Jerry M. Blevins

Jerry M. Blevins

also known as Law Office of Jerry M. Blevins

4.9
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 32 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Birmingham, AL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

Shipt Tower, 420 North 20th Street, Suite 2200, Birmingham, AL

About Jerry

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 25%

I handle both contested and uncontested divorces throughout the State of Alabama.

32 years

25%
Ethics and Professional Responsibility 25%

I handle legal malpractice cases. Legal malpractice is when you hire an attorney to represent you in a legal matter and the attorney breaches the standard of care owed to you during his/her representation.

32 years

25%
Criminal Defense 20%

I handle misdemeanor and felony charges in all courts, including Municipal, District and Circuit Courts.

32 years

20%
Personal Injury 15%

I handle all types of personal injury cases from auto accidents, slip-n-fall, etc.

32 years

15%
Wrongful Death 15%

I handle wrongful death cases in which the death of the deceased was caused by the fault of another.

32 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-300 per hour

Contingency

33%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 32 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 1994

Suspended - Disciplinary

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Jerry M. Blevins

Shipt Tower, 420 North 20th Street, Suite 2200, Birmingham, AL, 35203

Law Office of Jerry M. Blevins

RSA Dexter Avenue Building, 445 Dexter Avenue, Suite 4050, Montgomery, AL, 36104

Law Office of Jerry M. Blevins

RSA Battle House Tower, 11 North Water Street, 10th Floor, Mobile, AL, 36602

Law Office of Jerry M. Blevins

Huntsville-Cummings Research Park, 7027 Old Madison Pike, Suite 108, Huntsville, AL, 35806

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Jerry M. Blevins's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

47 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Lori | June 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Rating my lawyer

Mr. Blevins started out by explaining the court process on my case and if it was winnable. He kept in touch with me throughout my court procedure and was easily contacted should I have any questions or concerns about my case. He was courteous and respectful throughout my court procedure. I highly r...ecommend him!

Jerry Blevins

Replied last June 06, 2020

Lori: Thanks so much for the positive review. It was my pleasure representing you.

Posted by Jeff | June 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

divorce/child-custody case

I had the privilege of working with Jerry Blevins for the past 20 months and continue to work with him to this day. Specifically, he helped with my divorce/child-custody case. During my initial search for an attorney I was looking for someone organized, timely, available & knowledgeable. During my... time with Jerry Blevins, he’s met each of those items—no issues at all. I had complete faith in his management of my case. He didn’t tell me what I wanted to hear (I mean this in a positive way…I appreciated it), he told me the facts and why he recommended a particular course of action but also listened if I wanted to go against it. Also, Jerry did not rack up my bill with pointless issues like some attorneys will. He was honest and to the point (works on Law, not emotion). I provided him all the facts of the case and he guided our attack efficiently and aggressively. I have been happy with the results (won my case). I highly recommend Jerry as an attorney… He will posture any case for success setting up the best possible outcome. Other notes: Clean/organized office Responsive to telephone calls/emails Good reputation in the court room & from fellow attorneys Never missed an appointment/deadline/meeting Superior writer Can translate my ideas into the legal realm Easy going Humble

Jerry Blevins

Replied last June 18, 2019

Jeff: Thanks so much for the kind review. It has been my pleasure representing you. You have been an excellent client. Thanks again.

Posted by Pat | September 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Jerry M. Blevins: Houston County Alabama Trial Court

Jerry Michael Blevins represented me before Henry D. “Butch” Binford, Circuit Judge, 20th Judicial Circuit Court of Houston County (Civil Division, Dothan) Alabama, HEARING on MOTION TO VACATE OR MODIFY on Friday, April 20, 2017, at 1:30 PM (38-CV-2015-900261.00) His oral argument before the court c...ited only the relevant Supreme Court of Alabama cases and the related Alabama Rule in support of my position, and was succinct and to the point I reviewed attorney Blevins' research before the Motion Hearing and was very pleased by his knowledge of the law, and legal research It is my belief that because of lawyer Blevins' only citing case law and the Alabama rule in support, that I will ultimately prevail in the Higher Alabama court of law Having an attorney represent you is a team effort, since the plaintiff should jealously guard their rights, and should work with their lawyer to ensure that they are put in the best position to win your case Mr. Blevins has been responsible and responsive during the entire process of this case

Jerry Blevins

Replied last September 12, 2018

Thanks Pat. It was my pleasure representing you. Take care.

Posted by Christopher | September 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best Attorney

Mr. Blevins has represented me in various legal proceedings over the past fourteen years, representing my interests against a variety of opposing attorneys. In each case, without question, Mr. Blevins has been the more prepared, knowledgeable, professional, decent, and, most importantly, effective pa...rty. In short, he has always been the smartest person in the room. He has represented my interests with great care, concern, detail, and focus. He provides so much concentration that it makes me feel like I am his only client. This is not the case, of course, but such is his ability and energy, I’m sure, to make each client’s situation feel special, unique, and deserving of his full attention. His client’s interests are as much his own. In court, Mr. Blevins is a pit bull. I pity any nominally-prepared lawyer who shows up in a courtroom opposing him.

Jerry Blevins

Replied last September 12, 2018

Thanks for the positive review. It was my pleasure representing you. Take care and I wish you the best of luck with your future endeavors.

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Jerry M. Blevins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ian Brendel

Litigation lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Lunsford

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jerry is a very good lawyer and works hard for his clients. I would recommend his legal services."

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Ben Hand

Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shane Oncale

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Hard working and honest. Not afraid of difficult cases."

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Melissa Isaak

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jerry is not afraid of taking on cases that other lawyers may shy away from. He will pursue his clients rights and interests, even if that means holding other lawyers accountable for unethical behavior. I endorse Jerry."

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Donald Harrison

Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an expert in the field of legal and medical malpractice. He tenaciously defends his clients and prosecutes their causes. I would not hesitate to recommend him if you have been wronged by a professional in the legal or medical field."

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Michael Strickland

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jerry for more than 20 years and there is not another attorney who takes more pride in their work. Jerry provides excellent representation to all of his clients."

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Jim Norman

Litigation lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jerry is a very strong advocate in every case. He has that unique quality to make any argument convincing and compelling."

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Michael Lunsford

Personal injury lawyer

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Ian Brendel

Personal injury lawyer

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Henry Cassady

General practice lawyer

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Alyssa Hawkins

Family lawyer

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Jennifer Tompkins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Shane Oncale

Family lawyer

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Ben Hand

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael Strickland

Wrongful death lawyer

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Jim Norman

General practice lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

1993

Certificate of Appreciation, State of Alabama Dept. of Human Resources

1986

Army Achievement Medal, U.S. Army

1986

Good Conduct Medal, U.S. Army

1986

Honorable Discharge, U.S. Army

1986

Certificate of Achievement, U.S. Army

1985

Soldier of the Quarter, U.S. Army

1984

Certificate of Training (Cavalry Scout), U.S. Army

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Jerry M. Blevins

2005 - 2007

Prosecuting Attorney, City of Tuskegee

1990 - 1993

Social Worker - Child Support Enforcement, State of Alabama - Dept. of Human Resources

1987 - 1990

Counselor, State of Alabama - Dept. of Youth Services

1984 - 1986

Cavalry Scout, U.S. Army

Associations

2013 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Alabama State Bar

Member

1994 - Present

United States Federal Court - Middle District of Alabama

Attorney

1994 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Attorney

1994 - Present

American Bar Association chapter

Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Arthur Barney v. Wiiliam Teague, et al.

Pending trial on additional compensatory and punitive damages

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Education

1993

Jones School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Auburn University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1989

Auburn University

Paralegal Certificate

1984

Robert E. Lee High School

High School Diploma

Speaking Engagements

2016

1440 AM Radio

Legal Questions

2015

Moot Court

Critique of moot court oral arguments

2004

Political Event

Judicial Elections

Publications

2014

The Alabama Lawyer Legal Malpractice 101

Languages

English

Activity

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