$ 150-300 per hour
John Greel Ralls Jr.
also known as John Ralls, Doc Ralls
About John
Biography
John Ralls, a retired physician, is active in the oil and gas industry assisting land owners and mineral owners in negotiations with petroleum companies. In addition to his legal experience in natural resource law, Ralls holds a B.S. in Geology with additional training in the field of petroleum geology. Ralls works in the areas of exploration and discovery, production and secondary recovery of oil and gas.
Ralls constantly reviews, creates and modifies mineral leases domestically and internationally. He is most active in the Alabama and Missisippi oil and gas industry dealing with mineral rights and leasing, royalty valuations and sales, prospect acquisitions and exploration. Ralls assists land owners and mineral owners across the country in understanding their lease terms and in achieving the best lease terms available.
John was born in Andalusia, Alabama and grew up in Conecuh County. He has undergraduate degrees from Auburn University and the University of South Alabama, and began his medical education at Temple University in Philadelphia before graduating from Kent State University with a doctorate in podiatric medicine. Dr. Ralls completed his surgical training in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He returned to Pensacola, where he established his Florida practice, while also practicing in Alabama. After 17 years in practice, he retired after completing his juris doctorate at Mississippi College's School of Law. He is admitted to the bar in Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee and Washington, DC.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Oil and Gas
50%
22 years
Real Estate
15%
39 years
Construction and Development
10%
34 years
Contracts and Agreements
10%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 17 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 18 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in Alabama for 19 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Mississippi for 18 years
State: Mississippi
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Tennessee for 19 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Ralls Law Firm, LLC
5201 North Davis Highway, Pensacola, FL, 32503
Ralls Law Firm, LLC
114 Court Square, Evergreen, AL, 36401
Ralls Law Firm, LLC
215 Mountain Drive, Destin, FL, 32541
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John Greel Ralls Jr.'s Reviews
Avvo Review Score
3 Client Reviews
John Greel Ralls Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He is highly knowledgeable in his field."
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"I highly endorse Mr. Ralls. Truly exceptional attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I really want all people in the industry to contact him for help."
"Dr. Ralls is a very highly educated individual, having earned doctorate degrees in both medicine and law; as well as having a earned a science degree in geology. He is highly respected and liked in the legal community. I endorse this highly learned and amicable attorney."
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"I am happy to endorse John, he is a fellow Pensacola Attorney with great knowledge and insight. I wish you all the best. David A. Carroll, Pensacola"
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"I can easily endorse John Ralls. He is the best Oil & Gas lawyer I know in Alabama."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Oil and Gas Top Contributor, Avvo
2014
Oil and Gas Top Contributor, Avvo
2014
Who' s Who International, Worldwide Branding
2013
George Lamb Geology Award, University of South Alabama
2003
Community Service Award, Big Brothers/Big Sisters
2001
Alumni Recognition, Sparta Academy
N/A
Very Good Rating, Avvo
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Managing Member, Ralls Law Firm, LLC
2001 - Present
President, Andala Enterprises, Inc. - Energy Division
1993 - Present
Principal-State Certified General Contractor, Ralls Construction
1987 - Present
President, Real Estate Brokerage and Commercial Development Firm
1987 - 2005
President, Advanced Podiatric Medical Services
Associations
2012 - Present
American Association of Petroleum Geologists
2012 - Present
Geological Society of America
2012 - Present
Sigma Gamma Epsilon
2011 - Present
Alabama State Bar, Oil, Gas and Mineral Law Section
2010 - Present
United States District Court - Middle District of Tennessee
2010 - Present
Supreme Court of Florida Certified Circuit Mediator
2009 - Present
United States District Court - Northern District of Florida
2007 - Present
Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar Association
2007 - Present
Florida Bar
2007 - Present
Mississippi State Bar
2007 - Present
District of Columbia Bar
2006 - Present
Alabama State Bar Association
2006 - Present
Conecuh County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
United States District Court - Middle District of Alabama
2006 - Present
United States District Court - Southern District of Alabama
Estate Planning Council of Northwest Florida
Sample of Legal Cases
Avery Producing, LLC et al. vs. Gerald Brown, et al.
Pending
Columbia Petroleum, LLC vs. SW/4 of Sec. 24, T4N, R12E, Conecuh Co., AL; and Plains Marketing, LP, GCM, LLC, Heirs et al
Settled
Suggs v. PICA
Settled
Education
2016
University of Houston
MA - Masters
2013
University of South Alabama
BS - Bachelor of Science
2005
Mississippi College School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Hofstra University School of Law
1983
Auburn University, Auburn
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
academic presentation
The Basics of the Petroleum Industry
2013
academic presentation
Louann Salt Formations
2011
Weekly radio show-WNWF
Legal topics and current events
2010
Private Forum
Mineral Rights and Oil Leases
2007
Community Meeting
Unfavorable Terms in Oil and Gas Leases
2004
Commencement Address
Success in Life
Publications
2014
AVVO Legal Guides
What is a Living Will?
2014
AVVO Legal Guides
Dying Intestate
2014
AVVO Legal Guides
Judgment Liens on Property in South Alabama
2014
AVVO Legal Guides
Secrecy in Oil and Gas Leases
2013
self-published
Jurassic Stratigraphy of Northern Mobile County
Languages
English
Spanish
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I had an underground propane tank removed by the propane company (they owned it) and my home foundation was damaged.
26 Apr 2015
Q&A
Can I complain if I do not get a break or meal period. I work graveyard at a gas station alone 8 hours a day, 5 days a week.
26 Apr 2015
Q&A
My landlord is stealing my gas and he is a police officer. what can i do?
18 Mar 2015
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Treatment of Ancient Deeds in Alabama
30 Apr 2014
Legal Guide
Handling Tax Sales in Alabama
22 Apr 2014
Legal Guide
CONTRACT REVISION BASICS
21 Apr 2014