About John
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 55%
Criminal Defense from traffic violation to capital murder, I handle felonies and misdemeanors. I help people resolve their case to the best possible outcome.
17 years, 1,000 cases
- Litigation: 25%
We handle litigation for businesses, everything from defending lawsuits when a company is sued, to suing on their behalf. We handle collections for several small businesses.
20 years, 100 cases
- Business: 20%
I work with Small Business helping them to get started. I insure they have the proper legal structure to launch a successful business. I help growing companies with litigation, contract negotiations, taxes, and dealing with regulatory agencies.
20 years, 200 cases
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| AL | Authorized to practice law | 1997 | 06/01/2017 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| 50 or more hours of pro bono legal services | Alabama Access to Justice Commission | 2015 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | Aaron Law Firm | 2006 - Present |
| Partner | Aaron and Dunn | 1999 - 2006 |
| Manager | Moore Handley | 1996 - 1998 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Shelby County Veterans Legal Clinic | Lawyer | 2015 - Present |
| Birmingham Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers | Pro Bono Attorney | 2013 - Present |
| Alabama State Bar | N/A | 1997 - Present |
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| Chemical Endangerment of a Child | Case Dismissed | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Felony Assault Case | Charges Dismissed | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Distribution Cases in Jefferson County | Dismissed | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Teenagers and the Law | Dealing with Teenagers and Alcohol | 2017 |
| Alabama Criminal Defense | The Impact Of What We Do Has on Our Children | 2013 |
| Alabama Criminal Defense | Cutting your Losses | 2013 |
| Alabama Criminal Defense | County Courthouses in Alabama | 2013 |
| Alabama Criminal Defense | Why Lawyers Enjoy Being Lawyers | 2013 |
| School name | Major | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham School of Law (Birmingham, AL) | Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1997 |
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| Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in Everyday Business | Piercing the Corporate Veil | 2016 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top 10 LLC Mistakes to Avoid in Everyday Business Practices | Issuing, Dividing and Transferring LLC Member Interest | 2016 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Negotiating Indemnification, Reps, Warranties and More in Business Contracts | IV. Negotiating Representations and Warranties: Traps for the Unwary | 2016 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Business Contracts | New Alabama Non Compete Law | 2016 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Career Awareness Fair | Choosing Law as a Career Choice | 2015 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Year End CLE's | LLC's in Alabama | 2013 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Reviews
(6) 5.0 starsAttorney endorsements
(4)
David Coolidge, Criminal defense Attorney
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I gladly endorse John. He provides thoughtful and informative answers to questions posted on this form. He zealously represents his client's interests.
James Ransom, DUI and DWI Attorney
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I know Mr. Aaron to be a zealous advocate for his clients.
Cost
- Hourly Rates $150-225/hour
- Free consultations 30 minutesSome lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs
- Offers fixed fee-services SometimesFixed-fee are legal services performed for a preset rate, rather than on an hourly basis.
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Contact
123 First Street North
Alabaster, AL, 35007
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