Joseph Charles Somma

Joseph Charles Somma

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 23 years

Probate Lawyer at Birmingham, AL
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills ... +8 more

2107 5th Ave N Ste 301, Birmingham, AL

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

11

Practice Areas

Probate 30%

Probate Administration

30%
Estate Planning 20%

Strategic Probate and Estate Administration

20%
Business 10%

Litigation for Businesses and Plaintiffs

10%
Real Estate 7%

Complex Real Estate Litigation & Transactions, Quiet Title, Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate Acquisitions, Property Tax Sales & Property Tax Redemption

7%
Family 5%

Divorce and Child Custody

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 23 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2002

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Joseph C. Somma, PC

2107 5th Ave N Ste 301, Birmingham, AL, 35203-3325

Joseph C. Somma, P.C.

Shelby County Office, 108 Preserve Circle, Alabaster, AL, 35007

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Joseph Charles Somma's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

86 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 18 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Andrea | November 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A must have!

Joe has been the best in a terrible situation! I appreciate the fact he gives it to you straight and doesn't sugar coat the situation. I'm astounded at how promptly he answers calls, emails or texts (even after or before hours), that is so hard to find. Joe knows what he is doing and he knows hi...s stuff. I also found if it's a situation a little out of the norm (like my case was) he researched and found the answers we needed. I highly recommend Joe. He is easy to talk to, and will go through the steps with you so you understand the process and know what to expect. Joe absolutely will be my first call when the need arises again!

Posted by Mellisa | August 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Professional and thorough

My case was (is) difficult and full of twists and turns. I appreciated Joes patience, understanding and honesty. He always was clear on what the law allowed and what my rights were as a parent. I would recommend him as a lawyer to anyone who needed someone to fight for their rights With integrity and... honesty

Posted by Mark | February 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Very positive experiences with Mr. Somma's legal support

Mr. Somma has helped me with the creation of two last will and testament documents, one revocable trust, a living will and power of attorney documents. In all of these transactions, he has demonstrated a high level of competence and understanding, as demonstrated by a range of insightful questions an...d suggestions. His explanations are always clearly presented, and the timeliness of the work has been excellent.

Posted by Constance | January 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Business

President/owner/Partner Longworth Collection Inc, PineBloom LLC, Masada Corp.

It is my honor to not only write a review but to have Joseph Somma as my lead council. He is informed on the letter of the law, one of the most intelligent young men I have ever met. He has handled many personal and business cases in the 7 years since he was retained. His expertise has no limits. ... He is quick to respond, keeps his client informed. He gives one the feeling of, hes got your back on legal issues. I have referred him more times than I can recall and many have thanked me. When he accepts cases he treats us all like family and he really cares about the outcome. We are not just a retainer and a client #. I have had some really complicated cases and he has handled them with ease and perfection. We all want a winning attorney. I call him Joseph "Winning" Somma. Hire him, you will not regret it!!

Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Child support, divorce

I have worked with Joe for many years now and what was a scarey journey, has now become much less frightning knowing I have Joe on my side. His counsel has always been knowledgeable, fair and resonable. With multiple complex family cirmcustances I orginally retained an attorney (name not mentioned) t...hat was not available to take a call and when he did charged me a 2 hour minimum. I ended up having to handle an important task myself that the attorney should have handled. Thats when I was reffered through a family friend to Joe Somma and his team. It truly made all the difference in the world and I knew I was dealing with person who was compasionate and sympathetic to my circumstance. Joe gave me the right advice and got everything on track but most importantly continued the relationship over the years. The right attorney can make or break you and Joe was and is the “right” attorney.

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Joseph Charles Somma's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ellen Melson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I sought out Joe personally when I had a family member who needed a divorce lawyer. He was so helpful and compassionate with the situation and was incredibly professional. He advocated well for my family member. I highly recommend him!"

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Horace Nation

Probate lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Joe is a very competent lawyer who represents his clients well."

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Tomer Maor

Real estate lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am happy to endorse Joseph. Highly professional, responsive and a wonderful guy."

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Adrienne Powell

Real estate lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joseph is a very knowledgeable and skillful attorney. He’s aggressive and well known in the legal community. I would recommend him to anyone."

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Adrienne Powell

Family lawyer

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Virginia Miller

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Managing Partner, Joseph C. Somma PC

Associations

2002 - Present

Alabama State Bar

Member

Education

2002

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of Mississippi

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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