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Jeffery J. Hartley, Bankruptcy Attorney in Mobile, Alabama

focused on Bankruptcy and Litigation

Mobile, AL

Trusted bankruptcy attorney serving Mobile.

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Jeffery J. Hartley is an attorney based in Mobile, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Litigation.

Based in
Mobile, ALABAMA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Bankruptcy · Litigation
  • Handles Bankruptcy and Litigation matters from Mobile, ALABAMA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Mobile) (2024).

About Jeffery J. Hartley: Jeffery J. Hartley is an attorney based in Mobile, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Jeffery J. Hartley

Jeffery concentrates on bankruptcy and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffery handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Bankruptcy cases in Mobile, Alabama

Jeffery takes bankruptcy matters in Mobile, 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 Jeffery agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Mobile, Alabama

Jeffery takes litigation matters in Mobile, 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 Jeffery agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Jeffery J. Hartley — Attorney of Alabama bankruptcy experience

Jeffery J. Hartley is an attorney based in Mobile, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Litigation.

Jeffery has a multi-disciplined practice. He has been actively involved in virtually every type and aspect of bankruptcy, reorganization, workout, corporate divorce, creditor’s rights and insolvency litigation for almost thirty years. His practice regularly includes advising clients in matters of financial restructuring, loan compliance, commercial transactions, workouts and complex business problems. In addition, Jeffery regularly represents public officials, agencies, non-profits and candidates in matters of governance, crisis management, compliance and ethics. For the last twenty-plus years Jeffery has served as a court-appointed mediator in all manner of contested, complex and high-stakes disputes.

How Jeffery handles bankruptcy matters

Jeffery has a multi-disciplined practice. He has been actively involved in virtually every type and aspect of bankruptcy, reorganization, workout, corporate divorce, creditor’s rights and insolvency litigation for almost thirty years. His practice regularly includes advising clients in matters of financial restructuring, loan compliance, commercial transactions, workouts and complex business…

Who Jeffery represents

Jeffery reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy and litigation matters in Mobile and the surrounding Alabama area.

Credentials

Jeffery J. Hartley's legal education and bar admissions

  • The University of Alabama

    J.D. · 1990

  • Spring Hill College

    BS · 1987

Jurisdictions

Jeffery's state bar admissions

  • Alabama, Alabama Sta

    ACTIVE

Jeffery studied at J.D. in The University of Alabama and BS in Spring Hill College.

Law school and academic background

Jeffery completed J.D. in The University of Alabama and BS in Spring Hill College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffery runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Jeffery J. Hartley

Jeffery has received 21 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Mobile)

    2024

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Mobile)

    2023

  • Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Mobile)

    2022

  • Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Mobile)

    2020

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Mobile)

    2019

  • Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Mobile)

    2018

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Mobile)

    2017

  • Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Mobile)

    2016

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Mobile)

    2015

  • Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Mobile)

    2013

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Mobile)

    2012

  • Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Chapter 12

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Creditors' Rights

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Debtors' Rights

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trustee Representation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Workouts and Restructurings

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Mobile) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Mobile) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Mobile) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Mobile) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Mobile) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Mobile) (2018).

Locations

Jeffery J. Hartley's office in Mobile

Jeffery's primary office is at 150 Government Street, Mobile, Alabama, 36652. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

150 Government Street

Mobile, Alabama 36652

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jeffery J. Hartley — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffery usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jeffery charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffery'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; Jeffery will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Mobile, Alabama

A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy 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 Jeffery

Jeffery discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every bankruptcy 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. Jeffery confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jeffery's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Jeffery J. Hartley

  • How much does it cost to hire Jeffery for a bankruptcy case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffery walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jeffery offer a free consultation?

    Jeffery charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffery's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffery's current terms during booking.

  • How long do bankruptcy cases in Alabama typically take?

    Simple bankruptcy 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. Jeffery gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jeffery take my case if I'm outside Mobile?

    Jeffery 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 — Jeffery 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 Jeffery?

    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. Jeffery will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jeffery accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?

    Jeffery'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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