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New Beginnings Family Law, PCManaging Partner
Amber Yerkey James
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Amber Yerkey James

4.8
42 reviews

2204 Whitesburg Drive, Suite 200, Huntsville, AL 35801

Family Law, Divorce, Property Division and 21 more

About Amber Yerkey James

Amber Yerkey James practices family law in Madison County, Alabama and Morgan County, Alabama particularly in the Huntsville and Decatur areas of North Alabama. With her practice being solely focused on family law, Ms. James assists clients with divorce, paternity, child custody, child support, dependency, surrogacy, adoption, terminations of parental rights, grandparent visitation, fathers' rights, appeals, alimony, prenuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements, wills and estates, and real estate and property division matters. As the parent of an autistic child herself, Ms. James brings a great deal of compassion and understanding to matters involving children with special needs.

Lifelong Learner and Compassionate Pro Bono Advocate

Ms. James distinguishes herself by attending nearly 24 hours of continuing legal education seminars annually, concentrating primarily on upcoming or emerging family law issues. With a staff that practices strict adherence to ethical standards, Ms. James has achieved a status as one of the preeminent family law practitioners in Northern Alabama. New Beginnings is proud to serve as one of the few law firms in Alabama servicing the needs of families enduring Alternative Reproductive Technology (ART).

Ms. James participates in the Alabama Volunteer Lawyer Program as a pro bono attorney, agreeing to take at least two cases per year. She also serves on the American Bar Association's Congressional Relations Committee, Child Custody Committee, and Assisted Reproductive Technology Committees, and participates in the General and Small Practice Division. In addition to her work as a prominent Huntsville family lawyer, she is a featured adjunct professor at the Birmingham School of Law.

Professional Associations & Memberships

• Alabama State Bar
bull; American Bar Association
bull; Morgan County Bar Association
bull; Madison County Bar Association

 

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Champion Badge Platinum

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Amber Yerkey James got this award in 2021

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Family Law
Posted by stephen
October 21, 2022
Hired Attorney Amber Yerkey James

I highly recommend and endorse this attorney as being one of the finest individuals and professionals that a client could ever have. Attorney Stephen Rue

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
January 23, 2019
Hired Attorney Amber Yerkey James

She and her group are amazing!

Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
March 14, 2018
Hired Attorney Amber Yerkey James

I have known Amber James for almost 2 years as she worked tirelessly on my case. She was always upfront about what to expect and very prompt in returning email,calls and texts. I am extremely satisfied with her service and abilities. I would not hesitate to call her again should I ever need a family law attorney.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
February 08, 2018
Hired Attorney Amber Yerkey James

Amber James and her law firm were absolutely wonderful during one of the most difficult times of my life. Highly recommend Amber James and her firm.

Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
October 10, 2017
Hired Attorney Amber Yerkey James

Amber and her staff were so understanding when I would call the office to discuss our case. When my stepdaughter was moved to another state without our knowledge, Amber jumped into action. She left her sons cotillion practice and immediately drafted emergency documents. She is a rockstar in the courtroom. This is her calling.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
August 02, 2017
Hired Attorney Amber Yerkey James
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
February 10, 2017
Hired Attorney Amber Yerkey James

Amber and her team fought hard to protect my daughter and to make sure her best interests were protected during our custody and child support modification. They are advocates for father's rights. They became friends and family. I would recommend their office to anyone in a family matter situation.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
March 11, 2015
Hired Attorney Amber Yerkey James

Although I didn't meet with Ms. James, instead Kris Sexton, but her firm seems outstanding and very professional.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
March 08, 2018
Hired Attorney Amber Yerkey James

The staff at New Beginnings Family Law was instrumental in seeing me through the most difficult time of my life. I’m very satisfied with the outcome of my case, and felt very supported by Ruby and her co-workers. I was so happy with their work, that I recommended a family member to them, and they have jumped right in to help with that situation. I highly recommend them to anyone searching for a law firm specializing in family law.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
July 22, 2012
Hired Attorney Amber Yerkey James

Amber is very professional both inside and outside the courtroom. Any alternative actions are explained with the pros and cons of each along with her personal recommendation. Given my emotional confusion, this helped tremendously.{para}She is very knowledgeable with respect to judicial proceedings and always answered my questions concerning what to expect in clear terms. I was educated on what to expect and was never surprised at what would be asked by other attorneys or the judge.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 4
    • Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
    • Paternity
  • Criminal Law 1
    • Juvenile Law
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution 1
    • Mediation
  • Other 17
    • Property Division
    • Special Needs Child Custody & Support
    • Dependency
    • Co-Parenting Issues
    • Alimony
    • Prenuptial Agreements
    • Post-Nuptial Agreements
    • Appeals
    • Post-Judgment Modification
    • Protection from Abuse
    • Modifications
    • Contempt Actions
    • Adoption
    • Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Law
    • Surrogacy
    • Guardian Ad Litem
    • Collaborative Law

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2006, Alabama
    2006, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
    2009, U.S. Supreme Court
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Birmingham School of Law
    J.D.
    Mock Trial Team

    Birmingham School of Law
    J.D.
    2006 Sigma Delta Kappa

    Birmingham School of Law
    J.D.
    with honors
    Other Education
    University of Alabama
    Golden Key Honor Society

    University of Alabama
    Most Outstanding Music Student

    University of Alabama
    Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society

    University of Alabama
    B.A. in Music

    University of Alabama
    1998 Marching Band

    University of Alabama
    Wind Ensemble

    University of Alabama
    Blazer Band

    University of Alabama
    Choir

    University of Alabama
    Class of 2000
    Masters of Business Administration
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1976
    Appleton, Wisconsin, 1976

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    Amber Yerkey James was admitted in 2006 to the State of Alabama.
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    Amber Yerkey James is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama and United States Supreme Court.
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    New Beginnings Family Law, PC has 4 attorneys at this location.
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    Amber Yerkey James attended Birmingham School of Law.
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    New Beginnings Family Law, PC was established in 2009.

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