Atty. Alan Eric Johnston
Mr. Alan Eric Johnston is a lawyer practicing constitutional law, litigation, business law and 9 other areas of law.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Birmingham, AL · 53+ Years Experience
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About Alan Eric Johnston at a Glance
Alan Eric Johnston is a formation, trusts, employment, business, and real estate attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1973). Educated at Cumberland School of Law (J.D., 1973) and University of Alabama (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan Eric Johnston
- Mr. Alan Eric Johnston is a lawyer practicing constitutional law, litigation, business law and 9 other areas of law
- Alan received a B.A. degree from University of Alabama in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Alan practices in Birmingham, AL
Practice Areas Explained
Alan Eric Johnston's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan Eric Johnston handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Birmingham.
Business Formation in Birmingham
Alan Eric Johnston is one of 35,326 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Alabama →
Trusts in Birmingham
Alan Eric Johnston is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Alabama →
Employment Law in Birmingham
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Alan Eric Johnston is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alabama →
Business & Corporate Law in Birmingham
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Alan Eric Johnston is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →
Real Estate Law in Birmingham
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Alan Eric Johnston is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Alabama →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Birmingham
Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Birmingham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Birmingham Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Birmingham-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Birmingham Choose Alan Eric Johnston
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan Eric Johnston's practice in the field of formation, trusts, employment, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan Eric Johnston brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, trusts, and employment, Alan Eric Johnston can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Birmingham
A Birmingham-based practice means Alan Eric Johnston attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Alan Eric Johnston Handles in Birmingham
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Alan Eric Johnston has experience with under Alabama law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Alan Eric Johnston directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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