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Shane Michael Oncale
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Biography
The Oncale Firm is led by Shane M. Oncale. Mr.Oncale is a graduate of Cumberland School of Law and has spent his entire career in the courtroom representing individuals, partnerships and corporations in litigation. While at Cumberland, Mr. Oncale had a distinguished record, graduating near the top of his class and serving as Managing Editor of the American Journal of Trial Advocacy, as a member of the AAJ National Trial Team and as a member of both the Henry Upson Sims Moot Court Board and the Cumberland Trial Board.
After graduation Mr. Oncale practiced with a well known Nashville, Tennessee firm before growing homesick for Alabama and returning to Birmingham to practice and found several well known and respected law firms. Growing tired of big firm life, Mr. Oncale struck out on his own in 2006 and has never looked back. He loves the variety of his practice and the fact that his office environment is more like a gathering spot than a true traditional law office. The books, computers, conference rooms and legal staff are still there, but both the staff and his clients are treated like family and not like employees or merely clients.
Most of the clients that come to us are facing issues they never dreamed they would face and are, truthfully, ill prepared, at virtually every level, financially, emotionally and spiritually to deal with the issues they face. The role of an attorney practicing family law is much more than just a mouthpiece or even an advisor. The role is truly unique and is the most rewarding part of such a practice. While we would never wish the painful issues of a family dispute on anyone, if you find yourself in such a dispute, we welcome the opportunity to represent you and help you through the process with as little disruption and heartache to you and those you care about as possible.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Child Custody
34%
30 years | 235 cases
Divorce and Separation
33%
30 years | 412 cases
Family
33%
30 years | 485 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Alabama for 30 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Tennessee for 32 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
The Oncale Firm
1 Chase Corporate Dr, Suite 400, Birmingham, AL, 35244-7001
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Posted by Claire | December 10, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Wise, Kind, super-responsive and helpful.
When I used Shane Oncale as my divorce lawyer, he was exactly the opposite of what I had always feared about lawyers. I had heard that they would confuse me, charge me too much, and be almost impossible to talk to. Shane was open, welcoming, made me feel safe, and talked to me by text, email and pho...
Shane Michael Oncale's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Shane does an outstanding job for his client. He takes his work to heart and gives his all in representing his client's best interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. Shane 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."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Shane for 20+ years and know him to be a fierce advocate for his clients, and a diligent attorney. He is great to work with on a case and gets the job done."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell®
2023
Lead Counsel Verified, LawInfo
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel
2016
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Lawyers, B-Metro Magazine
Work Experience
2007 - Present
CEO and Principal Attorney, The Oncale Firm
2003 - 2007
Founding Partner, Clark Dolan Morse Oncale and Hair
1996 - 2003
Partner, Clark & Scott
1994 - 1996
Associate, Brewer Krause & Brooks
Associations
2008 - Present
Alabama State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
1997 - Present
Birmingham Bar Association, Litigation SectionMember
1996 - Present
Alabama State BarMember
1996 - Present
Birmingham Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Alabama State Bar, Litigation SectionMember
1994 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Henry Woods American Inn of CourtMember
Education
N/A
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My aunt has custody of my daughter, she's willing giving her back. How do I go about just getting paperwork drew up through a la
03 May 2021
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How do I get my ex husband out of my house (I live elsewhere). 2 years allotted in decree. Dragging his feet.?
04 May 2021
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What will they do at my contempt of child support hearing ?
05 May 2021