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James Walter Bodiford Jr.

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 51 years

Child custody Lawyer Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 51 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 1974

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James Walter Bodiford Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Poor

I summoned up every penny I had for this guy, months go by and I never met the guy, never even once talked to him, only his secretary. A couple months go by and they decided that I owed more money and I pleaded then to give me some time since I just gave them everything I had. So they agreed that I c...ould pay half of the two grand owed by the first week of September. So meanwhile I'm working on getting a loan, then I get a letter in the middle of August saying that he had withdrew from my case, the following day I was approved for the loan. So to wrap things up, this guy is useless, in my opinion. Will take all of your money and leave you in the dark for months.

Posted by Brandon | January 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best lawyer Andrew so thorough

Mr Bodiford handled my case to every details I asked for and won me full custody from my kids mother. He really puts in the effort to make sure the small details are in order to assure the best possibilities of winning your case for you! I would recommend him 10/10 times

Posted by Nicole | August 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly recommend.

Mr. Bodiford and his team handled my leagal issues with nothing but professionalism and care. Mr Bodiford fought hard for my case and did not give up until we were both more than satisfied with an dismissal of the case. His office kept me well informed and answered any questions I may have had at an...y time. Highly recommed. Thank you Mr Bodiford.

Posted by Jerry | May 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Estate Settlement

Don't know if Mr. Bodiford normally handles Estates, but it was for a H.S. classmate and I, brother and The Executor of Estate , live out of the local area. All actions with his office were top-notch updating me on proceedings and actions needed, as required. I cannot thank Mr. Bodiford and his ass...istant Wynette enough for their efforts in making this sorrowful proceeding as painless as possible. For any legal action that Mr. Bodiford and staff handle, I would highly recommend their office.

Posted by Trent | February 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Used for Adoption and a second time for custody.

Mr. Bodiford has done an outstanding job of getting the results we wanted. Our first case was a successful adoption. We used him a second time for an unusual custody case that we also prevailed in. We using his services of another adoption and possible other legal services soon.

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James Walter Bodiford Jr.'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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Gregory Cade

Child custody lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James is a dedicated, diligent and professional attorney, bound to solve even the most complex and challenging cases. He is a top notch attorney in his areas of practice and a well respected lawyer in the legal community. I recommend his quality services without hesitation to anyone seeking legal representation."

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Vivian Beckerle

Family lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known James for over 30 years; worked in same office with him for several years and have been opposing counsel on occasion. James is conscientious, always prepared, willing to discuss the case with the other attorney and attempt to settle the issues so that both parties are satisfied with the result. He is a gentleman, not one to attempt to trip the other attorney up, but to conduct the case with dignity. He treats other lawyers with respect."

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Jacqueline Fleming-Brown

Family lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Moore

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with James for over 30 years. He is recognized by the local bar as a seasoned, gifted and ethical trial attorney. I give James my highest recommendation"

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Lacy Robertson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Bodiford has practiced in Mobile, Alabama for many years and has a good reputation in the legal community. He is very personable and trustworthy. His clients benefit from his experience and knowledge in his chosen practice areas."

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Robert Beckerle

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known him for many years and we practiced law together in the same office."

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Herman Padgett

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Bodiford is a preeminent practitioner in the field of domestic relations law and he has many years of experience."

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Robert Beckerle

Family lawyer

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William Scully

Federal crime lawyer

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Karlos Finley

Personal injury lawyer

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Vivian Beckerle

Family lawyer

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Mark Wolfe

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1974 - Present

Attorney at Law, James W. Bodiford, Jr.

Associations

2005 - Present

Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce

1990 - Present

Sertomer Club

Past President

1980 - Present

Mobile Bar Association

1980 - Present

Mobile Bar Foundation

1976 - Present

U. S. Federal District Court for the Southern Division of Alabama

1974 - Present

Alabama State Bar

1974 - Present

Alabama Bar Foundation

1974 - Present

Alabama Trial Lawyers Association

1974 - Present

South Alabama Trial Lawyers Association

1974 - Present

Alabama Bar Foundation

1976 - 1980

United States Court of Federal Claims Bar Association

1972 - 1974

Judge William Bolling

Clerk

Education

1974

Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1968

Samford University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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