Julie Potts, Business Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama
4 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Litigation
AssociateatRumberger Kirk And Caldwell Professional Association
Birmingham, AL
Practicing business in Birmingham since 2022.
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Julie Potts is an associate based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Julie has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rumberger Kirk And Caldwell Professional Association.
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- Birmingham, AL
- Experience
- 4 years
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- Business · General · Litigation
- Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from Birmingham, AL.
- 4 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Julie Potts: Julie Potts is an associate based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Julie has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rumberger Kirk And Caldwell Professional Association.
Areas of practice
Julie's practice areas in Birmingham
Julie concentrates on business, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Julie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Litigation
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Business cases in Birmingham, Alabama
Julie takes business matters in Birmingham, 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 Julie agrees to represent you.
General cases in Birmingham, Alabama
Julie takes general matters in Birmingham, 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 Julie agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Birmingham, Alabama
Julie takes litigation matters in Birmingham, 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 Julie agrees to represent you.
Biography
Julie Potts, business attorney serving Birmingham
Julie Potts is an associate based in Birmingham, AL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Julie has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rumberger Kirk And Caldwell Professional Association. Julie works from Birmingham, Alabama and takes on business matters across the region.
Julie Potts focuses her practice in the areas of casualty and commercial litigation. She represents clients in matters including breach of contract, property damage claims and premises liability.
Julie participated in the firm’s 2021 Summer Associate Program.
Community
•Rotaract Club of Birmingham
•YWCA Junior Board
•Tau Delta Chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi, Birmingham-Southern College, Advisor
•Living River Camp & Conference Center, Board Member
Articles & Presentations
•Co-author, 'Supreme Court Sides with Alabama Plaintiffs Caught in “Catch-22”, June 2025
•Co-author 'FINRA Reminds Financial Firms How AI Use Poses Significant Risks,' Bloomberg Law, December 2024
•Co-author, 'Why Unclaimed Property Matters,' Business Alabama, November 2024
•Co-author, 'How to Steer Clear of Employee Retention Credit Fraud,' Orlando Business Journal, September 2024
•Author, 'IRS Continues Auditing Employee Retention Credit Claims for Fraud, Offers Protection for At-Risk Small Businesses,' Daily Business Review, May 2024
•Author, 'Protecting Your Business From Widespread ERC Scams,' Business Alabama, December 2023
•Co-author, 'Protecting Attorney-Client Privilege and Attorney Work-Product During Internal Investigations,' Business Alabama, December 16, 2022
Julie's News and Insights
06.04.2025
Employment and Labor
Supreme Court Sides with Alabama Plaintiffs Caught in “Catch-22”
In Williams v. Reed, 145 S. Ct. 465 (2025), the...
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12.16.2024
Securities and Financial Services
FINRA Reminds Financial Firms How AI Use Poses Significant Risks
These days, artificial intelligence is everywhere we look, and the...
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11.26.2024
Commercial Litigation
Why Unclaimed Property Matters
State unclaimed property audits are becoming more frequent. Is your...
Photo: Shutterstock.com/SeDmi
09.25.2024
Commercial Litigation
How to Steer Clear of Employee Retention Credit Fraud
This article was published on September 25, 2024 on The...
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05.14.2024
Commercial Litigation
IRS Continues Auditing Employee Retention Credit Claims for Fraud, Offers Protection for At-Risk Small Businesses
Over the past year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has...
03.04.2024
Beyond the Bio
Exceptional Flavor: RumbergerKirk’s Chili Stands Out at the Exceptional Foundation’s 20th Annual Chili Cook-Off
Scott Williams’ classic chili recipe earns a semi-finalist showing at...
12.14.2023
Commercial Litigation
Protecting Your Business From Widespread ERC Scams
Misinformation and widespread scams have created pitfalls for businesses regarding...
Photo credit: Shutterstock.com/Vitalii Vodolazskyi
03.06.2023
Beyond the Bio
RumbergerKirk’s Cookin’ Counselors Serve Up Chili for a Great Cause
Huge crowds returned for this annual favorite event in Birmingham...
12.20.2022
Commercial Litigation
Protecting Attorney-Client Privilege and Attorney Work-Product During Internal Investigations
Suppose your company suspects an employee broke the law, perhaps...
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Julie's approach to business cases
Julie Potts focuses her practice in the areas of casualty and commercial litigation. She represents clients in matters including breach of contract, property damage claims and premises liability. Julie participated in the firm’s 2021 Summer Associate Program. Community •Rotaract Club of Birmingham •YWCA Junior Board •Tau Delta Chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi, Birmingham-Southern College, Advisor…
Clients Julie works with
Julie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and litigation matters in Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Julie studied and practices
University of Alabama School of Law
J.D. Alabama · 2022
Birmingham-Southern College
B.S. Chemistry · 2018
Jurisdictions
Julie's state bar admissions
Alabama
2022 · ACTIVE
Julie studied at J.D. Alabama in University of Alabama School of Law and B.S. Chemistry in Birmingham-Southern College.
Law school and academic background
Julie completed J.D. Alabama in University of Alabama School of Law and B.S. Chemistry in Birmingham-Southern College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Julie runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Julie's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional •Birmingham Bar Association •Women Lawyers Section •Young Lawyers Section
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Locations
Julie Potts's office in Birmingham
Julie's primary office is at Renasant Place, Suite 1300, 2001 Park Place North, Birmingham, AL, 35203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Rumberger Kirk And Caldwell Professional Association
Renasant Place, Suite 1300, 2001 Park Place North
Birmingham, AL 35203
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How to hire Julie Potts — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Julie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Julie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Julie'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; Julie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Birmingham, Alabama
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Julie
Julie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Julie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Julie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Julie Potts
How much does it cost to hire Julie for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Julie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Julie offer a free consultation?
Julie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Julie's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Julie's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Alabama typically take?
Simple business 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. Julie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Julie take my case if I'm outside Birmingham?
Julie 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 — Julie 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 Julie?
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. Julie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Julie accepting new business clients right now?
Julie'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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