Atty. James Robert Sturdivant

Atty. James Robert Sturdivant

Mr. James Robert Sturdivant is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, white collar and government investigations, criminal defense.

Birmingham Birmingham 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About James Robert Sturdivant at a glance

James Robert Sturdivant is a criminal defense, white collar, and litigation attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1987), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1992), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama (1996), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama (1996). Educated at The University of Alabama School of Law (JD Alabama, 1987) and Auburn University (BA Army, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Robert Sturdivant is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, white collar and government investigations, criminal defense
  • James received a BA degree from Auburn University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Sturdivant's Areas of Practice

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

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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White Collar Crimes

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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 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 Robert Sturdivant

Where is James Robert Sturdivant's law office located?
James Robert Sturdivant's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Sturdivant handle?
James Robert Sturdivant focuses on criminal defense, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has James Robert Sturdivant practiced law?
James Robert Sturdivant has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James Robert Sturdivant go to law school?
James Robert Sturdivant earned their education at (JD Alabama, 1987); (BA Army, 1984).
How can I contact James Robert Sturdivant for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Robert Sturdivant received?
James Robert Sturdivant's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD Alabama
The University of Alabama School of Law
- 1987
BA Army
Auburn University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1996

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