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John Charles Bell
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Biography
Mr. Bell has been serving the community for the past fourty-five (45+) years, working with diverse youth and young adults in a variety of sports as an instructor, coach, commissioner, and tournament director for baseball, volleyball, & basketball. Mr. Bell has enjoyed serving with Greater Birmingham Habitat for Humanity; First Light Women’s Shelter; Boy Scouts of America;Arthritis Foundation; National Multiple Sclerosis Society (Alabama/Mississippi Chapter); Birmingham Bearcats AAU Basketball program (Co-Founder); Central Park Christian School; Forestdale Presbyterian Church; First Presbyterian Church; South Highlands Presbyterian Church; and HICA!, among others.
Mr. Bell attended Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, B.S. School of Arts & Science in 1978; Vanderbilt Divinity School, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, M. Div. in 1982; and also attended Cumberland School of Law, Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama, J.D. in 1991.
He served in the federal sector at the United States Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Alabama from 1992-2013 and later founded The Law Office of John Charles Bell, L.L.C. in June of 2014.
Mr. Bell has been an ordained minister in the Christain Church (Disciples of Christ) since 1982 and continues his ministry in his everyday life. Mr. Bell has lead many workshops in seminars in various areas, mainly involving issues in leadership, youth, and immigration.
Mr. Bell has extensive courtroom experience as a retired AUSA as well as private practice. Call us!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Immigration
40%
Personal Injury
25%
Criminal Defense
20%
Probate
10%
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Alabama for 34 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in Tennessee for 34 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 34 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of John Charles Bell LLC
3430 Independence Dr Ste 140, Birmingham, AL, 35209-8331
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Posted by Debra | March 28, 2015
Legal work
Mr. Bell was so greatly appreciated for his work that he did for my husband & I. He was very prompt in completing the job in hand and when it came time to sign papers, he made himself available for our convenience. When we did meet, Mr. Bell was very explanatory in what he had done for us and it w...
Posted by Robin | March 26, 2015
THE BEST
As the President of a small healthcare business, I selected The Law Office of John Charles Bell, L.L.C., as my law firm. I have known Mr. Bell since 1992. At that time, and until 2013, Mr. Bell served at the United States Attorney’s Office where he had a distinguished career for over 21 years. When ...
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2015
Definitely recommend!
The Law Office of John Charles Bell has been my go to when it comes to lawyers! John has gone above and beyond with my case! He is trustworthy, quick and very helpful. It's very hard to understand most of my paperwork but he made sure to put the cookies on the bottom shelf for me! I'm above pleased a...
Posted by valery | March 20, 2015
Very pleased!
I have had multiple immigration lawyers but never have I felt like I was in good hands! When I first discussed my case with Mr.Bell I knew immediately that I could trust him. He made sure that I knew everything about my case. His meticulous attention to my paperwork made me feel like I was being his ...
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Experience
Honors
2023
Preeminent AV Rating Legal and Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Pree. Rated Judicial Ed. (Legal Ability/Ethical Standards), Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
AV Pree. Rated Judicial Ed. (Legal Ability/Ethical Standards), Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
AV Pree. Rated Judicial Ed. (Legal Ability/Ethical Standards), Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2017
AV Pree. Rated Judicial Ed. (Legal Ability/Ethical Standards), Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Special Recognition Award, United States Department of Homeland Security
2013
Special Recognition Award, United States Department of Health and Human Services
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Selected Leadership Academy II, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2009
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
On the Spot Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2008
Selected to Leadership Academy I, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2008
On the Spot Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2008
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
First Place Team Project and Presentation, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2007
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Special Achievement Performance Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2007
On the Spot Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2006
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Special Achievement Performance Awrard, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2004
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Special Achievement Performance Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2003
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
Special Achievement Performance Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2003
Special Recognition Award, NASA
2002
Special Recognition Award, United States Department of Agriculture
2002
Special Achievement Performance Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2001
Special Achievement Performance Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
2000
Special Achievement Performance Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
1999
Volunteer Award, U. S. Department of Justice
1998
Special Achievement Performance Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
1998
Volunteer Award, U. S. Department of Justice
1997
Special Achievement Performance Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
1997
Volunteer Award, U. S. Department of Justice
1996
On the Spot Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
1996
Volunteer Award, U. S. Department of Justice
1994
Outstanding Performance Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
1993
Volunteer Award, U. S. Department of Justice
1993
On the Spot Award, U. S. Attorney's Office Northern District of Alabama
1992
Volunteer Award, U. S. Department of Justice
1992
Outstanding Young Alabamian, Jaycees
1991
BNA Inc./Cumberland School of Law Student Award, Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
1985
National Camps and Conference Committee, Member, The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
1984
National Camps and Conference Committee, Member, The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
1983
National Camps and Conference Committee, Member, The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
1982
Outstanding Student, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Vanderbilt University, Divinity School
1981
Outstanding Student, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Vanderbilt University, Divinity School
1980
Outstanding Student, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Vanderbilt University, Divinity School
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Samford University, Cumberland School of Law, Homewood, Alabama
2014 - Present
Lead Attorney, The Law Office of John Charles Bell, L.L.C.
1992 - 2013
Assistant U. S. Attorney, Department Of Justice, U. S. Attorneys Office, District Of North Alabma
1991 - 1992
Associate, L. Dan Turbervill, P.C.
Associations
2001 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1992 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Alabama State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Madaio v. FBI; 2:06-cv-00904-KOB
Summary Judgment granted for the F.B.I. The case was affirmed by the Eleventh Circuit.
Herman, Sec. U. S. Dept. of Labor v. South Carolina National Bank, et al., 97-6058, 97-6154. (11th Cir. 1998)
In District Court, Judge Lynne granted summary judgment to the Defendants. On appeal the ruling against the DOL was reversed in the Eleventh Circuit. It was remanded back to District Court where the case was settled for $42 Million.
George MILLER, v. U.S.D.A. Farm Services Agency, et al., Appeal Number 97-6575. June 17, 1998.
The United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, No. CV 96-H-496-NE, dismissed the case and it was affirmed in the Eleventh Circuit
Education
1991
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
Vanderbilt University, Divinity School
M. Div.
1978
Vanderbilt University, A&S
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
CLE by the Hour on December 19, 2014
Immigration Basics
2012
Office of Immigration Litigation (OIL) Seminar
Immigration
2009
National Crime Victims' Rights Week Prayer Breakfast/Awards Program
Crime Victim's Rights
2003
Health Care Fraud Institute
Health Care Fraud
2003
Developments and Trends in Health Care Law 2003
Update from the U. S. Attorney's Office on Health Care Law
2002
Health Care Fraud and Abuse and the False Claim Act
Health Care Fraud and the False Claim Act
Languages
Spanish
English