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Sara Jones Doty
About Sara
Biography
Sara is passionate about helping families plan for the future and protect what is most important to them. This includes implementing estate plans, as well as assisting clients to address more complex planning situations such as planning for loved ones with special needs, estate tax planning, income tax planning, asset protection, adoptions and step-parent adoptions. Always willing and able to explain complicated legal concepts clearly and concisely, Sara is skilled at working with her clients to ensure their plan will work now and in the future.
Sara is a member of the State Bar of Alabama, the American Bar Association, volunteers with the Madison County Volunteer Lawyers Program, and serves on committees at her church. Prior to joining opening her own law firm, Sara worked fulltime as a paralegal and law clerk while she was attending law school at night.
Sara enjoys being outdoors, travelling, and spending time with her husband and son.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Alabama for 17 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 2008
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Location
Sara Doty Attorney at Law, LLC
4725 Whitesburg Drive, Suite 202, Huntsville, AL, 35802
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Sara Jones Doty's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Amber | November 19, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Ghosted Us
I’m not sure what happened. Things were going well in the beginning. We booked a meeting with her via Zoom on Friday and she told us that our paperwork would be Fed-Exed to us on Monday. It is now Wednesday and I’ve heard nothing from her or her office. I have attempted to call and email with no luck...
Posted by Joseph Ramsey | October 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great to Work With
Sara and her office staff are great to work with. They helped me open an estate for my brother She listed and addressed all of my concerns. If you need to open an estate for a loved one, give them a call.
Posted by Michelle | October 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Do not hire
How would you like to go to court and your attorney does not know your name? Her assistant did all the work and made excuses when the attorney did not deliver and would not give me my money back. Handle your personal affairs or tell the client you are unable to help them. Awful Awful and then the c...
Posted by Clark | January 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great law firm!
Sara and her staff made things so easy for me. She made it easy to open my mother's estate. She broke everything down perfectly throughout the whole process. I was very impressed and would definitely recommend to anyone who needs representation.
Posted by Todd McArthur | July 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Experience
Sara and her staff are very polite and very professional. She took the time to explain to me a page by page about the documents from the court. She answered all of questions and concerns.
Sara Jones Doty's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had several cases against Sara, and she is always a pleasure to work with and a zealous advocate for her clients. When I have a conflict on a case, Sara is one of the attorneys I refer people to."
"I highly endorse this attorney. I have known Sara Doty for a long time and she is an extremely skillful, professional, and respected attorney in our community. Whether it be a simple issue or a complex matter, Sara's dedication to her clients is evident. She works hard for her clients and her dedication to them and our justice system is evident."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Doty and her team are very compassionate and professional, always working hard on anything you need, and always keep you up to date. If you ever need to hire a lawyer for estate planning, adoption, probate, Attorney Doty is the right choice to make."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sara is a wonderful advocate for her client. Even in very contentious family law matters, she is always is a very positive person and a pleasure to work with."
"Sara does a great job for her clients, without adding drama or stress for the parties and their children."
"Sara is a compassionate and hard working attorney who fights for her clients rights and displays professionalism and character always in her representation of her clients."
"Sara is an excellent attorney and goes above and beyond for her clients. I highly recommend."
"Sara is very knowledgeable and understanding. She is well prepared for court appearances and advocates effectively for her client's best interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sara is professional, tenacious and hard working. She works hard for her clients and always protects their best interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sara is consistently professional, easy to work with, and a truly zealous advocate for her clients."
"I know Sara to be a thoughtful, hard working, and dedicated attorney for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sara is highly professional and experienced!"
"I am pleased to endorse Sara Jones Doty as an outstanding lawyer. I have been privileged to be able to recommend Sara for a number of clients and friends, knowing that all of her clients will be well represented by her. Sara is an extremely gifted and hard-working attorney who provides the very best for her clients. I only wish she were in the same city as me so that I could have the opportunity for more mutual clients to be represented by her. She is excellent, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to all."
"Sara is a bright and practical lawyer that has genuine concern for her clients and their troubles. I endorse this lawyer."
"Sara is a terrific advocate and a better person. She is honest and thorough. I endorse her without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a true professional, and is committed to her cases."
"I have known Sara for seven years. She has consistently impressed me with her compassion for clients and her dedication to their cause. Whether she is handling a bankruptcy or a domestic matter, Sara cares for those she serves. In addition she is a strong advocate and well liked by her peers."
"I endorse this lawyer as a friend and colleague. She is an honest and trustworthy attorney who advocates for her clients well."
"Sara is an excellent lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel
2017
Top Lawyers, Legal Network
2016
Top Lawyers, Legal Network
2015
Highest in Ethical Standard & Professional Excellence, Top Lawyers in Alabama
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top Lawyers, Legal Network
2013
Top Lawyers, Legal Network
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney, Sara Doty Attorney at Law, LLC
2002 - 2009
Law Clerk, Knight and Griffith, LLP
Associations
2016 - Present
Solo and Small Firm Section of Alabama State BarMember
2010 - Present
Alabama Lawyers for Unborn Children, Inc.Member
2009 - Present
Huntsville-Madison County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Alabama State BarMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of AlabamaMemeber
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Alabama v. Amanda Legg
Hung Jury
GAROUTE v. GAROUTE
CUSTODY TO MOTHER
Education
2007
Birmingham School of Law (Birmingham, AL)
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Athens State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
Estate Planning
Estate Administration from Start to Finish
2019
CLE - Estate Planning
Estate Planning
2017
2017
Successful Aging Initiative
Successful Aging
2017
Estate Administration From Start to Finish
Marshaling Assets
2017
Community Outreach
Estate Planning
2017
BNI Gateway Group
Estate Planning
Publications
2017
2017
Linkined
Adoption is a Wonderful Experience
2013
Sara Doty Attorney at Law, L.L.C. Blog
Doty Law Firm Blogspot
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
My wife is with holding my mail?
19 Jun 2017
Q&A
Can I get alimony?
17 Jun 2017
Q&A
Can I be terminated from a life estate by my stepfather who has a life estate at the same property?
20 Jun 2017