Atty. Michael Alan Newsom

Atty. Michael Alan Newsom

Mr. Michael Alan Newsom is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, commercial law.

Birmingham Birmingham 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Alan Newsom at a glance

Michael Alan Newsom is a criminal defense, family law, and business attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Alabama (inactive) (1973), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama (1973), and U.S. Tax Court (1986). Educated at Cumberland School of Law, Samford University (J.D., 1973) and Birmingham-Southern University (B.A., 1968). Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael Alan Newsom is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, commercial law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Birmingham-Southern University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Michael practices in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Alan Newsom's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Alan Newsom handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Alan Newsom

Where is Michael Alan Newsom's law office located?
Michael Alan Newsom's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Alan Newsom handle?
Michael Alan Newsom focuses on criminal defense, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Michael Alan Newsom practiced law?
Michael Alan Newsom has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Michael Alan Newsom go to law school?
Michael Alan Newsom earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Michael Alan Newsom for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
- 1973
B.A.
Birmingham-Southern University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Alabama (inactive)
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1986

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