Atty. J. David Dodd

Atty. J. David Dodd

J. David Dodd practices at Scruggs, Dodd & Brisendine Attorneys, P.A.

Fort Payne Fort Payne 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (256) 979-0520

Profile Summary

About J. David Dodd at a glance

J. David Dodd is a Member based in Fort Payne, Alabama, practicing at Scruggs Dodd And Brisendine Attorneys P A. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1991) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama (1997). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1991) and University of Tennessee (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Dekalb County and American Bar Associations Alabama State Bar Alabama Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Fort Payne, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Practice Areas Explained

J. David Dodd's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate 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 Fort Payne 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 J. David Dodd

Where is J. David Dodd's law office located?
J. David Dodd's law practice is located in Fort Payne, Alabama. The firm is Scruggs Dodd And Brisendine Attorneys P A. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. David Dodd handle?
J. David Dodd focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has J. David Dodd practiced law?
J. David Dodd has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did J. David Dodd go to law school?
J. David Dodd earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact J. David Dodd for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has J. David Dodd received?
J. David Dodd's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1991
B.A.
University of Tennessee
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1997

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