Joseph Charles Somma

I found Joseph C. Somma, PC in late 2022 while searching for an Alabama probate/estate attorney. After my grandfather passed in October 2023 and left his estate to my grandmother (his wife of 58 years), family dynamics quickly became complicated. As the oldest grandchild, I had to step in—grieving, o...verwhelmed, and unsure where to begin. From my very first call, Joseph was welcoming, patient, and genuinely curious about our situation. He took the time to explain every step in plain English, never once making me feel rushed or uninformed. When relatives began seeking access to funds intended for my grandmother, Joseph guided me—kindly but firmly—through the proper legal steps to protect her from financial exploitation. With his counsel, I obtained the legal authority I needed to care for her, and he remained steady and compassionate when she passed away two weeks later in December 2023. Nearly three years from my initial outreach, we’re finally nearing the finish line on my grandparents’ estate, and Joseph has consistently treated me with dignity, clarity, and care. What sets Joseph apart is his combination of expertise and humanity. He is responsive, ethical, and meticulous—translating complex Alabama probate law into actionable next steps, anticipating issues before they became emergencies, and keeping my grandparents’ wishes at the center of every decision. Because of Joseph, I could navigate this process with confidence rather than fear of the unknown—freeing me to focus on honoring the two most important people in my life. If you’re seeking a probate/estate attorney in Alabama who will protect your loved one’s legacy with skill, compassion, and strategic foresight, hire Joseph C. Somma. He’s the advocate you hope to find on your hardest day.

Joe helped with the probate that my mother was named as personal representative. The process was fairly long and complicated and he was helpful and patient with us throughout. He also fought for her a couple of times when things got a little tough, once to get access to the safe deposit box where the... will was located. Every question we had was answered satisfactorily. We appreciate his time spent with us on this matter and wish him a long, successful career.

Mr. Somma represented me and my family during an extremely long and complex probate that involve multiple commercial properties and residential properties and was a hostile probate process from the other side of my family, and he handled it with skill dexterity and expertise that was second to none… ...During one of the hearings, he was an absolute bulldog and I’m glad he was on our side and protected our interests. Mr. Somma was always available throughout the course of three years to take my phone calls and answer emails and guide me through the entire process patiently I would not hesitate to recommend him to anybody in fact all my family uses him for any of their legal needs.

I had the opportunity to work with Joseph Somma after my husband passed. The estate involved many issues; multiple rental properties, creditor claims against the estate and heirs' disputes. Joe was excellent in managing every detail of the estate, I appreciated his professional attitude, his courteou...s demeanor and prompt responses to my questions and assistance needed. When faced with difficult situations, Joe clearly represented options required to handle the issue. I would recommend Joseph Somma to anyone needing an Estate Attorney.