Atty. David D. Shelby

Atty. David D. Shelby

Mr. David D.

Birmingham Birmingham 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (205) 900-5696 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David D. Shelby at a glance

David D. Shelby is a Member based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Shelby Roden L L C. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, class action, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1978), Tennessee (1993), and Texas (1995). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1978) and Auburn University (B.S. Samford, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. David D. Shelby is a lawyer practicing environmental law, chemical exposure, class action and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • David practices at Shelby • Roden L.L.C. in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

David D. Shelby's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David D. Shelby handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

David D. Shelby is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Alabama →

Class Action

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David D. Shelby

Where is David D. Shelby's law office located?
David D. Shelby's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Shelby Roden L L C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David D. Shelby handle?
David D. Shelby focuses on wrongful death, class action, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has David D. Shelby practiced law?
David D. Shelby has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did David D. Shelby go to law school?
David D. Shelby earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S. Samford, 1972).
How can I contact David D. Shelby for a consultation?
You can contact David D. Shelby directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David D. Shelby received?
David D. Shelby's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1978
B.S. Samford
Auburn University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1978
Tennessee
Admitted: 1993
Texas
Admitted: 1995

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