Atty. James E. Williams

Atty. James E. Williams

Delta Theta Phi; Member, American Journal of Trial Advocacy, 1978-1979; Law Clerk to Hon. Judge Robert Bradley, Court of Civil Appeals, Alabama, 1979-1980; Assistant District Attorney, Montgomery County, 15th Judicial Circuit, 1981-1983; Alabama State Bar (Board of Bar Commissioners, 1992-2001, 2003-2006; Disciplinary Hearing Officer, 2001-2008); Alabama Law Foundation (Board of Directors, 2002-2008); Alabama Law Institute.

Montgomery Montgomery 46 Years Experience 46 year
Call (334) 801-5305

Profile Summary

About James E. Williams at a glance

James E. Williams is a Member based in Montgomery, Alabama, practicing at Melton Espy Williams P C. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, criminal defense, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Alabama United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama United States District Cou (1980). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1979) and Auburn University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Montgomery, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Delta Theta Phi
  • Member, American Journal of Trial Advocacy, 1978-1979
  • Law Clerk to Hon. Judge Robert Bradley, Court of Civil Appeals, Alabama, 1979-1980
  • Assistant District Attorney, Montgomery County, 15th Judicial Circuit, 1981-1983
  • Alabama State Bar (Board of Bar Commissioners, 1992-2001, 2003-2006; Disciplinary Hearing Officer, 2001-2008)
  • Alabama Law Foundation (Board of Directors, 2002-2008)
  • Alabama Law Institute
  • Listed in the publications "The Best Lawyers in America" and "SuperLawyers"

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Williams's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

James E. Williams is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →

Product Liability

James E. Williams is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Alabama →

Civil Litigation

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James E. Williams is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Alabama →

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 Montgomery 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 James E. Williams

Where is James E. Williams's law office located?
James E. Williams's law practice is located in Montgomery, Alabama. The firm is Melton Espy Williams P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Williams handle?
James E. Williams focuses on medical malpractice, criminal defense, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has James E. Williams practiced law?
James E. Williams has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James E. Williams go to law school?
James E. Williams earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact James E. Williams for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James E. Williams received?
James E. Williams's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1979
B.S.
Auburn University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama United States District Cou
Admitted: 1980

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