Dewey Edward Starnes III, Employment Attorney in Huntsville, Alabama
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Litigation, and Personal Injury
Huntsville, AL
Practicing employment in Huntsville since 1982.
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Dewey Edward Starnes III is an attorney based in Huntsville, AL. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Dewey has over 44 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Huntsville, AL
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Employment, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Huntsville, AL.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Dewey Edward Starnes III: Dewey Edward Starnes III is an attorney based in Huntsville, AL. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Dewey has over 44 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Dewey's practice areas in Huntsville
Dewey concentrates on employment, litigation, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dewey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Employment cases in Huntsville, Alabama
Dewey takes employment matters in Huntsville, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dewey agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Huntsville, Alabama
Dewey takes litigation matters in Huntsville, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dewey agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Huntsville, Alabama
Dewey takes personal injury matters in Huntsville, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dewey agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Huntsville, Alabama
Dewey takes workers comp matters in Huntsville, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dewey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Dewey Edward Starnes III, employment attorney serving Huntsville
Dewey Edward Starnes III is an attorney based in Huntsville, AL. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Dewey has over 44 years of legal experience. Dewey works from Huntsville, Alabama and takes on employment matters across the region.
Mr. Dewey Edward Starnes III is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, workers compensation, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Dewey received a degree from University of Alabama School of Law, and has been licensed for 44 years. Dewey practices in Huntsville, AL.
Working with Dewey on a employment matter
Mr. Dewey Edward Starnes III is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, workers compensation, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Dewey received a degree from University of Alabama School of Law, and has been licensed for 44 years. Dewey practices in Huntsville, AL.
Who Dewey represents
Dewey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and personal injury matters in Huntsville and the surrounding Alabama area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Dewey studied and practices
University of Alabama School of Law
JD · 1982
University of Alabama School of Law
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Jurisdictions
Dewey's state bar admissions
Alabama
1982 · ACTIVE
Dewey studied at JD in University of Alabama School of Law and — in University of Alabama School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Dewey completed JD in University of Alabama School of Law and — in University of Alabama School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dewey runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Dewey Edward Starnes III's office in Huntsville
Dewey's primary office is at Suite 102, Huntsville, AL, 35805. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Dewey Edward Starnes III — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dewey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dewey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dewey's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dewey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Huntsville, Alabama
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dewey
Dewey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dewey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dewey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dewey Edward Starnes III
How much does it cost to hire Dewey for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dewey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dewey offer a free consultation?
Dewey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dewey's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Dewey's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Alabama typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dewey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dewey take my case if I'm outside Huntsville?
Dewey is licensed in Alabama. Matters governed by Alabama law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dewey will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Dewey?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dewey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dewey accepting new employment clients right now?
Dewey's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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