Atty. John Earl Finklea

Atty. John Earl Finklea

Mr. John Earl Finklea is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, estate planning.

Orange Beach Orange Beach 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (251) 215-8433 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Earl Finklea at a glance

John Earl Finklea is a TN Dist. Atty. Gen. based in Orange Beach, Alabama. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1994), Georgia (1994), Kentucky (2000), and Alabama (2020). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley (J.D., 1993) and University of Mississippi (B.B.A., 1986). Serands clients in Orange Beach, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Earl Finklea is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, estate planning
  • John received a B.B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • John practices in Orange Beach, AL

Practice Areas Explained

John Earl Finklea's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Earl Finklea 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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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 Orange Beach 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 Earl Finklea

Where is John Earl Finklea's law office located?
John Earl Finklea's law practice is located in Orange Beach, Alabama. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Earl Finklea handle?
John Earl Finklea focuses on criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has John Earl Finklea practiced law?
John Earl Finklea has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did John Earl Finklea go to law school?
John Earl Finklea earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.B.A., 1986).
How can I contact John Earl Finklea for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley
- 1993
B.B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1994
Georgia
Admitted: 1994
Kentucky
Admitted: 2000
Alabama
Admitted: 2020

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