Kira Yalon Fonteneau
also known as Kira Fonteneau
About Kira
Biography
Kira Fonteneau was born in Detroit, Michigan and raised in Chesapeake, Virginia. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Virginia and a Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law. In 2005, Kira began her legal career in Birmingham. Ms. Fonteneau is Licensed to practice law in Alabama, Georgia, and Virginia, but focuses her practice in Alabama. From 2013 until 2016 Kira served as Jefferson County’s first Public Defender. Prior to joining the Public Defender’s Office, Ms. Fonteneau maintained an active practice focusing in criminal defense, employment law, and other civil litigation. She currently serves on the Birmingham Bar Association’s Executive Committee, The Alabama State Bar Board of Bar Commissioners and the American Diabetes Association’s National Legal Advocacy Subcommittee.
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-50%
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Georgia for 18 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 19 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Alabama for 20 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Fonteneau & Arnold LLC
2151 Highland Avenue, Suite 110, Birmingham, AL, 35205
Barrett & Farahany
P.O. Box 530092, Atlanta, GA, 30353-0092
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Kira Yalon Fonteneau's Reviews
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2 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2017 | Employment & Labor
Seems fair.
Consulted with attorney's assistant. Courteous and professional. Would recommend to a friend who needs assistance with employment related issues.
Posted by Sarah | May 20, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very Accomodating
Kira Fonteneau is an excellent attorney. She was very professional and took care to explain any legal terms that I had questions about. While my case is still pending, I would reccomend her to anyone in need of legal services. She has a great concern for the community and the problems that affect it....
Kira Yalon Fonteneau's Lawyer Endorsements
"Leader in the field of employment law. Every time I have a chance to hear Kira speak, I'm listening carefully. She is a brilliant and a leader in our field. Highly endorse."
"Kira is an amazing lawyer who will always fight her hardest for all of her clients. She has the passion and dedication to take on any case, and she is willing to do anything to fight for her client's rights."
"I endorse this lawyer. Prior to taking on the role of Public Defender of Jefferson County, Kira and I have worked together on discrimination matters through NELA-Alabama. Her insight, tenacity, and diligence make her one of the best attorneys in Alabama."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Long before I knew Kira, I knew of her reputation as one of the best criminal lawyers in Jefferson County. She is currently the head of the Public Defenders Office and deservedly so. I am proud to know her as an attorney, and as a person."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Kira possesses the knowledge and drive to skillfully represent her clients. Labor law is an ever changing field that requires an attorney who is dedicated to that are of practice. Hire Kira before your opponent does."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, The Fonteneau Firm LLC
2006 - Present
Attorney, The Fonteneau Firm, LLC
1900 - Present
Partner, Barrett & Farahany
2013 - 2016
Public Defender, The Jefferson County Public Defender's Office
2005 - 2006
Associate, Constangy, Brooks & Smith, LLC , Brooks & Smith, LLC
Associations
2014 - Present
Alabama State BarBar Commissioner
2013 - 2015
Birmingham Bar AssociationExecutive Council
2009 - 2011
Birmingham Bar AssociationExecutive Council
Sample of Legal Cases
Jury Verdict in Favor of Plaintiff
Not Guilty Verdict
Hung Jury
Education
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
What are the laws pertaining to of video recording in Alabama ?
05 Sep 2018
What number can I call to report an employer for not giving breaks for an 8 hour shifts?
05 Sep 2018
I was talked about amongst employer and employees and different property managers and was mocked on one should be able to do tha
03 Sep 2018