Alabama Lawyers Jason Watkins to Jeffrey Leonard

Firm: O'Hara Watkins, LLC

1307 Main St , Daphne , Alabama 36526

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt

Jay Watkins, one of the founding partners of O’Hara Watkins, has been practicing in Alabama courts for over 20 years. During this time, Mr. Watkins has represented a variety of businesses from banks, manufacturers and small mom and pop businesses, in litigation, trials and arbitration. Whatever the case may be, in every case, Jay starts by identifying the legal issues involved and implementing a strategy for resolution. Ultimately, the facts direct any legal strategy, but with Jay’s trial and litigation experience, he can provide clients with a quick legal roadmap of the dispute which allows them to react immediately and appropriately.. Although representing creditors and insurers has been Mr. Watkins’ primary focus, in his legal career he has represented a variety of clients including airplane and trucking companies, product manufacturers, builders, and restaurant owners. Mr. Watkins has tried several cases to verdict before various courts in Alabama. Recently, he represented various financial institutions in offensive litigation where the banks recovered funds that were fraudulently transferred to avoid the reach of creditors. Mr. Watkins’ last two jury trials included defending a national bank in a lender liability lawsuit and a regional trucking company in a negligent/wantonness lawsuit. In one case, he obtained summary judgment on behalf of a national insurance company in an intentional interference lawsuit.. Mr. Watkins handles all aspects of bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, including workouts, fraudulent conveyance actions, alter-ego claims, corporate veil piercing, and post-judgment collection. He has recovered several six-figure judgments or settlements for various creditors. On any given week, Jay is usually involved in some aspect of bankruptcy litigation, from the large chapter 11, with related adversary proceedings to the routine consumer case. He routinely counsels large and small banks concerning workouts and loan restructuring and advises creditors in bankruptcy cases regarding preference actions, administrative expenses, executory contracts, and the automatic stay. He has handled a multi-million dollar “stalking horse” asset purchase of a debtor trucking company which helped the new entity obtain the assets free and clear from creditors. He has worked on various unsecured creditor committees and was involved in a Chapter 9 municipality bankruptcy, one of few in the state of Alabama. Mr. Watkins frequently counsels businesses who may need to restructure debt to stay in business.. Mr. Watkins is a graduate of The University of Alabama School of Law where he won various writing awards and began his career as a federal law clerk for Chief Judge Randolph Baxter, United States Bankruptcy Court of the Northern District of Ohio.. He maintains a diverse portfolio of cases, including:. bankruptcy (creditor’s rights involving plan objections, lifting the automatic stay, valuation issues, prosecuting adversary proceedings, contested matters)personal injury/insurance defensecommercial collections/foreclosureloan workouts/restructurecompliance with federal and state banking laws and regulations, including RESPA, the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA), and new mortgage servicing rulesemployment law, ERISA, ADA, and EEOC Compliancelender liability suits. Mr. Watkins regularly writes and speaks on current legal events. He recently authored a chapter in DRI’s A Compendium of Federal Consumer Credit Protection Statutes for the Financial Services Litigator and In-House Counsel Defense Research Institute, Commercial Litigation Section, fall 2015, an accumulation and analysis of the federal statutes that may be raised in consumer credit litigation. It is intended to be a comprehensive source of information for in-house and outside counsel who practice in the financial services area. Mr. Watkins is also an active member of the Alabama Defense Lawyers Association (ADLA), an organization of over 1000 attorneys dedicated to the defense of civil actions and the promotion of fairness and integrity in the civil justice system. He has served as a faculty member for the ADLA Trial Academy for the last 4 years.. Noteworthy. Named a “Rising Star” in the areas of Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor Rights, Business Litigation, and Personal Injury Defense: General in the 2012 edition of Alabama Super Lawyers (listed annually since 2011)Recognized as a “2013 Top Rated Lawyer” in the area of Commercial Litigation by Corporate Counsel and The American Lawyer magazinesAV Preeminent® Peer Review Rating in Martindale-HubbellPresentations. How to Get Your Social Media, Email and Text Evidence Admitted (and Keep Theirs Out), November 17, 2016, National Business Institute.Debtor-Creditor Issues: Mississippi Style, August 24, 2016“Medical Records Law & HIPAA Compliance in Alabama”, January 1, 2008Publications. A Compendium of Federal Consumer Credit Protection Statutes for the Financial Services Litigator and In-House Counsel“Chapter Six: Statutes Regulating the Collection of Credit—The Service Members’ Civil Relief Act” Defense Research Institute, Commercial Litigation Section, Fall 2015“The End of Merger”Alabama Defense Lawyers Association Journal, Vol. 19, No. 2, January 1, 2003“Sticking to Your Guns – Firearms as Household Goods under Section 522(f)”Norton Bankruptcy Advisor, No. 6, January 1, 2000Professional. Alabama Defense Lawyers Association (ADLA) (Member, Product Liability and Construction Law Committees)Alabama State Bar (Member, Bankruptcy and Commercial Litigation Section)American Bankruptcy Institute (Member, Bankruptcy Litigation Group; Small Business Restructuring Group)Baldwin County Bar AssociationDefense Research Institute (DRI) (Member, Commercial Litigation Committee; Complex Commercial Litigation SLG Executive Board; and Construction Law Committee)Mobile County Bar Association. Community. Alabama-Mississippi Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (Board of Trustees, 2014–2015)Daphne/Spanish-Fort Rotary Club (President, 2008–2009); Paul Harris FellowGreater Mobile Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Leadership Class of 2006 (Advisory Council, 2007–2017)Veterans Recovery Resources (Advisory Board, 2015–present; Outside Counsel)National Alabama Alumni AssociationNational Eagle Scout Association (Lifetime Member)Order of the Arrow (Vigil Member)Red Elephant Club of MobileThe University of Alabama Alumni Association – Mobile ChapterVolunteer Youth Coach (Football/Basketball)Adult Leader – Boy Scout Troop 87 (Life to Eagle Mentor)Bar Admissions. AlabamaMississippiCourt Admissions. 5th Cir.11th Cir.M.D. Ala.N.D. Ala.S.D. Ala.N.D. Miss.S.D. Miss.N.D. Fla.U.S. Tax CourtEducation. The University of Alabama School of Law, J.D., 1999Senior Editor, Law & Psychology Review; National Bankruptcy Moot Court Team, Judge Conrad Duberstein Award for Best Brief; John A. Campbell Moot Court Board, Judge Walter P. Gewin Award for Best Brief; Bench and Bar Legal Honor Society. The University of Alabama, B.A., 1996Vice President, Order of Omega

Firm: Aldridge Pite LLP

1 Chase Corporate Dr Ste 400 , Hoover , Alabama 35244

Practice Areas: Banking

300 Clinton Ave. W. , Huntsville , Alabama 35801

Practice Areas: Tax

As an Alabama native, one life lesson that has stuck with me since growing up in Madison County is the significance of helping others in need. From an early age, I wanted to find a way to use my strengths to give back and help improve the community around me.. I chose to focus on tax and debt resolution because I knew my knowledge of the law was excellent and also due to my passion to help others. I knew firsthand how difficult financial struggles can be and that there were thousands of other people that have tax issues despite working hard for everything they had. I am honored to have been selected by the folks in North Alabama over the past 22 years. I work hard and care about, not just my cases, but the people I am helping. With two decades of experience helping countless clients with IRS tax issues, I've been fortunate to have the opportunity to use my knowledge and legal skill to help people through some really difficult times. No matter what issues they may be facing, I do my best to stand with my clients, help them understand what they're up against, and inform them about all of the options they have available.. I understand that dealing with IRS Issues can feel like a never-ending battle for a lot of people. I feel like a pathfinder to help people find a better place where things are safe. Working with me, you don't have to worry about a Revenue Officer knocking on your door, levying your check and all the scary IRS remedies that hurt good-intentioned families. As I tell all of my clients — financial struggles can be scary, but you don't have to face them alone. Go to my website at and schedule a free consultation and learn for yourself.. Commitment to Community.. Outside of the office, I strive to maintain regular community support and service, as I believe that giving back to the community is vital for our common goals as a people. Since earning my J.D., I have enjoyed working with members of my community and pride myself on being a leader who can be counted on. Having worked as a Board of Director with CASA -North Alabama, Family Services of North Alabama and LIFT Housing I have a unique perspective and know of community resources to help families in need.. I completed my first triathlon in 2003; racing with Team in Training, raising money for the American Cancer Society. Through the ups and downs of life, I continued triathlon training and ultimately finished two full, Ironman-distance triathlons in 2012 and 2013. My heroes are all the veterans and public servants who put the best interest of the community first. I'm fortunate to have learned so much and the reality is that serving others is what the legal profession is all about.

Firm: Law Office of Jeffrey G. Hester

2163 Pelham Parkway, Suite 211 , Birmingham , Alabama 35124

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Jeffrey G. Hester has been practicing law for over 15 years in a broad range of legal areas, including criminal defense, family law, personal injury, and more. Prior to creating his own practice, he served as an Assistant District Attorney at the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office. As a prosecutor he has taken many criminal cases to trial and developed a deep understanding of the prosecution process. Using this valuable insight, he now focuses on helping criminal defendants navigate the criminal courts and fight their charges. Mr. Hester is licensed to practice in courts across Alabama.

2100 Southbridge Parkway suite 650 , Birmingham , Alabama 35209

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

At Goodgame Law, LLC, we treat every case as if it involves someone in our family. We aggressively advocate for our clients with a focus on personal attention and personal service.

Firm: Cotney Elder Law

717 Kerr Dr. , Gardendale , Alabama 35071

Practice Areas: Elder Law

A primary focus of my practice is helping families work through the complicated and confusing process of obtaining Medicaid nursing home benefits for their parents, spouses, and loved ones by counseling them on the Medicaid eligibility rules and by taking on the burden of filing and prosecuting their applications for benefits.. As an Elder Law attorney, I also advise clients on planning for future disability, though the use of durable powers of attorney, living trusts, living wills, and other means of delegating management and decision making to others in the case of incompetency or incapacity.. I also work with clients as they age to address their estate planning issues, including planning for the management of their property and assets during their lifetimes and the disposition of those assets on death through the use of trusts, wills, and other planning documents.. Other services provided include:. I work and reside in Gardendale, Alabama. I grew up in Alexander City, Alabama and graduated from Benjamin Russell High School in 1991.  I received my Bachelor of Science degree in 1995 from the University of North Alabama in Florence, Alabama and my Juris Doctor degree in 1999 from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.. I am a member of National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) as well as the Elder Law Sections of the Alabama State Bar and Birmingham Bar Association. I am also an accredited attorney with the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Firm: The Law Offices of Jeffrey D. Bramer

1 Perimeter Park South. , Birmingham , Alabama 35243

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Speeding Ticket

Firm: Blackwell Law Firm

120 Holmes Ave NE #401 , Huntsville , Alabama 35801

Practice Areas: Appellate , Civil , Occupational Safety & Health, Toxic Substances, Trusts, Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury

Jeff Blackwell focuses his practice on cases involving severe personal injuries, substantial damages or wrongful death. He only represents the victims of personal injury and their families. Jeff earned a Presidential Scholarship to the University of South Alabama where he graduated with an Accounting degree in 1992. He then earned his law degree from The University of Alabama School of Law in 1995. Jeff has successfully tried cases to verdict in multiple Alabama counties. He has also successfully represented clients before the Alabama Supreme Court and Alabama Court of Civil Appeals on many occasions. He has helped injury victims in both Alabama and Federal Courts. He has received a Preeminent AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell. He has also been selected as a SuperLawyer (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025) and selected as a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.. The Blackwell Law Firm does one thing -- Represents clients in serious personal injury and damage cases. We focus 100% of our practice in this area of the law so that we can best serve our injured clients. Our clients deserve lawyers who are single-minded in preparing their claims and cases for the maximum recovery possible. Because of this focus, Blackwell Law Firm lawyers are regularly invited to teach and lecture on topics related to Alabama personal injury law and trials.. From its offices in both Huntsville and Athens, the Blackwell Law Firm / Personal Injury Lawyers, helps people across Alabama. Outside the courtroom, firm lawyers write, teach and advocate for safer roadways, safer workplaces and safer communities.

Firm: Brunson, Barnett & Sherrer, P.C.

8020 Parkway Drive , Leeds , Alabama 35094

Practice Areas: Business

Firm: Starnes Davis Florie, LLP

100 Brookwood Place, 7th Floor , Birmingham , Alabama 35259

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Firm: Yearout & Traylor, P.C.

3300 Cahaba Rd #300 , Birmingham , Alabama 35223

Practice Areas: General Practice, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury

I am a trial lawyer who primarily practices law in Alabama by helping to right wrongs. I graduated from Cumberland School of Law in 1999. I am licensed in Alabama, Nevada, and Maryland as an attorney.. I represent individuals and small businesses in Alabama trying to help them through their legal situations.. I have been selected as an Alabama Super Lawyer (2013, 2014) and Rising Star (2012). In 2014, I was invited to join ABOTA (American Board of Trial Advocates).

Firm: Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC

2224 1st Avenue North , Birmingham , Alabama 35203

Practice Areas: Class Action

Firm: Pleasant Legal Solutions PC

100 Concourse Parkway STE 128 , Hoover , Alabama 35244

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt

I am a hard-working and dedicated Attorney who will fight to protect your interests. I specialize in Family, Criminal, and Social Security Disablity Law.

Firm: Jayme Amberson, Attorney at Law

1021 Noble Street , Anniston , Alabama 36201

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Tidwell Law Group, LLC

2001 Park Place North , Birmingham , Alabama 35203

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

AGGRESSIVE CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY:. First and Foremost, I am an aggressive skilled negotiator and trial attorney who will fight for you. I have handled hundreds of cases with great success, and I would be glad to talk with you about your case.. COUNSELOR AND ADVISOR:. I am compassionate and caring.  I will listen to your needs and coordinate a plan to help you.  No two cases are the same and they can't be treated the same.  I will formulate a plan specific to the facts of your case so that we may obtain the best result.. CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE CONSULTATION

Firm: Stover Law Firm

P.O. Box 2218 , Fairhope , Alabama 36533

Practice Areas: Lawsuits & Disputes

Firm: Littler Mendelson, PC

420 20th St. N. , Birmingham , Alabama 35203

Practice Areas: Labor , Occupational Safety & Health, Workers Compensation, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor

Firm: Adams and Reese LLP

11 North Water Street , Mobile , Alabama 36602

Practice Areas: Government

Firm: Frazer, Greene, Upchurch & Baker

104 Saint Francis Street , Mobile , Alabama 36602

Practice Areas: Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Firm: Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC

2224 1st Avenue North , Birmingham , Alabama 35203

Practice Areas: Class Action