Lois Beasley-Carlisle

Lois Beasley-Carlisle

4.8
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 36 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Birmingham, AL
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation ... +4 more

PO Box 170767, 1301 East Lake Blvd., Birmingham, AL

About Lois

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 40%

Debtor Court which is Chapter 13; Chapter 7, AP's, negotiation of settlement of debts; identity theft cases, credit advise, small claims and district court collection suits, unlawful detainers, various debt advise. As of 10/31/12 had filed 1167 bankruptcy cases and had been involved in several AP's. Have handled another several hundred. TILA violations, FDCPA, DTPA, discharge violations, exceptions to discharge, student loan issues, fraud

34 years | 1,167 cases

40%
Criminal Defense 15%

DUI, assault, robbery, drug cases, theft, misdemeanor , domestic violence, and felony charges in city courts, traffic offenses, approx 10% of my practice

34 years | 300 cases

15%
Divorce and Separation 15%

Family Law including adoptions, domestic violence, restraining orders, divorces (contested and uncontested), child support, child custody, approx 10% of my practice

34 years | 300 cases

15%
Consumer Protection 11%

auto fraud, yoyo, fluffing contracts, contract analysis, debt collection defense, consumer law, financial fraud, scams, FDCPA,TILA, Revocation of Acceptance.

14 years | 13 cases

11%
Social Security & Disability 10%

SSI, SSDI

34 years | 100 cases

10%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

Estates, wills, deeds, probate, guardian, conservatorship, general practice, deeds, contracts, various legal forms,

34 years | 400 cases

5%
Workers Compensation 4%

34 years | 700 cases

4%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-275 per hour

Contingency

25%-50%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 36 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1989

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alabama for 36 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 1989

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Carlisle & Carlisle, P.C.

PO Box 170767, 1301 East Lake Blvd., Birmingham, AL, 35217-0767

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Lois Beasley-Carlisle's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 22 reviews

Posted by Rachel | December 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Very Professional and Knowledgeable Attorney

Lois is a excellent attorney. She has helped my husband and I with several legal matters.

Posted by DFB | October 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

SLOTHFUL/NOT HONEST

I hired her to handle business for me. When the court date came around she didn't show up. She sent her husband and didn't let me know. I also paid her $2500 dollars up front and she was reimbursed by the courts on our behalf and she has not returned my money back to me. She want return my emails... or text message or phone calls. I am going to have to take her to court.

Lois Beasley-Carlisle

Replied last October 09, 2017

No good deed goes unpunished and in this case four things were done for her for free and she's mad about all of them. First she had two court cases going on at the same time. We were only hired to attend one court for her, but we talked about it and decided to go to the other court for free, as it was only one appearance, and we did not want any problems with our case we were handling for her. Good deed 1 Terry even waited that day and picked up an order for her that was ready on our other case. We could have just let the court mail it. Good deed 2 The court date Terry attended for free, she's upset I did not come free. Sigh. Good deed 1. None of what she says is accurate or true other than she did pay us up front. Her legal services were performed efficiently, adequately, timely and fully. There was no continuance and she got her final order on time and got it the day of court as we had all the paperwork ready for the order to be issued that same day. After we began the legal work, unexpectedly, another entity agreed to reimburse our fees. To this day we are still waiting on that alleged reimbursement. She has been advised if and when it comes she will be reimbursed but not until then. I am sorry she is unhappy at the speed with which we are getting reimbursed. Reimbursing her and applying for funds for her was also something we agreed to do, but did not charge her for and could have. Good deed 4. On their website, the guide rules for this reimbursement are that there is a year to apply for this fee, so I assume paying it promptly by them is not expected. I assume she has signed the paperwork and sent it to them as that was the last step and I have no control over whether she sent it in or not as she did not want to come to our offices and sign it, so it was sent to her. Also it it not true that I did not show up to court. I attended the only court date I was paid to go to. We also graciously agreed to reduce our fee to what that entity would pay and reimburse. Good deed 3 I can't make them pay us any quicker than what we have submitted. When we are paid back, if we are, then of course we will send her the money back minus expenses and costs of court of course. This is to her good fortune that someone else has agreed to pay for our services. I have paperwork and documentation to prove what I say. Also she or her husband was either texted, emailed, or a message was left that Terry would be attending court (the free court) for them. As a side note, she did not ask us for any of the good deeds she is now griping about. We just did them as that is what we are in business for is to help people. She has been emailed and or phoned or texted at all times during her case immediately, as appropriate. Her gripe is to calls after the case is over while we are waiting on reimbursement. I have told her when the money comes in I will immediately advise her. I will not continually answer calls or texts about money I have no control over, as she has been advised of the fact that we are waiting on this money to be paid to us and that when reimbursed we will immediately call, text or email her. Since the case was closed, I have regularly, probably weekly responded that the money is not here yet.

Posted by Wanda | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Great Attorney

My husband and I used Lois for the first time in 2014. We were very pleased at how professional she was and how much she seemed to care for her clients. We can highly recommend her if anyone needs an Attorney. She will keep you informed every step of the way. We can't say enough good things about her.... She genuinely cares for her clients. Wanda and Randy

Posted by Dorothy | November 16, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt

A great attorney and friend. And a great, patient teacher.

Lois is a long time friend, my attorney, teacher, and coworker. We need to file bankruptcy, and she stayed up late in her office, with us filing it. It was an urgent, needed today, type after case. As I need an income, she contracted me as her administrative assistant. She taught me everything I need...ed to do. Patiently. I have ADHD. She has helped me grow so much. Since I worked with her I know, all the time and effort she puts in for her clients. We worked past midnight several nights. As she is in court all day most of the week. I have seen her do, several legal cases at reduced rates, make payments, even free. I highly recommend her, for all types of cases.

Posted by Nancy | November 08, 2012 | Elder Law

Lois Beasley Carlisile

Lois has handled several matters for our family through the years and we have always been satisfied with her work. She was especially kind and helpful when my elderly Mother needed help. I would highly recommend her.

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Lois Beasley-Carlisle's Lawyer Endorsements

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Homer Jordan

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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A. Webb

Consumer protection lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with her in suing Creditors within Chapter 13 bankruptcy who had abused the borrowers, recovering the maximum $$ for the Client, plus attorney fees for Lois and me."

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Gregory Cade

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Truly exceptional and professional attorney with an outstanding reputation in the legal field for providing high quality representation and results for her clients!"

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Thomas Olsen

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Myers

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Lois without hesitation. She is one of the most determined, dedicated lawyers I have ever known. She will not rest until her clients are satisfied and their cases are well prepared. If I were ever faced with a criminal defense matter, she is the lawyer I would hire. In all aspects and accounts, she is truly outstanding."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

President, Tarrant Chamber of Commerce

2000

Parent Leader of the Year, 4-H

1990

Tarrant Industrial Board 3 year appointment, Tarrant City

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Trial Attorney, Carlisle & Carlisle P.C.

2000 - 2003

Conflicts Judge, Tarrant City

2000 - 2012

Arbitrator, The Better Business Bureau

1990 - 1993

Trial Attorney, Veigas & Cox

Associations

1989 - Present

Alabama State Bar

Member

2000 - 2000

Tarrant Chamber of Commerce

President

1989 - 1990

Young Lawyers Section

Young Lawyers Section Speakers Bureau

1989 - 1990

Birmingham Bar Association

Alabama Law Related Education Project 1989

1983 - 1998

Florida Bar

Secretary/Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

CASE NO: 2120991 Vincent v Vincent

Affirmed on appeal

John Moreno v. Nationwide Insurance Company

affirmed on appeal

Carey Goodwin

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Education

1989

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

WSCC

Associate Arts, Associate Science

1980

WSCC

Associate Degree Nursing, Assoc Degree Paramedic Science

N/A

University of Alabama - Birmingham

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Top 9 bankruptcy complications Bankruptcy

2014

Handling A Social Security Disability Case SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY: GET THE BASICS DOWN

2013

2013

2012

Anatomy and Physiology 101 for Attorneys

Anatomy and Physiology for Attorneys

2011

Tackling Complex Social Security Law Issues

Tackling Complex Social Security Law Issues

2010

Handling a Social Security Disability Case

Handling a Social Security Disability Case

2009

Medical Records: Understanding Chart Components

Medical Records: Understanding Chart Components

2009

Handling a Social Security Disability Case

NBI (National Business Handling a Social Security Disability Case

2008

Workers' Compensation Hearings: Techniques and Strategies for Success

Workers' Compensation Hearings: Techniques and Strategies for Success

2008

NBIInterpreting Medical Information - Finding the Clues for Your Case

NBIInterpreting Medical Information - Finding the Clues for Your Case

2007

Workers' Compensation Hearings: Techniques and Strategies for Success"

Workers' Compensation Hearings: Techniques and Strategies for Success"

2007

NBIInterpreting Medical Information: Finding the Clues for Your Case

NBIInterpreting Medical Information: Finding the Clues for Your Case

2006

Workers' Compensation Hearings: Techniques and Strategies for Success

Workers' Compensation Hearings: Techniques and Strategies for Success

2001

Medical Records for Alabama Attorneys

Medical Records for Alabama Attorneys

Publications

2005

published in The Biggest Legal Mistakes Physicians Make, wrote an article on Divorce for the book, by Seak, Inc.; I co-authored a short article on divorce advice for physicians

2004

Bankruptcy Section Web Site: Webmaster for set up and initial year. Bankruptcy Section Web Site Established (not sure of exact year)

1991

Alabama State Bar Association Health Law Section Newsletter

1990

Nursing '90 LETTING THE FAMILY IN DURING A CODE

Languages

English

Activity

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