Atty. James Melvin Edwards

Atty. James Melvin Edwards

Mr. James Melvin Edwards is a lawyer practicing construction / development, equipment finance / leasing, corporate finance & securities and 3 other areas of law.

Montgomery Montgomery 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (334) 801-5656 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Melvin Edwards at a glance

James Melvin Edwards is a Partner based in Montgomery, Alabama, practicing at Balch And Bingham Llp. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1979). Educated at The University of Alabama School of Law (J.D. Taxation, 1979) and The University of Alabama (B.S. Accounting, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Montgomery, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Melvin Edwards is a lawyer practicing construction / development, equipment finance / leasing, corporate finance & securities and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from The University of Alabama in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Balch & Bingham LLP in Montgomery, AL

Practice Areas Explained

James Melvin Edwards's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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 Melvin Edwards is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Melvin Edwards is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Alabama →

Commercial Real Estate

James Melvin Edwards is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re 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 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 Melvin Edwards

Where is James Melvin Edwards's law office located?
James Melvin Edwards's law practice is located in Montgomery, Alabama. The firm is Balch And Bingham Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Melvin Edwards handle?
James Melvin Edwards focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has James Melvin Edwards practiced law?
James Melvin Edwards has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Melvin Edwards go to law school?
James Melvin Edwards earned their education at (J.D. Taxation, 1979); (B.S. Accounting, 1975).
How can I contact James Melvin Edwards for a consultation?
You can contact James Melvin Edwards 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 Melvin Edwards received?
James Melvin Edwards's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Taxation
The University of Alabama School of Law
- 1979
B.S. Accounting
The University of Alabama
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1979

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