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The Merrell Law Firm, LLCAttorney
Mr. James M. Illston
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Mr. James M. Illston

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5113 Cyrus Circle, Hoover, AL 35242

Family Law, Wills, Contracts and 3 more

About Mr. James M. Illston

Originally from New Zealand, Mr. Illston obtained his master’s degree in history before attending law school at Georgia State. While in school he was a member of the moot court board and participated as both a competitor and a coach in the American Intellectual Property Law Association’s Moot Court Competition. Since he moved to Birmingham, Mr. Illston has worked as a contract attorney and has volunteered extensively with the Birmingham Bar’s Volunteer Lawyers Program, assisting clients with a range of legal issues. He was recognized as the 2016 Pro Bono attorney of the year by the Birmingham Bar. While working at the Merrell Law Firm Mr. Illston has assisted clients in many areas, primarily involving divorces, child custody and support, wills, and business-related contractual cases. His interests include rugby, medieval history, astronomy, and spending time with his family.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Family Law
  • Contracts
  • Criminal Law
  • Immigration
  • Taxation
  • Other 1
    • Wills

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Attorney
    Firm Name
    The Merrell Law Firm, LLC

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2014, Alabama
    2013, Georgia
    Memberships
    Alabama State Bar, Member State Bar of Georgia, Member Birmingham Bar Association, Family Law Committee co-chair American Bar Association, Member
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Georgia State University College of Law
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Canterbury
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Hobbies & Interests
    Birmingham Bar’s Volunteer Lawyers Program

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    Mr. James M. Illston was admitted in 2013 to the State of Georgia.
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    Mr. James M. Illston attended Georgia State University College of Law.

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