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Jason J. Bonar

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  • Birmingham, AL
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About Jason

     I am very pleased to announce that I am now working as a Government Attorney for the State of Alabama Department of Human Resources. Therefore, I am no longer accepting new clients and have closed my private practice. 

    Jason Bonar is a native of Shadyside, Ohio who finished high school in Melbourne, Florida.  Jason was a four-sport athlete growing up and athletics lead him to attend Appalachian State University.  After receiving his Bachelor's degree in History, Jason worked for two years in the sporting goods industry.  

    Jason attended and graduated from the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in Birmingham.  Since opening his practice some 20 years ago, Jason has helped thousands of families in crisis, ranging from children's educational issues to complex divorce cases.  Jason is a renowned speaker on family and juvenile issues.  

Practice areas

  1. Child custody: 30%

    Children grow up fast. During childhood is when kids learn what it's like to be a grownup. Who has custody of a child has the most significant impact on the rest of the child's life and chance for future success. We fight hard to protect the best interests of children.

    24 years

  2. Divorce and separation: 30%

    Divorce is tough, but it has to be handled correctly. Your future depends on it. Some people "just want it over with" but we ensure that your present wants are tempered with our experience and guidance to protect your future needs.

    24 years

  3. Juvenile law: 20%

    Kid's brains do not fully develop until the age of about 26! Ironically, the last part of the brain to mature is that involving judgment and risk-taking. Consequently, many kids get in trouble with the law. We can help. We've represented hundreds of kids charge with being delinquent.

    24 years

  4. Child support: 10%

    24 years

  5. Family: 10%

    24 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

1 Independence Plaza
Suite 814
Birmingham, AL, 35209

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    ALSpecial Member199807/19/2022
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers94
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate Granted
    Lead Counsel Rated Family LawLead Counsel2017
    Lead Counsel Rated Juvenile LawLead Counsel2017
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
    10 Best in Family LawAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2016
    10 Best Client Satisfaction AwardAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2016
    Top 100 LawyersThe National Advocates2015
    Alabama's 10 BestAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2015
    Leadership AwardAppalachian State University1993
    work experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    AttorneyAlabama Department of Human Resources2018 - Present
    PresidentJason J. Bonar, Attorney at Law, PC1999 - 2018
    associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    American Bar AssociationCustody Executive Committee Member2017 - Present
    United States Supreme Court BarMember2016 - Present
    National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association2002 - Present
    National Association of Counsel for Children2001 - Present
    National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges2001 - Present
    Family Law Section of AlabamaFormer Executive Committee Member At Large2000 - Present
    Alabama State Bar1998 - Present
    publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    www.jasonbonar.comSame-Sex Family Law2015
    Lorman Education Services publicationJuvenile Justice System in Alabama2004
    education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Samford University, Cumberland School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1998
    Appalachian State UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science1993
    speaking engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Divorce On The Beach XXXIIIPaternity Issues and Presumptions2018
    Training for AttorneysQuality Parents' Representation2016
    News Story ConsultantPost Adoption Child Abuse2016
    LawCall-Television"Kids in Trouble"2014
    LawCall-Television"Children and the Law" LawCall2012
    Indigent Defense"Appointed Cases in Jefferson County"2008
    CLE on the Seas"Representing Children in Juvenile Court"2007
    Juvenile Law"Juvenile Justice System in Alabama"2004
    Birmingham Bar Association, Family, Domestic & Juvenile Courts Procedures Committee"Children's Records Law in Alabama"2003
    Bench Trial from the Judge's Perspective"Divorce Trial Skills"2003
    legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    B.P. v. Jefferson County Department of Human ResourcesAFFIRMED
    In Re J.G., J.T., J.T.Petitions denied
    J.W. v. Jefferson County Dep't of Human ResourcesAFFIRMED
    Z.D.D. v. State of AlabamaAffirmed
    T.H. v. State of AlabamaAffirmed
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    Great Help and very knowledgeable

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    Child Custody of Grandson.

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    He took care of me during the worst time of my life

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    Lawyer Greg William Foster

    Greg Foster, Child custody Attorney on Jun 9, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Homer Perry Jordan IV

    Homer Jordan, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 21, 2018
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    Lawyer Derek Drennan

    Derek Drennan, Family Attorney on Dec 5, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Jason. He is an exceptional attorney, and I highly recommend him.

    Lawyer Courtney B. Dubberly

    Courtney Dubberly, Family Attorney on Sep 18, 2017
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Jason is an intelligent, well-prepared, and attentive attorney. Jason has is ingenious when it comes to helping his clients. I had the pleasure of working for Jason when I was a law clerk, and I learned a great deal from him.

    Lawyer Gregory A Cade

    Gregory Cade, Child custody Attorney on Jan 10, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Jason is a dedicated, diligent and professional attorney, bound to solve even the most complex and challenging cases. He is a top notch attorney in his areas of practice and a well respected lawyer in the legal community. I recommend his quality services without hesitation to anyone seeking legal representation.

    Lawyer Jerrika Kiette Walker

    Jerrika Walker, Family Attorney on Sep 7, 2016
    Relationship: Worked for lawyer

    I had the pleasure of clerking for Mr. Bonar while in law school. Not only is he a phenomenal lawyer but an outstanding person. He always had compassion for his clients and really took it upon himself to teach me how to be an attorney.

    Lawyer David William Johnson

    David Johnson, Family Attorney on Jan 9, 2015
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    I endorse Mr. Bonar. He has a sound understanding of Family Law principles and application. His advice is concise and practical. He's one of those who make proud to be in the profession.

    Lawyer Wendy Allison Reese

    Wendy Reese, Family Attorney on Oct 30, 2014
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    I endorse this lawyer. Jason is a wonderful attorney. He is diligent and effective.

    Lawyer Randy W. Ferguson

    Randy Ferguson, Family Attorney on Jun 24, 2014
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    Lawyer Thomas Logan Davis

    Thomas Davis, Family Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
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    Lawyer Michael S. Waddington

    Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on Jun 3, 2014
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    I endorse Jason. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

    Lawyer Thomas Shane Smith

    Thomas Smith, Family Attorney on Sep 19, 2013
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