Blake Lee Oliver

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Blake Lee Oliver

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Appeals Lawyer at Opelika, AL
Practice Areas: Appeals, Real Estate, Litigation ... +5 more

205 South Ninth Street, Opelika, AL

About Blake

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Appeals 14%

Blake has helped with his firm's appeals since joining the firm in 2004. Prior to joining the firm, he clerked for the Acting Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court and assisted with the drafting of Alabama Supreme Court opinions.

23 years | 15 cases

14%
Corporate and Incorporation 14%

14%
Employment and Labor 14%

Blake advises business clients on employment matters and has litigated employment discrimination cases in Alabama courts.

22 years | 20 cases

14%
Life Insurance 14%

14%
Litigation 14%

Blake has handled litigation in 26 of Alabama's 67 counties and all 3 of Alabama's Federal District Courts. Blake represents both Plaintiffs and Defendants and handles a wide range of legal disputes.

22 years | 200 cases

14%
Personal Injury 14%

Blake represents people who have had accidents and been injured. He also defends people accused of causing injuries to other people.

22 years | 50 cases

14%
Real Estate 14%

Blake has conducted residential and commercial real estate closings, and other real estate matters since 2004.

22 years | 200 cases

14%
Other 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 8 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2017

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alabama for 22 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2003

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Adams, White, Oliver, Short & Forbus, LLP

205 South Ninth Street, Opelika, AL, 36803-2069

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Adams White Oliver Short & Forbus

205 S. 9th Street, Opelika, AL

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Samford & Denson, LLP

709 Avenue A, P.O. Box 2345, Opelika, AL, 36803-2345

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Blake Lee Oliver's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Clint | March 30, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

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

Great Attorney

I call Blake whenever I need help with a legal matter. He is a great guy and great attorney.

Posted by Mark | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable, professional.

I have had the opportunity of working with Blake Oliver twice, on two separate matters. On both occasions, Blake was extremely up to date and thoroughly knowledgeable about the law and its relevance to my situation. In addition to these attributes, I found that Blake was always prompt in his res...ponses and very accessible. I HIGHLY recommend Blake Oliver as a knowledgeable and dependable lawyer! Mark M.

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Blake Lee Oliver's Lawyer Endorsements

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G. Walker

Real estate lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Blake on a recent matter and he was excellent in how he helped his client through the process."

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James Sprayberry

Litigation lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Blake since he came to our area as a young lawyer. He has litigated both civil and criminal cases both with and without juries. He is always professional and prepared."

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Forrest Jackson

Litigation lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Friend

"Blake is a good guy and an excellent attorney. Highly recommended."

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James Martin

Litigation lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Blake on a very complicated commercial and estate matter. Blake's knowledge of the law and attention to detail were invaluable in helping us bring the matter to a satisfactory conclusion for our clients."

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Chad Bryan

Litigation lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christina Crow

Litigation lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Blake is a true professional. He has a diverse practice with a wide knowledge base. I endorse this lawyer."

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Amanda Cook

Litigation lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jacob Fuller

Litigation lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Blake Oliver. He's a fine attorney and an asset to the profession."

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Andrew Stanley

Litigation lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Chambliss

Litigation lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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James Sprayberry

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James Martin

Litigation lawyer

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Forrest Jackson

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Chad Bryan

Appeals lawyer

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Christina Crow

Defective and dangerous products lawyer

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Amanda Cook

Litigation lawyer

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Jacob Fuller

Litigation lawyer

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Jonathan Corley

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Clinton Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Stanley

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Best Law Firm, US News

2016

Leadership Forum, Alabama State Bar

2016

Best Law Firm, Best Lawyers

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Partner, Adams White Oliver Short & Forbus

1900 - Present

Partner, Samford & Denson, LLP

2003 - 2004

Law Clerk, Justice Gorman Houston

Associations

2010 - 2015

United States District Court for the Southern District of Alabama

Attorney

2010 - 2015

United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama

Attorney

2010 - 2015

United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Attorney

2005 - 2015

United States District Court for the Middle District of Alabama

Attorney

2004 - 2015

Lee County Bar Association

Attorney

2004 - 2015

Alabama State Bar

Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Litigation

Jury Verdict for the Defendant

Personal Injury Jury Trial

Jury Verdict for the Defendant

Environmental Law Trial

Successful for the Defendant

Construction Litigation

Jury verdict for the Plaintiff

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Education

2003

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Auburn University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Commercial and Residential Landlord/Tenant Law

CLE on the Residential Landlord Tenant Act

2009

AUM Nursing School

The Alabama Medical Liability Act

2007

Plains Apartment Association

Understanding the Alabama Uniform Residential Landlord/Tenant Act

Publications

2017

The Alabama Lawyer Editorial Board

2003

Cumberland Law Review Editor -- Research

Languages

English

Activity

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