Atty. John Stephen Proffitt III

Atty. John Stephen Proffitt III

John Stephen Proffitt III is a lawyer practicing plaintiff's negligence law, civil litigation, personal injury and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.C. degree from University of Richmond, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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About John Stephen Proffitt III at a glance

John Stephen Proffitt III is a J. P. King Auction Company, Inc. based in Gadsden, Alabama. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1981). Educated at University of Virginia J.D. University of Virginia (J.D., 1981) and University of Richmond B.C. University of Richmond (B.C., 1972). Serands clients in Gadsden, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Stephen Proffitt III is a lawyer practicing plaintiff's negligence law, civil litigation, personal injury and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.C. degree from University of Richmond, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John practices in Gadsden, AL

Practice Areas Explained

John Stephen Proffitt III's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance 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 Gadsden 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 Stephen Proffitt III

Where is John Stephen Proffitt III's law office located?
John Stephen Proffitt III's law practice is located in Gadsden, Alabama. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Stephen Proffitt III handle?
John Stephen Proffitt III focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has John Stephen Proffitt III practiced law?
John Stephen Proffitt III has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John Stephen Proffitt III go to law school?
John Stephen Proffitt III earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.C., 1972).
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia J.D. University of Virginia
- 1981
B.C.
University of Richmond B.C. University of Richmond
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1981

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