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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

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4.7 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Staff & Support

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 Samuel | February 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Attorney with good heart and passion for his job

Mr. Bodiford is the best of the best of what he does I hired him from out of state. And I got way more then I paid for. He really knows his family court. From the moment I hired him I knew that he would handle my case as like I was the only case he had. If I needed anything him or his clerk would hav...e the answer and in the rare occasion they didnt he would find it fast and return my phone call ASAP with a since of urgency like I’ve never seen in any attorney I’ve ever dealt with. I must say thank god for this man and his law firm for the effort and enthusiasm they used within my case... if you ever need a family court attorney hire him. I’m a father that went up against my kids mother and he brought everything to light and explained and knew the out come before we got there.

Posted by Jason | January 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Divorce Attorney

Having been married in the state of Alabama but relocating to South Florida after our separation, Mr. Bodiford and his staff took care of all legal matters to make my divorce final.

Posted by Doina | June 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Divorce Attorney

I wanted to take time to write this review because it’s well deserved. I am extremely grateful to Mr. Bodiford for representing me in my divorce case. The separation from my husband affected me both emotionally and financially. I was looking for someone trustworthy with vast experience on my side... to guide me through this difficult time. That was Mr. Bodiford. His advice was invaluable and his rates very reasonable. He was able to answer ALL my questions with advice aimed directly at the issue. I highly recommend this attorney for his dedicated work, knowledge, experience and great interpersonal communication skills. Completely satisfying job, great office work, always reachable for service. Special thanks for his paralegal, Ms. Wynette, who is courteous, professional, competent, responsible and very receptive to all my questions and concerns. She returned all my phone calls and responded to emails with kindness and empathy. Would highly recommend Mr. Bodiford’s services to all friends and family and certainly use again.

Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Thankful for Mr. Bodiford

My brother retained Mr. Bodiford earlier this year for a difficult custody case. Our family had contacted several government agencies for help to no avail. Mr. Bodiford and his caring, compassionate staff helped us through this trying time. My niece and nephew are happy and in the custody of their fa...ther now. My family is so thankful for Mr. Bodiford. I would recommend him over and over.

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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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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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