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Services
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We are a full service law firm, specializing in representing individuals and small businesses in Court. Here are some of the services we provide:
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"The class action is one of the few legal remedies the small claimant has against those that command the status quo." -- Justice William O. Douglas.
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Class Actions and Consumer Fraud
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We have represented class members in nation-wide class actions against credit card companies, credit repair organizations, mortgage companies and others. Our Attorneys are interested in talking to you about consumer scams and fraud as well as product recalls and questionable business practices.
Class actions are cases where one or more individuals bring a lawsuit on behalf of a whole group of people who have been injuried, defrauded or taken advantage of by the same company or the same practice in the same way. Unfortunately, many companies and a lot of scam artists have decided that if you rip-off a lot of people just a little bit or if you cut corners around the law just a little bit, they can get awy with it.
If you receive a notice that you are part of a class action, then don't just throw the papers away. You may have valuable rights that are effected. You may be entitled to participate in a settlement. You may even need to object to the settlement. If you receive such a notice and want us to review it with you, then give us a call!
For a list of some of the class actions that we are curently involved in, click here.
For Information on the ICR Class Action Settlement, click here.
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Civil litigation can be complex and involve many legal issues..
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Personal Injury Litigation
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Most personal injury cases are handled on a contingent basis where you owe us no fee unless we collect for you!
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Remember, you have the right to remain silent.
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Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense
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Whether it's a DUI, a misdemeanor or a felony, the attorneys at the Law Offices of James D. Smith have the experience and resources to represent individuals charged with crimes.
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Family Court does not have to be an intimidating experience.
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Extensive experience
Family Law
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Name Change
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Enforcement of Orders
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Paternity Cases
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Child Custody
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Spousal and Child Support
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Legal Separation
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Alternative Dispute Methods are sometimes advisable.
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Mediation Services
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James D. Smith is a certified Civil Mediator and we can provide mediation services as an alternative method of resolving your disputes.
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Representative Clients
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We represent both individuals and corporations. Some of our clients include:
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Alabama Mental Health Credit Union
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Tuscaloosa Teachers Credit Union
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Tuscaloosa News Credit Union
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Capstone Title Services, Inc.
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Country Club Apartments
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Alabama Mobile Home and Camper Service, Inc.
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Battle Enterprises
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Chris Gordon Productions, LLC
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Fundamentals, LLC
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Attorney's Fees
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There are several different types of fee arrangements, including hourly flat fees and contingent fees.
• Hourly fees are calculated by multiplying the amount of hours an attorney works on your case by the Alabama attorney's hourly rate.
• Contingent fees are fees that allow the attorney to receive a certain agreed-upon percentage of any judgment amounts you receive.
• A fixed rate places a set price for the services an Alabama lawyer will provide you with.
• Attorney fees are usually calculated without including court costs and filing fees that are usually paid upfront by the client.
• Always ask potential lawyers in Alabama to explain their fees and billing practices prior to engaging their services.
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There are several different types of fee arrangements, including hourly flat fees and contingent fees.
• Hourly fees are calculated by multiplying the amount of hours an attorney works on your case by the Alabama attorney's hourly rate.
• Contingent fees are fees that allow the attorney to receive a certain agreed-upon percentage of any judgment amounts you receive.
• A fixed rate places a set price for the services an Alabama lawyer will provide you with.
• Attorney fees are usually calculated without including court costs and filing fees that are usually paid upfront by the client.
• Always ask potential lawyers to explain their fees and billing practices prior to engaging their services.
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