Atty. James Sarven Williams

Atty. James Sarven Williams

Mr. James Sarven Williams is a lawyer practicing bad faith defense, class action defense, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (659) 599-9414 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Sarven Williams at a glance

James Sarven Williams is a Shareholder based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Dentons Sirote Pc. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, employment, business, class action, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2022). Educated at Samford University's Cumberland School of Law (JD, 1991) and Washington and Lee University (BA European, 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Sarven Williams is a lawyer practicing bad faith defense, class action defense, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a BA degree from Washington and Lee University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at Dentons Sirote PC in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

James Sarven Williams's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Estate & Trust 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 Sarven Williams

Where is James Sarven Williams's law office located?
James Sarven Williams's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Dentons Sirote Pc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Sarven Williams handle?
James Sarven Williams focuses on trusts, employment, business, class action, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has James Sarven Williams practiced law?
James Sarven Williams has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James Sarven Williams go to law school?
James Sarven Williams earned their education at (JD, 1991); (BA European, 1988).
How can I contact James Sarven Williams for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Sarven Williams received?
James Sarven Williams's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
Samford University's Cumberland School of Law
- 1991
BA European
Washington and Lee University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2022

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