Atty. David Leonidas Ratcliffe

Atty. David Leonidas Ratcliffe

Mr. David Leonidas Ratcliffe is a lawyer practicing criminal law, bankruptcy law, divorce law and 6 other areas of law.

Mobile Mobile 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About David Leonidas Ratcliffe at a glance

David Leonidas Ratcliffe is a Member based in Mobile, Alabama, practicing at David L Ratcliffe Law Offices. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, divorce, probate, chapter 13, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1977). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1977) and University of South Alabama (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Mobile, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. David Leonidas Ratcliffe is a lawyer practicing criminal law, bankruptcy law, divorce law and 6 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of South Alabama in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • David practices at David L. Ratcliffe Law Offices in Mobile, AL

Practice Areas Explained

David Leonidas Ratcliffe's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

David Leonidas Ratcliffe is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Alabama →

Probate

David Leonidas Ratcliffe is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Alabama →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

David Leonidas Ratcliffe is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Alabama →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David Leonidas Ratcliffe is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alabama →

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 Mobile 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 Leonidas Ratcliffe

Where is David Leonidas Ratcliffe's law office located?
David Leonidas Ratcliffe's law practice is located in Mobile, Alabama. The firm is David L Ratcliffe Law Offices. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Leonidas Ratcliffe handle?
David Leonidas Ratcliffe focuses on chapter 7, divorce, probate, chapter 13, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has David Leonidas Ratcliffe practiced law?
David Leonidas Ratcliffe has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did David Leonidas Ratcliffe go to law school?
David Leonidas Ratcliffe earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact David Leonidas Ratcliffe for a consultation?
You can contact David Leonidas Ratcliffe 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 Leonidas Ratcliffe received?
David Leonidas Ratcliffe's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1977
B.A.
University of South Alabama
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1977

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