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General Practice Lawyers in Jacksonville, AL: 2026 rankings

71 general practice lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Jacksonville: LaPlante Faulkner Wilson Murphy & Clay, LLC, LFR Score 70/100; 4.8★ from 179 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 3

    Most-reviewed: Jay Dunn Attorney at Law, 259 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 71 ranked; ranked #3.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

71 Jacksonville general practice lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 2 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 71 rated law firms.

Top 10 general practice lawyers in Jacksonville at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 general practice lawyers in Jacksonville at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1LaPlante Faulkner Wilson Murphy & Clay, LLC704.8★ (179)Anniston, 11 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Shelnutt and Varner Law Firm664.9★ (181)Gadsden, 20 mi away——
3Jay Dunn Attorney at Law665.0★ (259)Gadsden, 14 mi away—Most reviews
4Jared Vaughn, Attorney at Law644.9★ (216)Gadsden, 19 mi away——
5Broome William H634.6★ (39)Anniston, 11 mi away——
6Douglas H Mooneyham LLC624.5★ (33)Anniston, 11 mi away——
7Christopher P. Word, Attorney at Law614.4★ (212)Gadsden, 19 mi away——
8The Law Offices at Ten Oaks, PC614.1★ (31)Jacksonville——
9Stubbs Sills & Frye PC614.5★ (20)Anniston, 14 mi away——
10Ghee Douglas M604.3★ (44)Anniston, 11 mi away——

All 71 general practice lawyers in Jacksonville, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Based in Gadsden, 14 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 259 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 259 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4979 Green Valley Rd, Southside, AL 35907
  2. Based in Gadsden, 19 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 216 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 216 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    612 S 4th St, Gadsden, AL 35901
  3. Based in Anniston, 11 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 39 Google reviews
    Address
    The Parks Broome Building, 1110 Wilmer Ave, Anniston, AL 36201
  4. Based in Anniston, 11 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews
    Address
    425 E 10th St B, Anniston, AL 36207
  5. Based in Anniston, 14 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 20 Google reviews
    Address
    1724 S Quintard Ave, Anniston, AL 36201
  6. Based in Anniston, 11 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1030 Noble St, Anniston, AL 36201
  7. Based in Anniston, 19 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General practice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3803 Co Rd 24, Delta, AL 36258
  8. Based in Gadsden, 20 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 67 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 67 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    808 Chestnut St, Gadsden, AL 35901
  9. 59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 86 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 86 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    945 Chestnut St, Gadsden, AL 35901
  10. Based in Gadsden, 20 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 142 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 142 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    807 Chestnut St, Gadsden, AL 35901
  11. Based in Oxford, 14 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    403 Choccolocco St, Oxford, AL 36203
  12. Based in Gadsden, 20 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 56 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    924 3rd Ave, Gadsden, AL 35901
  13. Based in Gadsden, 20 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 49 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    413 Broad St, Gadsden, AL 35901
  14. Based in Gadsden, 20 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    816 Chestnut St, Gadsden, AL 35901
  15. Based in Anniston, 12 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    314 12th St, Anniston, AL 36207
  16. Based in Anniston, 11 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1215 Noble St, Anniston, AL 36201
  17. Based in Anniston, 11 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1300 Noble St, Anniston, AL 36201

General practice lawyers ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 71 ranked general practice lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

general practice lawyers in Jacksonville, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Steven R. Morris, Attorney At Law584.0★ (9)15 mi
27Jeff Montgomery, Attorney at Law584.4★ (40)19 mi
28Shannon L. Millican, Attorney at Law584.7★ (30)20 mi
29Cobb Le Roy Alan585.0★ (3)11 mi
30Alexander Laura Ghee583.9★ (21)11 mi
31Allison J. Miller, Attorney at Law LLC574.7★ (16)15 mi
32Robinson Law Firm LLC573.9★ (20)11 mi
33Ken Robertson, Attorney at Law574.4★ (38)20 mi
34Jayme Amberson, Attorney at Law574.7★ (14)11 mi
35The Hardegree Law Firm573.5★ (6)12 mi
36Jonathan M. Welch, Attorney at Law574.8★ (19)18 mi
37Kirkpatrick Amos L573.0★ (4)11 mi
38J. E. Whittington, Esq574.2★ (12)11 mi
39Jason C. Odom, LLC574.9★ (9)11 mi
40Clay William S572.2★ (6)11 mi
41Rhea Law574.4★ (30)20 mi
42Wendy Draper Attorney573.7★ (3)12 mi
43Norton John W573.3★ (3)11 mi
44The Coggin Firm. LLC574.5★ (26)20 mi
45Jacob Millican Law LLC574.3★ (35)20 mi
46Douglas H Mooneyham LLC573.7★ (3)12 mi
47Pitts & Zanaty LLC573.4★ (14)11 mi
48Philip E. Miles, Attorney at Law574.3★ (26)20 mi
49W. Taylor Stewart571.6★ (7)12 mi
50Frank W Bailey, Attorney at Law564.7★ (17)20 mi

Also serving Jacksonville

20 more general practice lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked general practice lawyers serving Jacksonville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Adrienne LaBudde Attorney at Law5.0★ (1)11 mi
Albert Christopher5.0★ (1)12 mi
Brooks Melody S5.0★ (1)11 mi
Carlee Robert D5.0★ (1)15 mi
Cobb Courville Bethany11 mi
Copland Law LLC5.0★ (1)12 mi
Crow Allen5.0★ (1)11 mi
Dwight Rice5.0★ (1)14 mi
Ghee Alexander Wendy5.0★ (1)12 mi
Hardegee Law Firm5.0★ (1)11 mi
Hubbard & Knight5.0★ (1)11 mi
Laura Phillips, Attorney at Law, LLC5.0★ (1)11 mi
Law Office of Lauren Ledbetter Freeman, LLC3.0★ (2)11 mi
Madilyn B. Turner Law, Inc.5.0★ (1)In Jacksonville
Moses Law Firm LLC5.0★ (2)11 mi
Snyder Eric N5.0★ (1)11 mi
Steven R. Morris, Attorney at Law4.5★ (2)In Jacksonville
The Law Office of Timothy C. Harris, LLC11 mi
Waller3.0★ (1)16 mi
Young Thomas H5.0★ (2)In Jacksonville

How we ranked Jacksonville general practice lawyers

We scored 71 Jacksonville general practice lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Jacksonville data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a general practice lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many general legal matters matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter, and whether it would refer it elsewhere.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a general practice lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • How often do you handle matters like mine?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

General practice lawyers in Jacksonville: frequently asked questions

Which general practice lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Jacksonville?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked general practice lawyer in Jacksonville, AL is LaPlante Faulkner Wilson Murphy & Clay, LLC with an LFR Score of 70/100. It has 4.8★ from 179 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Shelnutt and Varner Law Firm (#2) and Jay Dunn Attorney at Law (#3) follow. We ranked 71 general practice lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many general practice lawyers are there in Jacksonville?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 71 general practice lawyers serving Jacksonville, AL. 2 of them are based in Jacksonville; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which general practice lawyers in Jacksonville are open 24/7?

1 ranked general practice lawyer in Jacksonville posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is LaPlante Faulkner Wilson Murphy & Clay, LLC (#1). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which general practice lawyers in Jacksonville work on weekends?

2 of 71 ranked general practice lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is LaPlante Faulkner Wilson Murphy & Clay, LLC (#1). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Jacksonville general practice lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 71 rated general practice lawyers in Jacksonville is 4.4★, with a median of 18 reviews. Jay Dunn Attorney at Law has the most, 259 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank general practice lawyers?

Each general practice lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do general practice lawyers outside Jacksonville count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Jacksonville city center, our service radius for general practice lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can general practice lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do general practice lawyers in Jacksonville, AL charge?

General practice lawyers usually charge flat fees for routine work such as simple wills or closings and hourly rates for disputes. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

When is a general practice lawyer a good fit?

For common matters such as wills, home purchases, small business contracts or minor disputes, especially in smaller cities. For complex cases, ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of general practice lawyers in Jacksonville, AL ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Jacksonville?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Jacksonville

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 71 general practice lawyers serving Jacksonville.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.