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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 - 5 of 7 reviews | Family
Posted by Bridgett | September 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family
Excellent Attorney
I contacted Mr. Somma regarding a real estate issue we were having with our HOA. When I went to talk with him the first time, he had already researched the problem, knew everything about the HOA, their Restrictions, Covenants, regulations and rules, and had several different ideas for how to solve o...
Posted by Otto | April 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family
Wholeheartedly Recommend!
It is not easy in Alabama for a father to get full custody of his daughter. Mr. Sommas was relentless in my case, and we won. In my opinion, he worked far over and above the money I paid, in order to make sure that my daughter was in a safe and stable environment, which is with me. He does not remind...
Posted by anonymous | December 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
Excellent Attorney!
Not only did Mr. Sommas fight for our family, he took a genuine interest in us. Our case has been very much out-of-the-ordinary, but he has never batted an eye. We don’t have to constantly deal with leaving numerous messages with his secretary or on his voicemail, if we called him, we got to talk to...
Posted by Jeremy | January 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
Great Experience
Mr. Somma came to me as a recommendation from a past client who was very happy with his services. . I knew the exact direction and even the end result I wanted to achieve in my child custody case, I was unsure how to get there. Mr. Somma KNEW how to get there! He took the time to meet with me and hea...
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...
"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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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