Atty. James Phillip Roberts

Atty. James Phillip Roberts

James Phillip Roberts is a lawyer practicing creditors' rights & bankruptcy, debtor in possession financing, private equity & venture capital and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California-Berkeley in 2009, and has been licensed for 11 years.

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About James Phillip Roberts at a glance

James Phillip Roberts is an Associate based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Burr And Forman Llp. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, creditor rights, and energy. Admitted to practice in Alabama (2015) and Florida (2015). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 2014) and University of California-Berkeley (B.A. Economics, 2009). Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Phillip Roberts is a lawyer practicing creditors' rights & bankruptcy, debtor in possession financing, private equity & venture capital and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California-Berkeley in 2009, and has been licensed for 11 years
  • James practices at Burr & Forman LLP in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

James Phillip Roberts's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Phillip Roberts 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Phillip Roberts

Where is James Phillip Roberts's law office located?
James Phillip Roberts's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Burr And Forman Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Phillip Roberts handle?
James Phillip Roberts focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, creditor rights, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has James Phillip Roberts practiced law?
James Phillip Roberts has 11+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2015.
Where did James Phillip Roberts go to law school?
James Phillip Roberts earned their education at (J.D., 2014); (B.A. Economics, 2009).
How can I contact James Phillip Roberts for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 2014
B.A. Economics
University of California-Berkeley
- 2009

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 2015
Florida
Admitted: 2015

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