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Joseph Somma is a Probate and Family Law attorney practicing for the last 23 years in Mountain Brook, Alabama. In addition to probate and family law, Mr. Somma also provides help to clients with real estate & litigation matters. Before entering the legal field Mr. Somma studied political science and psychology at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) and then attended Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law where he obtained his Juris Doctor in 2002.
Mr. Somma’s philosophy is simple: to provide caring, compassionate, and knowledgeable services for clients, while truly listening to the needs of his clients. Joseph has the unique approach prefering to have a smaller number of clients who use him for all their legal needs and who feel comfortable and confident in his representation.
When he is not practicing law Mr. Somma enjoys woodworking, his pug (Empy), home improvement, spending time with friends and enjoying classic car collecting and restoration.
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2107 5th Ave N Ste 301, Birmingham, AL, 35203-3325
Shelby County Office, 108 Preserve Circle, Alabaster, AL, 35007
86 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Landlord & Tenant
Posted by Lee | October 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Eviction and Ejectment
Several years ago, I entered into a verbal agreement which allowed someone to rent my home. When I was ready to sell the property, the renter refused to vacate. Attorney Sommo prepared, filed and represented my interest in any and all court filings. I subsequently received a writ of possession and ph...
Posted by Sherray | May 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Rental Property
Joe is such a great lawyer! He had given me so much great advice for 2 years before I even hired him. I would call him randomly & ask him questions about my tenant & rental property. I didn’t know what to do , I was a “newbie investor”. I finally hired him & guess what I got back possession of my pro...
Posted by Mario | July 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Great experience
Mr. Somma helped me with an issue with a rental property. The tenant was forced to pay back rent and was evicted from the property. I would recommend Mr. Somma to anyone with this kind of legal need.
Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
He is the best!
We had a tenant/lease issue come up that required us needing to move quickly due to unsafe health conditions that were not being addressed and compounded by having a lease that was month-to-month that was not being honored as such. In short, the landlord was trying to lock us into months of rent that...
"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!"
"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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Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
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
2010 - Present
Managing Partner, Joseph C. Somma PC
2002 - Present
Alabama State BarMember
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
Legal Answers
Will Alabama allow me to use a copy of a will?
10 Jan 2022
My brother was renting to own a home in Adger Alabama. He had 9 payments left. He passed away last week. Rights do I have?
08 Dec 2021
Can new owner collect rent during probate period??
08 Dec 2021