Atty. Michael Stephen McNair

Atty. Michael Stephen McNair

At Michael McNair Law Firm, our lawyer M. S McNair has been practicing law for over 40 years, with a focus on personal service.

Mobile Mobile 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Michael Stephen McNair at a glance

Michael Stephen McNair is a Principal based in Mobile, Alabama, practicing at Michael Mcnair Law Firm. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama (1979), and U.S. Tax Court (1997). Educated at The University of Alabama School of Law (J.D. Law, 1978) and The University of South Alabama (B.S. Finance, 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Mobile Bar Association Alabama State Bar. Serands clients in Mobile, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • At Michael McNair Law Firm, our lawyer M. S McNair has been practicing law for over 40 years, with a focus on personal service
  • He feels the best lawyers build cases by working personally with their clients
  • Below is our attorney's credentials
  • Classes/Seminars • Lecturer, Numerous Law Enforcement Courses, Mobile Police Academy, 1978 - 1990 • Lecturer, CJ630-Crime Prevention Program, Troy State University Bay Minette Branch, 1980 - 1981 • Lecturer, CJ411-Courts and Courtroom Practices, Troy State University Bay Minette Branch, 1980 - 1981 • Lecturer, Law 323- Business Law II, Mobile Police Academy • Lecturer, Mgt. 474- Business and Society, Troy State University Bay Minette Branch, 1980 - 1981 Honors and Awards • Outstanding Young Men of America, 1978 - 2013 • Who's Who in America Law, 1986 - 2013 • Professional Associations and Memberships • Alabama State Bar, Member, 1978 - Present • Bar of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Alabama, Member, 1979 - Present • Bar of the United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit, Member, 1988 - Present • Admitted to the U.S
  • Tax Court, Member, 1997 - Present • Farrah Law Society, Member • University of Alabama Law School Alumni Association, Member • American Bar Association, Past Member • Mobile Bar Association, Member • Fee Dispute Committee, Mobile Bar Association, Past Member • Lawyer Referral Committee, Mobile Bar Association, Member • Committee on Legal Education and Admission to the Bar, Alabama State Bar, Past Member • Lawyer Referral Committee, Alabama State Bar, Past Member • Solo and Small Firm Committee, Alabama State Bar, Past Member • Professional Economics Committee, Alabama State Bar, Past Member • Mobile Tax Lawyers Association, Past Member • Graduate of FBI Academy Course for Attorneys representing law enforcement agencies, FBI Academy, Quantico, VA., 1984 - Present • Legal Officer Section of the International Association of Chief's of Police, Past Member • American Association for Justice, Past Member • National Employment Lawyers Association, Past Member Past Employment Positions • Mobile Police Department, Police Attorney, 1978 - 1989 • Private Practice, Attorney, 1980 - Present Fraternities/Sororities • Sigma Nu • Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity Professional Membership and Associations • Member, University of Alabama Alumni • Member, Mobile Chapter, University of Alabama Alumni Association • Member, Million Dollar Band Association • Life Member, University of South Alabama Alumni Association • Past Member, Board of Directors, University of South Alabama Alumni Association • Past Member, Red Elephant Club (University of Alabama Booster Association) • Past member by Presidential Appointment as Member of Local Draft Board, United States Selective Service
  • served as Chairman several years • Past Member, Board of Directors, Ballet Mobile, Inc. • Past Member, Exchange Club of Mobile • Past Director, Exchange Club of Mobile • Past President, Exchange Club of Mobile • Past District Director, Alabama District Exchange Clubs • Past State Chairman, Exchange Club Youth Programs • Past Convention Co-Chairman, Alabama District Exchange Clubs • Past Vice-President, Alabama District Exchange Clubs • Past President, Alabama District Exchange Clubs • Past Chairman, Law Enforcement Recognition Committee, Exchange Club of Mobile • Past Member, National Committee on Jurisprudence and Laws, the National Exchange Club • Past Secretary Treasurer, Exchange Club of Mobile • Past Member, Port City Jaycees • Member, Springhill Baptist Church • Past Cubmaster, Pack 147, Cub Scouts • Past Troop Committee Chairman, Troop 147, Boy Scouts of America • Past Assistant Scoutmaster, Troop 147, Boy Scouts of America • Past Scoutmaster, Troop 147, Boy Scouts of America • Past Troop Committee member, BSA Troop 147 • Past Member Board of Directors, Cornerstone, Inc. • Mobile POPS Band member and Clarinet Section Leader • Past Mobile POPS Band President • Murphy Band Boosters, Second Vice President, 1990 - 1991 • Murphy Band Boosters, First Vice President, 1991 - 1992 • Murphy Band Boosters, President, 1992 - 1994 • Murphy Alumni Association- Treasurer, 1996 - 1997 • Murphy Alumni Association, President, 1997 - 1999 • Murphy Alumni Association, Board Member, 2000 - 2009 • Murphy Alumni Association, Vice President, 2009 - 2010

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Stephen McNair's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Michael Stephen McNair is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Alabama →

Probate

Michael Stephen McNair is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Alabama →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Michael Stephen McNair is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Alabama →

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.

Michael Stephen McNair is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Mobile 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 Stephen McNair

Where is Michael Stephen McNair's law office located?
Michael Stephen McNair's law practice is located in Mobile, Alabama. The firm is Michael Mcnair Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Stephen McNair handle?
Michael Stephen McNair focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Michael Stephen McNair practiced law?
Michael Stephen McNair has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Michael Stephen McNair go to law school?
Michael Stephen McNair earned their education at (J.D. Law, 1978); (B.S. Finance, 1975).
How can I contact Michael Stephen McNair for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Stephen McNair 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 Michael Stephen McNair received?
Michael Stephen McNair's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Law
The University of Alabama School of Law
- 1978
B.S. Finance
The University of South Alabama
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1997

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