Atty. Ernest Will Beard

Atty. Ernest Will Beard

Mr. Ernest Will Beard is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, civil, criminal defense and 6 other areas of law.

Guntersville Guntersville 53 Years Experience 53 year
Call (256) 982-3692

Profile Summary

About Ernest Will Beard at a glance

Ernest Will Beard is a Member based in Guntersville, Alabama, practicing at Beard And Beard. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1973) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama (1993). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford (J.D., 1973) and Cumberland, Samford University AL University of Alabama (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Marshall County Bar Association Alabama State Bar Alabama Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Guntersville, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Ernest Will Beard is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, civil, criminal defense and 6 other areas of law
  • Ernest received a degree from Cumberland, Samford University, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Ernest practices at Beard & Beard in Guntersville, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Ernest Will Beard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ernest Will Beard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Medical Malpractice

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family 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 Guntersville 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ernest Will Beard

Where is Ernest Will Beard's law office located?
Ernest Will Beard's law practice is located in Guntersville, Alabama. The firm is Beard And Beard. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ernest Will Beard handle?
Ernest Will Beard focuses on probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Ernest Will Beard practiced law?
Ernest Will Beard has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Ernest Will Beard go to law school?
Ernest Will Beard earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact Ernest Will Beard for a consultation?
You can contact Ernest Will Beard 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 Ernest Will Beard received?
Ernest Will Beard's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford
- 1973
B.S.
Cumberland, Samford University AL University of Alabama
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1993

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