Atty. Michael Edward Short
Mr. Michael Edward Short is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, insurance defense, criminal law and 4 other areas of law.
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About Michael Edward Short at a glance
Michael Edward Short is a Partner based in Opelika, Alabama. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Alabama (2004) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Middle Districts of Alabama (2004). Educated at Cumberland School of Law at Samford University (J.D., 2004) and Auburn University (B.S.B.A. Marketing, 1994). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Lee County Bar Association and Alabama State Bar. Serands clients in Opelika, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Michael Edward Short is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, insurance defense, criminal law and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from Auburn University in 1994, and has been licensed for 22 years
- Michael practices in Opelika, AL
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Michael Edward Short is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Alabama →
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Michael Edward Short is one of 29,977 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Alabama →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Michael Edward Short is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Alabama →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Michael Edward Short is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Alabama →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Edward Short is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Opelika 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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