Atty. Gerald DeWitt Colvin III

Atty. Gerald DeWitt Colvin III

Mr. Gerald DeWitt Colvin III is a lawyer practicing education, municipal law, employment law and 3 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (659) 234-1525 Book Appointment

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About Gerald DeWitt Colvin III at a glance

Gerald DeWitt Colvin III is a Member based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Bishop Colvin Llc. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment, business, zoning, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1995). Educated at University of Alabama (J.D., 1995) and Birmingham-Southern College (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Birmingham and American Bar Associations Alabama State Bar Alabama Council of School Board Attorneys (President, 2007 Vice-President, 2006 Board of Directors, 2005-2007) Alabama Association of Municipal Attorneys. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Gerald DeWitt Colvin III is a lawyer practicing education, municipal law, employment law and 3 other areas of law
  • Gerald received a B.A. degree from Birmingham-Southern College in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Gerald practices at Bishop Colvin, LLC in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald DeWitt Colvin III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald DeWitt Colvin III 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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Land Use & Zoning

Gerald DeWitt Colvin III is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Alabama →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Gerald DeWitt Colvin III is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Alabama →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Gerald DeWitt Colvin III

Where is Gerald DeWitt Colvin III's law office located?
Gerald DeWitt Colvin III's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Bishop Colvin Llc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald DeWitt Colvin III handle?
Gerald DeWitt Colvin III focuses on employment, business, zoning, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Gerald DeWitt Colvin III practiced law?
Gerald DeWitt Colvin III has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Gerald DeWitt Colvin III go to law school?
Gerald DeWitt Colvin III earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Gerald DeWitt Colvin III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gerald DeWitt Colvin III received?
Gerald DeWitt Colvin III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Alabama
- 1995
B.A.
Birmingham-Southern College
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1995

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