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Atty. Janice G. Formato

Atty. Janice G. Formato

Janice G. Formato is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, probate, criminal.

Birmingham Birmingham 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (334) 730-9698 Book Appointment

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About Janice G. Formato at a glance

Janice G. Formato is a probate, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1987). Educated at Birmingham School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Samford University (B.A. University, 1962). Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Janice G. Formato is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, probate, criminal
  • Janice G. received a B.A. degree from Samford University in 1962, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Janice G. practices in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Janice G. Formato's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Janice G. Formato handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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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Common questions about Janice G. Formato

Where is Janice G. Formato's law office located?
Janice G. Formato's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Janice G. Formato handle?
Janice G. Formato focuses on probate, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Janice G. Formato practiced law?
Janice G. Formato has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Janice G. Formato go to law school?
Janice G. Formato earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. University, 1962).
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Education

J.D.
Birmingham School of Law
- 1985
B.A. University
Samford University
- 1962

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1987

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