James Leighton Nation

James Leighton Nation

also known as Lee Nation

4.9
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Huntsville, AL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Social Security, Criminal Defense

200 West Side Square, 7th Floor, Suite 725, Huntsville, AL

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

I will help navigate your child custody and support issues and protect your retirement accounts and assets. Let me deal with DFAS and OPM so you don't have to

16 years

40%
Criminal Defense 30%

Ask me about pretrial diversion. Representing clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies in Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama.

16 years

30%
Social Security & Disability 30%

Represent claimants in filing and appealing disability claims, appeals to the Appeals Council, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Terminally Ill Cases (TERI), Survivor Benefits, Physical injuries, mental disorders, cancer, low back pain, fibromyalgia, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, seizures

16 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 15 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2010

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Nation Law Firm, LLC

200 West Side Square, 7th Floor, Suite 725, Huntsville, AL, 35801

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James Leighton Nation's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (6) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
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1 star (0)

Posted by Owen | March 4, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Recommended

He seemed like a real straight shooter during consultation. I ended up hiring a lawyer who was a better fit for my case, but I would nevertheless recommend Mr. Nation above most of the alternatives.

Posted by Matt | July 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lawyer

You helped me out alot you got my case handled how it needed to be done and u helped me with probation than you and I'll recommend you to everyone

Posted by anonymous | December 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Disability

I can't begin to thank Mr. Nation and his staff, my case was handled very Professional and I also felt as a family member. I had attempted filling for my disability 3 times and was denied. I made some calls and was referred to Nation Law Firm and of course appt was made and Lee felt it was a case he... wanted to take. He was very upfront and honest about our options. Well today Mr. Nation and his team gave my family a wonderful Christmas present and amazing 10th anniversary because WE WON because of all their hard work!!!!!!!! Thank you for EVERYTHING Rita Wilbourn

Posted by Michael Haltiwanger | July 13, 2015

Disability

Mr. Nations did an excellent job representing me in my case. He was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all questions that I had. He was well prepared and had all of the expert testimony lined up and ready for trial even after coming on board in the middle of my case. I would highly recommend M...r. Nations for any case you would need legal assistance with!

Posted by Michelle | April 1, 2015

Outstanding attorney with an equally outstanding firm!

Mr. Nation went above and beyond his duties to help me. His knowledge and experience truly shined through during the entire legal process. He never backed down to the opposition and made sure I received everything I was entitled to, and protected my future interest. Hands down the most genuine attor...ney I have ever met.

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James Leighton Nation'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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Hunter Garnett

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lee is a great social security disability lawyer. He works hard to help his disabled clients. I refer all my disability cases to Lee because he sincerely cares about his clients."

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Perrar Joseph

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Attorney Nation in the pass projects. He was the point of contact for Social Security matters. If I had questions, he would be my go to guy."

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Andrew Dill

Litigation lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lee Nation is a skilled and persistent professional. He has a clear style communication and is very good at getting to the point of a matter."

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Thomas Littrell

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nation is professional and capable."

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Rebecca Coleman

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lee is knowledgeable and professional."

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Donald Lambert

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lee is very well informed and capable."

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Tyler Mann

Unknown lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Nation is an excellent attorney, and an even better person."

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Christopher Lockwood

Car accident lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lee is an excellent lawyer and is well respected in the Huntsville community."

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Cassidy Anderson

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lee is honest, hardworking, and a pleasure to work with."

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Douglas Martinson

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Lee on a Social Security case and he is very knowledgeable and diligent. He also cares about his clients and tries to do the best for them."

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John Totten

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lee is an honest and thorough professional in this business. I endorse him fully in his practice for social security."

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Jesse Cash

Unknown lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Nation is a very skilled attorney. When my clients need a lawyer in Huntsville, Mr. Nation is my first call. I highly recommend his services."

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Matthew Dukes

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Brinkley

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lee is a very bright and capable young man. These are handy traits when dealing with disability claims. Disability status is not given in every situation and a persistent attorney is necessary to achieve benefits. Call Lee Nation for your disability claims."

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Lauren Anderson

Unknown lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"James "Lee" Nation is an excellent attorney who always puts his clients first. He cares about his clients and puts his very best effort into each and every case. He is a talented and knowledgeable attorney, and I would recommend him to anyone."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Gerald Baxter

Unknown lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This is a very good attorney and highly respected by his peers in Alabama. I am happy to endorse Lee Nation without hesitation to anyone who needs his services."

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Tazewell Shepard

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Lee is a talented lawyer whom I respect. I have seen Lee in action and know that he works hard to defend his client's interests. I endorse Lee Nation."

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Andrew Dill

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Thomas Littrell

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Richard Raleigh

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Rachel Goodson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Elizabeth Warren

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Christopher Lockwood

Litigation lawyer

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Cassidy Anderson

Personal injury lawyer

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Rebecca Coleman

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Douglas Martinson

Probate lawyer

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Joseph Aiello

Workers compensation lawyer

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David Hodge

Personal injury lawyer

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John Totten

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jesse Cash

Employment and labor lawyer

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Tazewell Shepard

Litigation lawyer

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Tazewell Shepard

Litigation lawyer

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Gerald Baxter

Personal injury lawyer

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Suzanne Dorsett

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Giving Legal Advice With Genuine Care, Matthew Dukes, Esq.

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, Nation Law Firm

2013 - 2016

Partner, Wisda & Nation, LLC

2011 - 2013

Attorney, CP Injury Lawyers

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Garve Ivey, Jr. PC

2009 - 2010

Summer Associate, Garve Ivey, Jr. PC

2008 - 2008

Summer Associate, Walker County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association, Huntsville Young Lawyers

Executive Committee Member

2017 - Present

Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association, Grievance Committee

Member

2015 - Present

Alabama State Bar, Litigation Section

Member

2013 - Present

Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Member

2010 - Present

Alabama State Bar

Member

2010 - Present

Alabama State Bar, Young Lawyers Section

Member

2015 - 2016

Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association

Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

Social Security Disability Case

Fully Favorable

Social Security Disability Case

Fully Favorable

Social Security Disability Case

Fully Favorable

Social Security Disability Case

Fully Favorable

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Education

2010

Faulkner University, Thomas Goode Jones School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Alabama

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Virginia College

Overview of Medical Malpractice Law

2016

The People's Law School Social Security Disability

2016

2015

2015

LawLine

Disability Benefits

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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