William Vann Burkett
Hodges Trial Lawyers P.C.
I was born in Huntsville, Alabama and grew up working in and around my parents’ local small business. I graduated from Randolph School (13’) where I was a member of the inaugural football team. I also played on the golf team and trumpet in the school band. After graduation, I attended Auburn University. I graduated cum laude in 2017 with a Batchelor of Science degree in Business Administration.
From there, I attended Cumberland School of Law in Birmingham, Alabama. During my time at Cumberland, I served as a Junior Editor for the Cumberland Law Review and on the board as the Online Research Editor. I authored an article on Alabama property law and eminent domain titled: “Southern Takings: Alabama Eminent Domain, Inverse Condemnation, and Regulatory Takings” 50 Cumb. L. Rev. 211 (2020). I received seven best paper awards including: Contracts I & II, Constitutional Law I, Property, State Constitutional Law, State and Local Taxation, and Advanced Evidence. I was also fortunate to serve on the Honor Court and as an Academic Support Mentor. At Cumberland, I had the opportunity to study under one Federal Circuit Judge, two Federal Magistrate Judges, and a Municipal Court Judge. I graduated magna cum laude from Cumberland School of Law in 2020.
My wife Alessandra and I were happy to return to Huntsville after I finished law school. We have made our home here and she is working in outside sales for United Rentals, Inc.
I handle personal injury, property, and civil litigation matters. Whether it is a contract, injury case, or real estate dispute; Hodges Trial Lawyers is prepared to guide you through the legal process. I enjoy hearing the life stories of our diverse clients and working hard to achieve their objectives. Being raised around a small business, I understand what it takes to get the job done.
When not practicing law, I enjoy spending time outdoors, working on my old Jeep, and playing golf
- Real Estate Law
- Commercial Real Estate, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Construction Law
- Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Liens, Construction Litigation
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
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Contingent Fees
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- Alabama
- Alabama State Bar Association
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- English: Spoken, Written
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- Hodges Trial Lawyers P.C.
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- Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
- J.D. (2020) | Law
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- Publications: “Southern Takings: Alabama Eminent Domain, Inverse Condemnation, and Regulatory Takings” 50 Cumb. L. Rev. 211 (2020).
- Honors: Graduated magna cum laude Best paper awards: Contracts I & II, Constitutional Law I, Property, State Constitutional Law, State and Local Taxation, and Advanced Evidence.
- Activities: Law Review Executive Board Member Treasurer of Christian Legal Society
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- Auburn University
- B.S. (2017) | Business Administration
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- Honors: Cum Laude
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- Alabama State Bar # 3010F63Y
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- Activities: Practicing Attorney seeking justice for each and every client.
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- American Association for Justice
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- Activities: Dedicated member seeking justice of his clients.
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- Evaluating Sale for Division Cases, Hodges Trial Lawyers, P.C. Toy Drive CLE, Athens-Limestone Public Library
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- Firm Website
- Q. What can I do when a landlord asks for sex and touches me?
- A: Based on the facts that you are reporting, your landlord may be acting in violation of criminal statutes. Further, his conduct may give rise to several civil claims for assault, battery, or other torts. You should contact a local personal injury attorney to review your case and discuss your legal options which should include a discussion about reporting this conduct to the authorities.
- Q. We have signed a lease in the state of alabama for a townhouse that is newly built.
- A: Without reviewing the lease and the relevant documents it is impossible to give a complete answer. Generally, the buyer of a rental property will be subject to any valid leases signed before the transaction took place. This is dependent on the text of the relevant documents. You should contact a lawyer local to the property in question to review the documents and advise you as to your legal rights.
- Q. If you inherit land that is currently on a farm lease(when parent was alive) is said lease valid when deed is in kids na
- A: Typically when land is transferred the new owner will take the land subject to the terms of an active lease. This is dependent upon the actual terms of the lease as there may be contingencies for the farming tenant. You should contact a local attorney to review the relevant documents, advise you of your legal rights, and recommend a strategy to achieve your goals.
