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also known as Jim Gillis
James R. Gillis ESQ. graduated from the University of Alabama in Birmingham with a degree in Philosophy and Communication Arts. While attending UAB, he served as a Senator and Student Advocate. After graduation, James R. Gillis ESQ. was accepted to the Cumberland School of Law. During law school, in addition to serving as an Associate Editor of Law Review, James R. Gillis ESQ. honed his trial skills by participating in many trial competitions, resulting in his being chosen to participate on the National Trial Team. During his last year of law school, Jim was recruited by the litigation section of a large Dallas firm where he practiced after his graduation. In 1990, James R. Gillis ESQ. moved back to Alabama and opened his office in downtown Birmingham, concentrating his practice in the areas of civil and criminal litigation, including, but not limited to, criminal law, divorce/family law, personal injury law, business law and general litigation. He also serves in a quasi-judicial role as a Court-appointed Mediator, Special Master and Daily Master.
Jim's business philosophy is simple and effective: Work toward a fair settlement, but don't be scared and be prepared to go to trial if necessary. Jim believes that the lawyers are the only ones who benefit from lengthy and protracted litigation. He encourages his clients to try to reach an agreement without a trial, thereby saving each side invaluable time and money. However, there are times when, regardless of how much you try to settle, some cases end up going to trial. That is why you need an attorney who knows how to handle himself in a courtroom. Even more importantly, you need an attorney who knows when it is time to discontinue the settlement negotiations and gear up for trial. James R. Gillis Esq, is that attorney.
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Chat withState: Alabama
Acquired: 1990
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2301 Morris Ave Ste 104, Birmingham, AL, 35203-4391
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Posted by Kelli | March 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Gillis represented me in a child support modification awhile back. He’s a great guy but he means business. My ex-husband and I had always worked together on raising our son, right up until it came down to the money anyway. Unfortunately, something had to be done. Our son was getting older and the...
Posted by Barry | October 1, 2015 | Hired Attorney
I have never had to use a lawyer before but decided to have a will done. I asked a lot of questions and Mr. Gillis did a good job of explaining things. He was very patient with my schedule in getting the documents finalized and I would recommend him to anyone needing help.
Posted by Antoine | May 21, 2015
Mr. James Gillis is a very professional and knowledgeable Attorney. He was referred by a very good friend when I was looking for a lawyer to represent me after my vehicle was T-Boned by another vehicle. He handled everything in dealing with the other driver insurance to medical expense and kept me in...
Posted by Mollie | May 18, 2015
Jim Gills represented me with a child support/custody case for my 7yr old daughter. Before our court date i foolishly let my daughter go visit her dad and he wouldn't give her back. That's when Mr. Gillis really stepped to the plate and got everything i needed in order for me to get her back quickly!...
Posted by Sharon | April 24, 2015
Jim helped my husband and I get our wills written. He worked with us on a tight timeline.
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Business lawyer
2015
AVVO Clients Choice Award, AVVO
1994 - Present
Greater Birmingham Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Alabama State BarMember
1990 - Present
Birmingham Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Alabama State Bar Family Law SectionMember
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
1988
English