Atty. James Daniel Pruett

Atty. James Daniel Pruett

Mr. James Daniel Pruett is a lawyer practicing litigation, business law, business organization and 3 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 63 yrs experience 63 year
Call (205) 547-6008 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Daniel Pruett at a glance

James Daniel Pruett is a business, securities, litigation, and consumer attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1963), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1963), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama (1964), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama (1965). Educated at University of Alabama (LL.B., 1963) and Harvard College and University of Alabama (A.B., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Daniel Pruett is a lawyer practicing litigation, business law, business organization and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Harvard College and University of Alabama in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • James practices in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

James Daniel Pruett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Daniel Pruett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

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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 James Daniel Pruett

Where is James Daniel Pruett's law office located?
James Daniel Pruett's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Daniel Pruett handle?
James Daniel Pruett focuses on business, securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has James Daniel Pruett practiced law?
James Daniel Pruett has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did James Daniel Pruett go to law school?
James Daniel Pruett earned their education at (LL.B., 1963); (A.B., 1960).
How can I contact James Daniel Pruett for a consultation?
You can contact James Daniel Pruett 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 James Daniel Pruett received?
James Daniel Pruett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Alabama
- 1963
A.B.
Harvard College and University of Alabama
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1963
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1963
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama
Admitted: 1964
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama
Admitted: 1965
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1965
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Eleventh Circ
Admitted: 1983

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