Atty. Jerome Paul Compton, Jr.

Atty. Jerome Paul Compton, Jr.

Mr. Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, banking, commercial real estate and 5 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. at a glance

Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. is a Member based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Compton Jones Dresher. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on formation, business, real estate, commercial re, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1989) and Georgia (2004). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1989) and University of Alabama (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Birmingham and American Bar Associations Alabama State Bar State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, banking, commercial real estate and 5 other areas of law
  • Jerome received a B.S. degree from University of Alabama in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Jerome practices at Compton Jones Dresher in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Jerome Paul Compton, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Alabama →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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

Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Alabama →

Commercial Real Estate

Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Alabama →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 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 Jerome Paul Compton, Jr.

Where is Jerome Paul Compton, Jr.'s law office located?
Jerome Paul Compton, Jr.'s law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Compton Jones Dresher. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. handle?
Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. focuses on formation, business, real estate, commercial re, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. practiced law?
Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. go to law school?
Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. 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 Jerome Paul Compton, Jr. received?
Jerome Paul Compton, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1989
B.S.
University of Alabama
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1989
Georgia
Admitted: 2004

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