Joshua Gene Kesling

Joshua Gene Kesling

also known as Josh Kesling

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Orange Beach, AL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Probate ... +2 more

24821 Commercial Avenue, Suite 5, Orange Beach, AL

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

Criminal Defense practice, including the following areas: Domestic Violence, Drug Possession, DUIs, Expungements, and Traffic

19 years

35%
Family 30%

Family Law practice, including the following areas: Contested Divorce, Uncontested Divorce, Legal Separation, Child Custody, Child Support. Establishment of Paternity, and Spousal Support/Alimony

19 years

30%
Business 15%

Business Law practice, including the following areas: Corporate and Incorporations, Limited Liability Company, Partnerships, and Dissolutions

19 years

15%
Probate 15%

Probate Law practice, including the following areas: Adoption, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Power of Attorney, Trusts, Wills & Living Wills

19 years

15%
General Practice 5%

Full-Service law firm, including the following areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Appeals, Automobile Accidents, Contract & Agreements, Debt Collection & Settlement, Employment & Labor, Landlord & Tenant, Lawsuits & Disputes, Libel & Slander, Litigation, Marriage & Prenuptials, Mediation, Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect, Ordinance Violation, Personal Injury, Privacy Issues, Slip & Fall Accidents, Speeding & Traffic Tickets, Worker's Compensation, and Wrongful Death

19 years

5%

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 18 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2007

Special Member - Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Kesling Law, LLC

24821 Commercial Avenue, Suite 5, Orange Beach, AL, 36561-5832

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Joshua Gene Kesling's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews

Posted by Joseph kyle | December 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney

The best attorney

I can’t explain how good he really is. He’s not just a great attorney but an amazing person as well. Honest and more than prepared to handle ANY legal issues.

Posted by anonymous | September 06, 2022 | Family

Very helpful

We contacted Joshua about a case involving our son. He was very helpful explaining how the case would proceed and offered his knowledge from previous cases. He was extremely patient with us and consulted with us a couple of times. He helped us keep the situation in perspective. He is a stand up g...uy who really showed a concern for us as parents.

Posted by John | July 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Fast and Reliable

I was looking for a local attorney to help me with an urgent matter. Josh was out of the office but his staff got in touch with him on his cell phone and he called me right away. He was able to stop what he was doing and drive across town to resolve my matter immediately! If it wasn't for him, I a...m not sure that I would have gotten the result I needed. I recommend anyone that needs a great, fast attorney to give Josh Kesling, Kesling Law Firm a call!

Posted by Stephen | June 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney

Josh represented me for three different cases in two different cities. He was so easy to work with on my first case and the results were better than I could have dreamed. I hired him on two more occasions and he performed miracles and was able to get those two cases dropped in two different cities. ...I will definitely hire Josh If I find myself in need again.

Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Fantastic

I had a legal issue arise while in Orange Beach. Not knowing anyone there I looked up lawyers on web. Josh was the first to appear. Read his recommendations from other clients. Called him and he actually answered the phone no waiting, no messages just a real person. Being from out of town he assured ...me he could resolve my issue without me being present. He did just that at a very reasonable rate and put my mind at ease. Thank you Josh. I highly recommend you and your staff. God Bless you.

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Joshua Gene Kesling's Lawyer Endorsements

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J. Bolton

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Kesling since we attended Law School together. Josh is very intelligent, meticulous and knowledgeable about the areas of law in which he practices. Additionally, Josh is not only a skilled courtroom practitioner, but also one who understands how to effectively communicate with his clients, judges and opposing counsel in obtaining the best possible result in the cases he handles."

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Brenton McWilliams

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kesling is an experienced lawyer who provides excellent representation for his clients."

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Harold Callaway

General practice lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is passionate and will fight for you."

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Harold Callaway

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ginger Harrelson

Litigation lawyer

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Brenton McWilliams

Estate planning lawyer

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Scott Hunter

Appeals lawyer

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J. Bolton

Litigation lawyer

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Pascal Bruijn

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2024

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Kesling & Bozeman, LLP

2012 - Present

Partner, Kesling Law, LLC

2012 - 2012

Partner, Hartley, Hickman, Hickman & Kesling, LLC

2007 - 2011

Associate, Hartley & Hickman

Associations

2014 - Present

Coastal Baldwin Education Enrichment Foundation

Legal Counsel

2014 - Present

Coastal Alabama Business Chamber

Member

2013 - Present

Lions Clus, Orange Beach Chapter

President - Elected

2012 - Present

Baldwin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws

Legal Advising Committee Member

2010 - Present

Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - Present

South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program

Legal Counsel

2007 - Present

Alabama State Bar

Member

2007 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Alabama

Member

Education

2007

Appalachian School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa (main campus)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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