Atty. Douglas J. Centeno

Atty. Douglas J. Centeno

Phi Delta Phi (Officer, 1980-1982); Omicron Delta Kappa. Member, Cumberland Moot Court Board (Chief Justice, 1981-1982).

Birmingham Birmingham 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (205) 666-5305 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Douglas J. Centeno at a glance

Douglas J. Centeno is a Member based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Benton Centeno Morris L L P. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, business, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1982), Florida (1983), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama (1987), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama (1990). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1982) and Florida State University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Birmingham, Federal and American (Member, Section on: Litigation and Antitrust) Bar Associations Alabama State Bar The Florida Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Alabama Trial Lawyers Association American Subcontractors Association of Alabama. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Delta Phi (Officer, 1980-1982)
  • Omicron Delta Kappa
  • Member, Cumberland Moot Court Board (Chief Justice, 1981-1982)

Recipient

  • C.C. "BO" Torbert Brief Writing Award, 1981
  • Phi Gamma Delta Fellowship Award, 1979
  • Member, Order of the Barrister
  • Associate Editor, Cumberland Law Review, 1980-1982

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas J. Centeno's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas J. Centeno handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Douglas J. Centeno

Where is Douglas J. Centeno's law office located?
Douglas J. Centeno's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Benton Centeno Morris L L P. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas J. Centeno handle?
Douglas J. Centeno focuses on employment, business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Douglas J. Centeno practiced law?
Douglas J. Centeno has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Douglas J. Centeno go to law school?
Douglas J. Centeno earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Douglas J. Centeno for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas J. Centeno received?
Douglas J. Centeno's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1982
B.A.
Florida State University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1982
Florida
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama
Admitted: 1990

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