Anne Lamkin Durward Elected American Academy Of Matrimonial Lawyers Foundation President For 2019-2021

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Massey, Stotser & Nichols, PC, is pleased to announce that Anne Lamkin Durward, a Senior Partner at the firm, has been made President-elect for the term of office for 2019-2021 for the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Foundation. The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Foundation is a charitable organization that provides grants […]

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Common Misconceptions About Prenuptial Agreements

The time after you get engaged to be married is exciting. You are planning a wedding and preparing to spend a lifetime with the person you love. A part of this preparation for marriage should be considering whether you should have a prenuptial agreement (“prenup”). A prenup is a legal document signed by both spouses […]

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Best Lawyers 2020 Awards for Three MSN Attorneys

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Massey, Stotser & Nichols, PC, is proud to announce that three of its attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 26th edition of The Best Lawyers in America. The attorneys honored are Senior Partners Anne Lamkin Durward, Randy Nichols, and Partner Jim Kee. Anne and Randy were nominated […]

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A Guide to Real Estate Closings in Alabama

Purchasing a home, or another type of real estate, is an exciting time in one’s life. The decision to invest in real property is likely to be the biggest that person will make in their lifetime. They have spent copious amounts of time researching properties, visiting properties, and making the decision of which piece of […]

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Massey, Stotser & Nichols Attorneys Named Mid-South Super Lawyers

Massey, Stotser & Nichols, PC, a law firm based in Birmingham, AL, is proud to announce that four of their attorneys have been selected for inclusion as Mid-South Super Lawyers. The attorneys honored are Randy Nichols, Anne Lamkin Durward and Jim Kee, as well as Spenser Templeton, who was named as a 2019 Mid-South Rising […]

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Massey, Stotser & Nichols, PC Merges With Kee Law Firm and Expands Practice

The full-service Birmingham law firm has acquired another local firm in order to offer a wider range of legal services for individuals, businesses and governmental organizations. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –  Massey Stotser & Nichols, PC announces that it has combined with local Birmingham firm Kee Law Firm, LLC to expand legal services for its clients. The […]

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Randy Nichols Presents Oral Argument To Alabama Court Of Appeals

A Massey, Stotser & Nichols, PC (MSN) partner, Randy Nichols, recently had the honor of presenting an oral argument to the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals. Nichols handles a multitude of appellate matters every year, but it is quite rare for the Appellate Court to request that the lawyers travel to Montgomery to present arguments. […]

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The Basics of Premises Liability

Every land or property owner owes a duty of care to visitors of the property to protect them from injuries, or not do anything to contribute to the potential chance of injury. The level of care depends on the type of visitor in question. In Alabama, there are three different categories visitors to land or […]

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Tips to Make Buying a Home Easier

Purchasing a home is an exciting time in one’s life. Whether it is a starter home for you and your new spouse to begin your lives together, a home for your family to grow in, or a home that you have worked hard to afford and enjoy your life in, buying a home brings about […]

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Alabama Alternative Dispute Resolution

Not every legal issue results in a trial or court room proceeding. In fact, a majority of legal issues are settled outside of the courtroom. There are many different types of alternative dispute resolution in Alabama. One such alternative dispute resolution is mediation. Mediation is a process in which both sides of a dispute come […]

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The Discovery Process During Divorce

Divorces can be messy. From dividing assets, coming to a custody arrangement, and generally coming to terms with a new chapter in your, life divorce can have unexpected twists and turns. Depending on the situation, some soon to be ex-couples can come to an amicable settlement and end things on a positive note. However, when […]

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Four MSN Attorneys Named B-Metro’s Top Lawyers In Birmingham

Birmingham, AL based Massey, Stotser & Nichols, PC (MSN) are delighted to announce that four of their attorneys have been chosen for 2019 Top Flight Attorneys in B-Metro Magazine. B-Metro, one of the area’s leading business magazines, only selects the top lawyers in the Birmingham area for inclusion in their prestigious list, which they publish […]

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Announcing a Realtor-Only Web Event Thursday, April 4, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Webinar: How the Economic Outlook Affects My Buyers and Sellers As a Realtor, your clients expect you to be an expert on all matters related to real estate. Sometimes that may include topics that are outside your comfort zone. Interest rates, consumer confidence, stock market […]

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The Role of a Guardian Ad Litem in Alabama

When children are involved in divorce, things can get complicated quickly. On top of figuring out how assets will be divided, parents are tasked with agreeing on a parenting plan that is in the best interest of the children. In a perfect world, parents would not be selfish or overly confrontational in deciding custody, but […]

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Reasons to Consider a Prenuptial Agreement

Marriage is the legal union of two individuals. Ideally, marriage lasts forever. Two people are so in love that they never want to be apart. Unfortunately, not every marriage lasts forever. This is where a prenuptial agreement (“prenup”) comes into consideration. A prenuptial agreement is an agreement between the soon to be spouses about how […]

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Common Misconceptions About Buying a Home

Buying a home, whether it is your first home or your fifth, is an exciting time. You might be turning to friends and family for advice and guidance during this process. While friends and family can speak to their own experience and may have some excellent advice, it is important to keep an open mind […]

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Best Interest of the Child

Just recently, the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals decided a case called Pamela Hubbard v James C. Hubbard. It was a family law case that addressed the ability of a mother to move out of Alabama with the children. In this case, the father filed for divorce in 2013. During the divorce action, the mother […]

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