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4.9 /5.0
8 Client Reviews
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John Robert Holliman
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About John
Biography
John grew up in McCalla, Alabama where he attended high school at Bessemer Academy. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Birmingham Southern College in 1987 and attained his Juris Doctorate from the University of Alabama in 1990. John is the 4th generation of his family to practice law. He feels privileged to continue the Holliman tradition of service to our community.
John has been practicing since 1990 with a focus in Real Estate, Estate Planning and Elder Law. The law firm has offices in Pelham and Scottsboro and provides legal services to the residents of Shelby, Jefferson, St. Clair, Jackson, Madison, Dekalb, and Marshall counties.
John has a passion for educating families about the planning process so that they are prepared and protected throughout life’s stages. This is why he speaks in the community and offers free workshops in his office to promote the importance of planning ahead for life’s unexpected changes.
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Business
12%
Elder Law
12%
18 years
Estate Planning
12%
35 years
Health Care
12%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2014
Licenses
Licensed in Alabama for 35 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Bradford & Holliman, LLC
2491 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, AL, 35124
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803 Garland Ferry Road, Scottsboro, AL, 35768
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John Robert Holliman's Reviews
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Posted by Vince | October 20, 2014
Very helpful
John is one of the most informed, well educated attorneys I have met. His insight, and vast knowledge, with respect to elder law and estate planning, are valuable tools when the protection of the ones you love is at stake. He recently helped me decipher a complex life estate situation which gave me ...
Posted by Rodney | June 10, 2014
Great People to work with!
John and his entire staff are responsive to my family needs and can be trusted. I love working with them all and think they are good Christian folks! They helped us with our Trust and all its pieces. They made it understandable to us and provided us with with our personal needs. The documentation...
Posted by Jane | June 8, 2014
Expertise in Family Trusts and Estate Planning
John Holliman and staff were very helpful to us in deciding how to protect our assets currently and in the event we become unable to make decisions for ourselves. They helped us decide how we could best transfer any assets that are left after we die. They helped us maximize our property value by mi...
Posted by Charlie | June 3, 2014
Charlie Jones and Family
John and his staff did a great job of explaining what we could do as a family to prepare for certain events. Not only for each of our parents but also to stay ahead as parents ourselves, in case an event happened to endanger the future of either of us. To help him with a snapshot of our lives from a ...
Posted by Claudette | June 2, 2014
A very competent attorney, pleasant to deal with
I hired John to settle a complicated estate. He gave me sound advice and helped me move through a very difficult process more easily. He has high integrity and a great demeanor.
John Robert Holliman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend this lawyer's work. John is extremely knowledgeable about estate planning and probate issues. He is very hard-working and provides excellent representation for his clients. I have referred numerous clients to John and he has done an excellent job for each of my clients."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I have known John through the Alabama State Bar Elder Law Section for several years. He is committed to staying current with the latest developments for estate planning and elder law. This is an extremely important quality for an attorney in this area of law as laws and regulations frequently change. I believe potential clients can expect to find a knowledgeable attorney that wants to develop a long term relationship to assist clients in reaching their goals."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is one of the most personable attorneys I have ever met. He has a way of putting people at ease very quickly which is very helpful especially in stressful situations. John is also very compassionate and endeavors to provide the very best service to his clients."
"John has that awesome mix of being personable (and funny) and yet at the same time being an incredible attorney. He is thoroughly knowledgeable in his practice niche of Elder Law and Estate Planning. To this extensive knowledge, John brings a passion for helping and protecting families. I hardily endorse John."
"Not only is John one of the friendliest guys on the planet with an infectious smile, he's also a fantastic estate planning and elder law attorney. John is widely respected in his community for his legal skills and knowledge, and rightly so. I've seen John create and deliver powerful planning strategies to resolve legal issues that were so complex that they would have easily overwhelmed other attorneys. An expert in his practice areas, John is dedicated to protecting his clients and their families. I would not hesitate to recommend John to a friend or family member."
"John Holliman and I belong to several professional organizations together. He is a strong advocate for his clients and is among the most serious lawyers I know."
Melanie Holliman
Elder law lawyer
Steven Riley
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Mark Wight
Elder law lawyer
Barbara Weinschenk
Elder law lawyer
William Erhart
Elder law lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Top Attorneys, B-Metro Magazine
2018
Top Birmingham Attorneys, Birmingham Magazine
2017
10 Best Elder Law Attorney, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
Stars of the Bar, B-Metro Magazine
2016
Top Elder Law Attorney 2016, Birmingham Magazine
2016
Top Trust Attorney 2016, Birmingham Magazine
2016
10 Best Elder Law Attorney, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2016
Top Attorneys in Birmingham, Birmingham Magazine
2016
Stars of the Bar, B-Metro Magazine
2015
Top Elder Law Attorney 2015, Birmingham Magazine
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Bradford & Holliman, LLC
1900 - Present
Attorney, Holliman & Holliman, PLLC
2011 - 2015
Partner, Holliman Estate Planning and Elder Law
1990 - 2011
Partner, Holliman Law Firm
Associations
2008 - Present
Alabama State Bar, Elder Law SectionMember
Alabama Real Estate Lawyers Association
Past President
Alabama State Bar
Member
Shelby County Bar Association
Member
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Member
Education
2014
Elder Counsel's Elder Law Immersion Camp
Certificate
2014
Alabama Law Weekly's Probate & Estate Planning Conference
Certificate
2014
WealthCounsel's Tax Camp
Certificate
2014
CLE Alabama 2014 Elder Law
Certificate
2014
The Alabama Department of Senior Services
Certificate
2012
Wealthcounsel's Planning for the Generations
Certificate
2011
Business Enterprise Institute Boot Camp
Certificate
1990
University of Alabama School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Birmingham-Southern College
Undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2018
Lunch and Learn for Social Workers & Case Managers - CEU credits
Paying for Long Term Care & Public Benefits
2017
Special Needs Expo
Special Needs Trusts
2017
Civitan Convention
Estate Planning
2016
Successful Aging Expo
Using VA Aid & Attendance Benefits for Long Term Care
2016
Alabama Elder Law Annual Conference
VA Aid & Attendance Benefits: Current Regulations and Proposed Regulations
2014
Potential Client Workshop
The Family Estate Plan; Why You Should Have One and What Happens When You Don't
2014
National Association of Social Workers West Region Conference
What Social Workers Should Know About Powers of Attorney and HealthCare Directives
2014
Exhibitor at Birmingham Parent's 4th Annual Special Needs Expo
Special Needs
2014
Community Workshop @ Curren Pharmacy
The Affordable Care Act
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What can we do about a leasing agent lying about floor plan of an apartment?
12 Jun 2014
Q&A
Can I still file a disclaimer to real property inherited in Alabama in a will after the 9 month period has expired? The will ha
12 Jun 2014