Atty. John Curtis DeShazo

Atty. John Curtis DeShazo

Mr. John Curtis DeShazo is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, professional liability, architects and engineers liability and 4 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About John Curtis DeShazo at a glance

John Curtis DeShazo is a Shareholder based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Webster, Henry, Cohan, Speagle, DeShazo & Bankston, P.C.. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on workers comp, construction, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Alabama (2004), Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama U.S. District Court, Northern District of Al (2009), and Mississippi (2017). Educated at University of Alabama (J.D., 2004) and Auburn University (B.S., 2000). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Curtis DeShazo is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, professional liability, architects and engineers liability and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 2000, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • John practices at Webster, Henry, Cohan, Speagle, DeShazo & Bankston, P.C. in Birmingham, AL and 2 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

John Curtis DeShazo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Curtis DeShazo handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Construction Law

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 John Curtis DeShazo

Where is John Curtis DeShazo's law office located?
John Curtis DeShazo's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Webster, Henry, Cohan, Speagle, DeShazo & Bankston, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Curtis DeShazo handle?
John Curtis DeShazo focuses on workers comp, construction, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has John Curtis DeShazo practiced law?
John Curtis DeShazo has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did John Curtis DeShazo go to law school?
John Curtis DeShazo earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.S., 2000).
How can I contact John Curtis DeShazo for a consultation?
You can contact John Curtis DeShazo 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 John Curtis DeShazo received?
John Curtis DeShazo's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Alabama
- 2004
B.S.
Auburn University
- 2000

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 2004
Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama U.S. District Court, Northern District of Al
Admitted: 2009
Mississippi
Admitted: 2017

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