James Leighton Nation

Divorce and separation Attorney at Huntsville, AL

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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

13 years
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
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13 years
Criminal defense

10%

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

13 years
Uncontested divorce

10%

I will help navigate your child custody and support issues and protect your retirement accounts and assets.

13 years
Adoption

5%

I will help you through this often complicated process

13 years
Marriage and prenuptials

5%

Prenuptial agreements help protect you and your fiancé from the unknown. Call me for a consultation.

13 years

Lee has taught legal seminars at the People’s Law School and Divorce on the Beach. He handles both civil and criminal cases at both the trial and appellate levels. Lee is conveniently located above Below The Radar and SIP in the Times Building in downtown Huntsville. Call us today

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Licensed for 12 years

State AL

Status Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

Acquired 2010

Updated 02/11/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Nation Law Firm, LLC

228 Holmes Avenue NE

9th Floor

Huntsville, AL, 35801

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4.9 / 5.0

7 customer reviews

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Posted by Owen | March 4, 2023

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

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

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

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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 Mr. Nations for any case you would need legal assistance with!

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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 attorney I have ever met.

Posted by Keith | February 4, 2015

Appreciation to Mr. Nation

I have just received an award on a medical disability claim. Mr. Nation informed me verbally before I actually received notification. The pursuit of the filing, the answering of numerous questions, the gathering of medical information to support the request were all very challenging. Mr. Nation passionately facilitated the process by leaning on experience and looking at every angle involved in the filing. Perhaps the greatest compliment anyone could give or receive in a professional relationship is that someone is trusted. I trust Mr. Nation with no reservations whatsoever. He has earned my respect and admiration for who he is and how he performs. From myself and my family, I would recommend Mr. Nation to anyone who would need legal assistance mixed with genuine care.

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Posted by Brenda | November 11, 2014

Review from client

They were helpful with the information they provided in my divorce! Would have liked the progress to of went faster than it did but due to the fact that we were dealing with another attorney they made it quite difficult to proceed the divorce in a timely manner! Overall they were very professional thank you

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Attorney
Nation Law Firm
2016 - Present

Partner
Wisda & Nation, LLC
2013 - 2016

Attorney
CP Injury Lawyers
2011 - 2013

Attorney
Garve Ivey, Jr. PC
2010 - 2011

Summer Associate
Garve Ivey, Jr. PC
2009 - 2010

Summer Associate
Walker County District Attorney's Office
2008 - 2008

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Education

Faulkner University, Thomas Goode Jones School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010

University of Alabama
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2007

Legal Cases

Social Security Disability Case
Fully Favorable

Social Security Disability Case
Fully Favorable

Social Security Disability Case
Fully Favorable

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Associations

Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association, Huntsville Young Lawyers
Executive Committee Member
2017 - Present

Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association, Grievance Committee
Member
2017 - Present

Alabama State Bar, Litigation Section
Member
2015 - Present

Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association
Member
2013 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives
Member
2011 - Present

Alabama State Bar
Member
2010 - Present

Alabama State Bar, Young Lawyers Section
Member
2010 - Present

Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association
Secretary
2015 - 2016

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Rising Star
Super Lawyers Magazine
2019

Rising Star
Super Lawyers Magazine
2018

Giving Legal Advice With Genuine Care
Matthew Dukes, Esq.
2017

Publications

Tennessee Valley Law Blog
Your Rights As a Passenger in a One-Car Accident
2016

Tennessee Valley Law Blog
Common Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Alabama Divorce
2016

Wisda & Nation, LLC
The Importance of Uninsured Motorist Insurance in Alabama
2013

Speaking Engagements

Virginia College
Overview of Medical Malpractice Law
2016

The People's Law School
Social Security Disability
2016

Evening News
Huntsville City School Leaders Stand by Code of Conduct
2016

Divorce on the Beach 2016
Social Security' Issues in Family Law Cases
2016

Morning News
Divorce Rates & The Holidays
2015

LawLine
Disability Benefits
2015

2015 Iron Bowl CLE
How to Handle a Social Security Disability Case
2015

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Attorney endorsements

Received (19)

Given (17)

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Homer Jordan

Divorce and separation Attorney | May 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Hunter Garnett

Social Security & Disability Attorney | 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."

Perrar Joseph

Social Security & Disability Attorney | 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."

Andrew Dill

Litigation Attorney | 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."

Thomas Littrell

Social Security & Disability Attorney | Oct 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Rebecca Coleman

Social Security & Disability Attorney | Aug 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Donald Lambert

Divorce and separation Attorney | May 08
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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

Tyler Mann

Unknown Attorney | Jan 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Christopher Lockwood

Car accident Attorney | Sep 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Cassidy Anderson

Social Security & Disability Attorney | Sep 22
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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

Douglas Martinson

Social Security & Disability Attorney | 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."

John Totten

Social Security & Disability Attorney | 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."

Jesse Cash

Unknown Attorney | 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."

Matthew Dukes

Divorce and separation Attorney | Nov 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

John Brinkley

Social Security & Disability Attorney | 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."

Lauren Anderson

Unknown Attorney | 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."

Michael Waddington

Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Gerald Baxter

Unknown Attorney | 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."

Tazewell Shepard

Unknown Attorney | 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

Thomas Littrell

Divorce and separation