and probate. Megan joined , P.C., in January, 2016, serving as an associate in both the Estate, Probate & Adoption Practice Group and the Divorce & Family Law Practice Group.. Megan was recognized as one of the Top Women’s Attorneys of Birmingham in 2015 by B·Metro Magazine. She was awarded the 2013 Pro Bono Attorney of the Year by the Birmingham Bar Association. She is an active member in both the Alabama State Bar and the Birmingham Bar Association. Outside of work, she has coached the Client Counseling Team at Cumberland School of Law.

Maurine is a trial attorney and her practice consists of a wide variety of general litigation matters, including personal injury, complex business and tort litigation, civil rights matters, and class actions. Maurine is also skilled at handling appellate and probate matters, along with the drafting of wills and other business and probate documents.

Joseph Somma is a Family Law attorney practicing for the last 16 years out of Birmingham Alabama. In addition to family law, Mr. Somma also provides help to clients with real estate & probate matters. Before entering the legal field Mr. Somma studied political science at the University of Mississippi and then attended Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law where he obtained his Juris Doctor.. Mr. Somma’s philosophy is to provide caring, compassionate, and knowledgeable services for clients, while truly listening to the needs of his clients. Joseph has the unique approach prefering to have a smaller number of clients who use him for all their legal needs and who feel comfortable and confident in his representation.. When he is not practicing law Mr. Somma enjoys woodworking, his dogs, home improvement, spending time with friends and enjoying classic car collecting and restoration.

Jonathan Green devotes his practice to Elder Law (Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Medicaid and Probate). Jonathan is a 1994 graduate of Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas. He received his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree in 1997 from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law.. Jonathan is admitted to practice before all Alabama Courts and the United States Supreme Court.  Jonathan is a member of the Elder Law Section of the Alabama Bar, and the Probate Section of the Birmingham Bar Association.

I have practiced law in Birmingham, Alabama for twenty-four years.  I focus on probate, estate, and trust litigation as well as estate planning and estate and trust administration.  I also handle real estate litigation matters, especially those related to trusts and estates.. I concentrate my practice on family disputes over inherited assets and claims against executors and trustees.  This includes will contests, spousal rights issues, negotiations, paternity disputes, executor and trustee misconduct, and joint account litigation.. I frequently assist clients with trust and estate matters not involving litigation.  This part of my practice includes probating wills, administering trusts and estates, and dealing with the other legal issues caused by the death of a family member.  I also represent clients in drafting wills, trusts, advance directives, prenuptial agreements, and durable powers of attorney.. I have earned an AV Preeminent® rating, the highest rating category, from Martindale-Hubbell. From 2016 to 2021 (the last year of the list), B-Metro magazine has named me to its Birmingham "Top Lawyers" list.  I lecture frequently for other lawyers on both a state and a national level regarding estate, trust, probate, and related litigation topics.. The Alabama Bar requires the following statement: "No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers."

I enjoy geting to know my clients and their family and trying to help them get a great result in their case.  I am fairly picky about which cases I accept.  I fight hard but fairly for my clients.  If I am not working, I am doing something with my family or am at my farm hopefully hunting or fishing.

Hannah Clarke graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Political Science. She attended the University of South Carolina for law school. She is licensed by the Alabama State Bar and is a member of the Birmingham Bar Association Probate and Solo and Small Firm sections, in addition to the Women's section, and Young Lawyers’ section of the Alabama State Bar. Hannah has worked for Dunn & Associates as a law clerk since 2019. She was admitted to the bar in 2021 and is excited to continue serving clients as an attorney for Dunn & associates. Additionally, Hannah is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.

Going through any legal process can be a trying and emotional time. Having somebody you trust to guide you is essential. Attorney Jamie Real has experience guiding people through this emotional time. Whether you need assistance with family matters, an adoption, or the probate process, we can advise you.The services offered provide clients with comprehensive legal services that are individually designed to meet your specific needs and budget. Please contact Jamie and Real Law Firm to set up a consultation to discuss the wide variety of factors particular to your legal issue.In addition to experience handling matters dealing with Wills and Estates, Jamie also offers experience dealing with adoptions. From surrogacy to interstate adoptions, we can assist you and your family.

Frank Buck has been successfully representing people in Alabama for over 50 years. Frank came to Alabama to attend Cumberland School of Law at Samford University. He met his wife, Marti, while in law school. She was a student at Samford. Frank and Marti have been married for thirty seven years and have three daughters, Rachel, Ashley and Kerri.  Rachel followed in her father’s footsteps and became a lawyer. Ashley is currently in law school and Kerri is a nurse practitioner.. Frank clerked for the late Judge Ingram Beasley while in law school. Frank graduated from Cumberland School of Law with his Juris Doctorate degree in 1975. Fresh out of law school, Frank decided to open his own practice and become a criminal defense lawyer. After a few years of criminal work, Frank’s passion for sports led him to become a sports agent. Finally, Frank decided to begin his career handling personal injury cases and found his niche. He loves helping injured people and has a deep passion for his work. He has handled over 11,000 car wreck and other personal injury cases to resolution.

For over 35 years, Greg's law practice has focused on estate planning and probate, with an emphasis on charitable planned giving. Greg is a past chairman and still active on the University of Alabama Planned Giving Advisory Committee,  as well as serving on several other boards at the University of Alabama.  He currently serves on the Professional Advisors Committee of the Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham.. Greg is listed in "The Best Lawyers in America®" and "Super Lawyers" in the areas of Trusts and Estates.. Personal: Married to Sharon since 1982; two sons, Foster (1985) and Harrison (1989).. Hobbies: Crimson Tide athletics, hunting and fishing. PROFESSIONAL AND CIVIC AFFILIATIONS. Birmingham Bar Association; Alabama State Bar; The Florida Bar; Estate Planning Council of Birmingham; Alabama Planned Giving Council

Chris, a Birmingham native, regularly advises and represents clients on a broad range of legal issues, including: probate and estate matters, civil litigation, arbitration, business transactions and litigation, probate support for personal injury litigation, estate administration, estate and trust litigation, guardianships, conservatorships and taxation. He has been recognized by Birmingham Magazine in its Top Attorneys list in the areas of Probate Law (2017-2020) and Tax Law (2017), and was selected to the Mid-South’s Rising Stars by Super Lawyers for Estate & Trust Litigation (2018-2021). Additionally, he has been selected as one of the 18 Best Birmingham Litigation Attorneys (2017-2021) and as one of the 16 Best Birmingham Probate Attorneys (2020-2021) by the website . Chris currently serves as the Chair-Elect of the Probate Section of the Birmingham Bar Association, and is on the board of the Birmingham School of Law Foundation.. Chris received his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Commerce & Business Administration, with a concentration in Small Company Management, from the University of Alabama in 2005. After earning his undergraduate degree, he worked as General Manager of Sports Transportation for over seven years, and successfully negotiated the sale of the company to an industry peer in 2011. Chris received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Birmingham School of Law, graduating with honors in 2010. After completing his law degree, he attended the University of Alabama School of Law and received his Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation, graduating cum laude in 2013, with a concentration in Business Tax.. He is admitted to practice in Alabama state courts, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, and the U.S. Tax Court.. Chris lives in Birmingham with his wife, Beth, and three daughters, Abbey, Olivia and Charlotte. He is a member of Canterbury United Methodist Church in Mountain Brook, where has served as co-leader on the board of the Child Development Center.

Attorney Profile. Lindsey M. Eastwood is an experienced lawyer in estate planning, wills, trusts, and probate administration. Lindsey offers fair, predictable flat fee rates for most of her estate planning work. She also has reasonable retainer fees and hourly rates for complex estate litigation cases, which she also handles. All client legal services contracts and fee agreements are explained in detail, along with the corresponding value of the estate plans and specific legal documents she prepares for each client's individual needs. Having represented individuals during some of the most challenging times of their lives, Lindsey is sensitive to the individualized attention needed to provide excellent client service.. Bar Admission: Alabama State Bar, 2014, U.S. District Court of the Northern District of Alabama, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit. Education: Cumberland School of Law, Samford University (2014, J.D.) and Birmingham-Southern College (2010, B.A. English, cum laude). Bar Memberships: Alabama State Bar, Birmingham Bar Association (Business Law, Probate Section, Solo/Small Firm, Young Lawyers), and Bessemer Bar Association

Alan is a Birmingham Probate and Litigation lawyer currently practicing law at Hamer Law Group, LLC and offering services over numerous areas of law. Primary practice areas for Alan include probate administration, estate and trust litigation, construction law, and civil litigation.. Prior to entering the legal field Alan worked for over 10 years in the construction industry. He served as Project Manager, Estimator and Vice President of a Birmingham, Alabama underground utility contractor. He uses his past experience to create a unique insight into the complicated cases that he handles.. Alan Duke completed his undergraduate studies in Civil Engineering at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. In addition to the full-time practice of law, Alan serves as Adjunct Professor at Jefferson State where he teaches Contracting & Construction Law.

Adam practices in the areas of probate law, estate planning, and criminal matters in the Birmingham area and throughout Alabama.  Adam combines his backgrounds in public accounting, tax, business planning and advisory, legal expertise, and litigation to deliver quality service to each individual, family, and small business that he represents.. Adam, a native of Leeds, Alabama, attended the University of Alabama, where he earned his Bachelor and Master degrees in accounting in 2005 and 2006.  The State of Alabama certified Adam as a Certified Public Accountant in 2007, a credential that he continues to hold.  In May 2014, Adam earned his law degree from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in Birmingham and was admitted to the Alabama Bar later that year.