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Scherf Law Firm, L.L.C.Founder
Mr. John George Scherf IV
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Mr. John George Scherf IV

4.7
31 reviews

1000 E. Three Notch Street, Andalusia, AL 36420

Personal Injury, Trucking Accidents, Dog Bites and 22 more

About Mr. John George Scherf IV

John G. Scherf, IV earned his nickname the "Bulldog" due to his tenacity in the courtroom and has been selected as one of the "Top One Percent" of attorneys in the United States and one of Alabama's "Top Ten Trial Lawyers". We have office locations in Andalusia, AL covering South Alabama and Navarre, FL covering Northwest Florida to better serve your legal needs.

Mr. Scherf earned his undergraduate degree at the University of West Florida, where he received a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology with a Minor in Criminal Justice in 1987 . He went to law school at the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, where he graduated with a Juris Doctorate of Law (J.D.) in 1991. John "Bulldog" Scherf has over (33) years of experience in Auto Accidents, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Family Law, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability and Worker’s Compensation. Mr. Scherf is licensed with the Alabama State Bar and all Federal US District Courts in Alabama. Social Security Disability in both AL & FL.

Selected as one of the Nation's "Top One Percent" of attorneys for 2017-2025 by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel (NADC). Specifically, less than 1% of practicing attorneys in the United States are members of the Nation’s Top Attorneys. The roster of NADC members truly includes the leading legends of the legal profession. Recently selected by (YAIOA) as one of the "Top 10 Best Lawyers in Alabama" for 2020-2025. Membership includes the most exceptional and seasoned trial lawyers in the State of Alabama. Nominated one of the "10 Best Attorneys" in Alabama for 2016-2025 by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA). Nominated one of the "10 Best Attorneys" in Alabama for 2016-2025 by the American Institute of Crimi nal Law Attorneys (AIOCLA). The National Trial Lawyers Association (NTL) selected Mr. Scherf as one of the elite "Top 100" Trial Lawyers" for 2017-2025. Each of the distinguished Top 100 members possesses the knowledge, skill, experience and success held by only the best and finest lawyers in America. The National Trial Lawyers Association (NTL) also selected Mr. Scherf as one of the "Top 30" divorce and family law attorneys in the State of Alabama for 2024-2025. John "Bulldog" Scherf was also recently nominated by "Super Lawyers" which is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a very high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Only the top 5% of attorneys nationwide are selected for this honor!

 

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Mr. John George Scherf IV got this award in 2021

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Family Law
Posted by Paula
April 16, 2024
Hired Attorney Mr. John George Scherf IV

Words cannot express how grateful I am for Mr. Scherf! Having to put trust in someone to fight for your family while you both live in another state is stressful and scary. Mr. Scherf did everything possible for our case and it was dismissed. Very pleased.

Child Custody
Posted by Jay
April 16, 2024
Hired Attorney Mr. John George Scherf IV

Very experienced attorney and won my child custody case. Great choice! He took on a case that other attorneys had turned down and when it came to trial he was fully prepared and we won! Could not have done better

Traffic Violations
Posted by Kelly
August 17, 2021
Hired Attorney Mr. John George Scherf IV

Mr. Scherf and his law firm were very knowledgeable on everything it was very rewarding knowing he was on my side.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
July 20, 2013
Hired Attorney Mr. John George Scherf IV

my experience could not have been better, in my opinion

Response from Mr. John George Scherf IV
Thank you! We will always be prepared and will always give 100% for our clients and their cases!
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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury 5
    • Trucking Accidents
    • Dog Bites
    • Wrongful Death
    • Automobile Accidents
    • Slip and Fall
  • Premises Liability
  • Social Security 1
    • Social Security Disability
  • Workers Compensation
  • Labor and Employment 1
    • Wrongful Termination
  • Criminal Law 2
    • DUI/DWI
    • Drug Crimes
  • Family Law 3
    • Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
  • Litigation 1
    • Civil Litigation
  • Civil Rights
  • Business Law 1
    • Business Litigation
  • Other 5
    • Criminal Defense
    • Drugs and Narcotics
    • Plaintiffs Personal Injury
    • Automobile Negligence
    • Automotive Litigation

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    Discover
    MasterCard
    Other - Cash
    Visa
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Founder
    Firm Name
    Scherf Law Firm, L.L.C.
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    LEHIGH PORTLAND CEMENT CO. V. YEAGER, 648 So.2d 602 (Ala. Civ. App. 1994)
  • Additional Links
    https://scherflawfirm.com/ https://www.scherflawfirm.com/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1992, Alabama
    U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
    U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama
    U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama
    Memberships
    Birmingham and Covington County Bar Associations
    Alabama State Bar
    Cumberland Trial Advocacy Board.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
    Class of 1991
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of West Florida
    Class of 1987
    B.A.
    Psychology
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1962
    Tuscaloosa, Alabama, October 12, 1962

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Founder at Scherf Law Firm, L.L.C.
4.7
31 reviews

1000 E. Three Notch StreetAndalusia, AL 36420U.S.A.

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  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Mr. John George Scherf, IV is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Middle District of Alabama, United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama and United States District Court for the Southern District of Alabama.
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    Yes, Mr. John George Scherf, IV has a 4.5 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Mr. John George Scherf, IV offers fixed fees for certain legal services.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Mr. John George Scherf, IV attended Cumberland School of Law of Samford University.

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