Michael Law Firm

📢 Job Opportunity: Part-Time Receptionist at Michael Law Firm📢

Are you organized, friendly, and looking for a part-time role in a professional environment? Our law office is seeking a dedicated Receptionist to join our team!

Position: Part-Time Receptionist
Location: 451 North Pine St., Florence, AL 35630

🔹 Responsibilities:

• Greet clients and visitors with a warm and welcoming attitude
• Answer and direct phone calls in a professional manner
• Manage appointment scheduling and maintain the office calendar
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries
• Assist with basic office tasks, including filing, data entry, and organizing documents

🔹 Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to multi-task and handle a fast-paced work environment
• Prior experience in a receptionist or administrative role is a plus

Why Join Us?

• Friendly and supportive work environment
• Flexible hours
• Opportunity to gain experience in a legal setting

Interested candidates should send their resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected]

💼 Join our team and be the welcoming face of our law office!

I had the incredible privilege of spending Law Day with a bright and imaginative group of kindergartners. Their enthusiasm and curiosity about the world around them was truly inspiring! We talked about rules, rights, and how lawyers help people. It's amazing to see such young minds already thinking about fairness and justice. Thank you to Mrs. Julie Cleveland, Mrs. Jessica Davis, Mrs. Hope Roberson, Mrs. Jennifer Williams, and their students for a wonderful visit. Thanks to the Alabama State Bar for organizing this wonderful event. This was a lot of fun and I look forward to the opportunity to do it again.

Here's to the next generation of thinkers and leaders who are already showing so much potential at Lexington Elementary School!

Considering a Contract for Deed to purchase your home? Here's why you might want to think twice.

A Contract for Deed might seem like a straightforward way to buy a home without a traditional mortgage, but it's crucial to understand the risks involved. Unlike conventional home buying, where you gain a deed and ownership rights immediately upon closing, a Contract for Deed only gives you a deed after most or all of the payments are made, potentially years down the line. The deed remains in the possession of the seller.

Here are a few reasons why this might not be your best option:

1. Lack of Equity Protection. If you miss payments, not only could you be evicted, but you might also lose all the money you've already invested. Unlike with a mortgage, there's little to no protection for the equity you build up over time. If you decide to buy another house, you have no equity built up to use as a down payment on a home purchase.

2. Hidden Liabilities. You could be inheriting the seller's debt problems without knowing it. If the seller has liens against the property or falls into bankruptcy, your right to the property could be jeopardized.

3. Less Legal Oversight. Contracts for Deed are less regulated than traditional mortgages, which means less oversight and fewer protections for you as the buyer.

4. Interest Rates. Contracts for deeds often have extremely high interest rates.

Always consult with an attorney before entering into any agreement. Protecting your interests should be your top priority when buying a home.

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Have legal questions? Michael Law Firm is here to help.

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Don’t miss this chance to have your legal questions addressed by an attorney. Your question could be the focus of our next article!

I am an advocate for those injured due to others' negligence. Today, I want to share a more personal side of my story.

A few years ago, before I began practicing law, I was involved in an accident that turned my world upside down. I faced some of the same challenges many of you have met – dealing with physical pain, emotional stress, and the overwhelming process of seeking justice and fair compensation.

This experience deepened my understanding of what you go through. It's not just about legal battles; it's about reclaiming your life after an unexpected turn of events. I've been there, and I know how tough it can be when your life is disrupted by even a minor accident.

That's why my commitment to each of you is more than professional; it's personal. I strive to be not just your attorney, but your advocate, your guide, and your support through these challenging times.

Remember, you're not alone on this journey. Call (256) 284-7471 to schedule a strategy session to discuss your case and map out a plan for recovering all the compensation you are due.

Michaelfirm.com | 451 North Pine St., Florence, AL 35630

No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

Injured in an accident? Attorney Justin Michael, of Michael Law Firm, doesn't just aim for a quick settlement; he fights to secure the compensation you truly deserve. This can include coverage for pain and suffering, medical expenses, property damage, lost income, and even future costs resulting from your injuries.

Personal injury clients don't pay unless he wins your case. It's that simple. You can focus on healing, while he and his team handle everything else.

Call (256) 284-7471 to schedule a strategy session to discuss your case and map out a plan for recovering all the compensation you are due.

Michaelfirm.com | 451 North Pine St., Florence, AL 35630 | Michael Law Firm

No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

Michael Law Firm Serving Personal Injury and Workers Compensation clients

My client received $245,000 in total compensation for injuries sustained while at work. My client received a $147,500 lump-sum payment and we were able to guarantee future medical care for two injuries: one recent, and one from years ago. The medical payments were placed into special accounts are called "Medicare Set Asides."

If you or someone you know suffer an accident or injury on the job, call (256) 284-7471 to see how I can help you.

Logo Contest Winner, Other category: Amber Brevard, Florence, AL

Logo Contest winner for the College category: Allie Karthaus, UNA

Congratulations to the winners of the Logo Contest!

College: Allie Karthaus, UNA
Other: Amber Brevard, Florence, AL

The winning entries will be posted individually.

Thank you to everyone who participated and took the time to submit artwork. Thank you to Butcher and James Bobo for helping make this possible!

Thank you, Addison Willmon and WHNT 19!
https://whnt.com/news/shoals/florence-attorney-hosting-logo-design-competition/

Florence attorney hosting logo design competition A lawyer in Florence is hosting a contest for local artists to design logos for the city.

Check out WHNT 19 at 6:00 tonight. Thank you, Addison Willmon, for covering the Logo Competition!

Here are the rules. Please share. Entry form will be uploaded here today. Good luck!

**Link to Download Rules and Entry Form** https://www.dropbox.com/s/dzv88301pjebxye/RulesAndEntryForm.pdf?dl=1

Could a UNA or Florence Art student do better than the F! logo? Let's find out with a friendly competition! I have several friends that graduated UNA's Department of Visual Arts and Design, and I know the talent that is available there.

Stay posted for details about a graphic design competition for designing a logo for Florence. This will not be associated with the city, but there will be money (and bragging rights) for the winners of two categories: Florence High School Students (and graduates since May 2021 without enrolling in college) and UNA Students (and graduates since May, 2021).

Update 1: Thank you for co-sponsoring, Midtowne Butcher !

Update 2: We have three judges that are internationally renowned for their design expertise. We will also open a third category for citizens of Lauderdale and Colbert Counties (AL).

Update 3: Here is a link to download the Rules and Entry form: https://www.dropbox.com/s/dzv88301pjebxye/RulesAndEntryForm.pdf?dl=1

Update 4: Thank you to James Bobo for sponsoring the contest and making the third category possible!

The week following an arrest for DUI is critical for preventing an automatic administrative suspension of a driver's license.

If you or someone you gets charged with DUI, call 256-284-7471 to schedule a priority appointment.

Michael Law Firm Serving Personal Injury and Workers Compensation clients

Think you had a bad breakup?

A man sued his ex-fiancé for keeping (and selling) the $32,000 engagement ring he gave her after they decided to end their relationship before marrying. (Hattaway v. Coulter).

The suit was based on unjust enrichment. That is when someone holds money or something of value that in good conscience belongs to someone else, or if it is obtained through mistake or fraud.

The Alabama Court of Civil Appeals held that an engagement ring is a conditional gift, and if the condition of marriage is not met, the gift must be returned. Unjust enrichment applies in this case because the man’s fiancé claimed she threw it away in the intracoastal waterway in an attempt to hide that she sold it.

The office tonight is lit with blue lights as a symbol of our respect and appreciation for Sgt. Nick Risner, and his service to the community. Billy E. Risner, you and your family are in our prayers.

A family with young children approached Michael Law Firm after they received an eviction notice and were sued by their landlord for possession of the property and thousands of dollars in future rent. Not only did I successfully defend the family against the eviction and save them thousands in damages for allegedly violating a lease, my clients won a money judgment against the landlord for multiple violations of Alabama's Landlord & Tenant Act contained in the lease they sought to enforce.

Is your lease in compliance with Alabama Law? (256) 284-7471. https://michaelfirm.com/

(The Alabama State Bar requires the following disclaimer in lawyer advertising: No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.)

If you have not noticed already, police departments and ALEA have officers all over enforcing traffic laws. Buckle up, be safe, and call (256) 284-7471 if you get stopped and need help in court.

Michael Law Firm updated their business hours.

Michael Law Firm updated their phone number.

Michael Law Firm updated their address.

This is needed. I have seen a lot of people struggling to pay rent because of Covid. While the federal moratorium helps renters, this should help landlords who often have to pay for the mortgages on their rental properties when their tenants are unable to pay.

https://www.ahfa.com/renters/emergency-rental-assistance-alabama

Emergency Rental Assistance Alabama | Alabama Housing Finance Authority On February 12, 2021, Governor Kay Ivey authorized AHFA to implement the State’s new COVID-19 emergency rental assistance program. Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Alabama is funded entirely by a $263 million congressional grant under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (the “Act”). I...

.05 blood alcohol content DUI?

Yes. There is a common misconception that a person’s blood alcohol needs to be above .08 for a charge of DUI. Code of AL § 32-5A-191:

(a) A person shall not drive or be in actual physical control of any vehicle while:

(1) There is 0.08 percent or more by weight of alcohol in his or her blood;

(2) Under the influence of alcohol;
..(There are 3 more but they are beyond the scope of this post.)

So, regardless of a person’s BAC, if the officer believes they are under the influence to a point where they cannot operate a vehicle, they can be charged and convicted of DUI in Alabama.

Imagine a person smells of alcohol during a traffic stop and the officer asks them to step out of the vehicle and they stumble on the way out because of nerves, an injury, or some other reason. During the field sobriety tests, there is a lot of noise and they misunderstand the instructions. The officer can arrest them and charge them with DUI under AL § 32-5A-191(a)2 regardless of what they blow on the breathalyzer.

If you or someone you know has been arrested and charged, do not fight it alone. An attorney is essential in protecting your rights. Contact Michael Law Firm at (256) 284-7471.

No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

Thankful to live in America and for all that sacrificed for us to be here today. We are blessed.

Have a happy Thanksgiving!