
Kenneth Jay Shinbaum, Business Attorney in Montgomery, Alabama
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Car Accidents, and Civil Rights · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior PartneratMcphillips Shinbaum Llp
Montgomery, AL
Practicing business in Montgomery since 1977.
- 49+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kenneth Jay Shinbaum is a senior partner based in Montgomery, AL. The practice focuses on Business, Car Accidents, and Civil Rights. Kenneth has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mcphillips Shinbaum Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Montgomery, AL
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Business · Car Accidents · Civil Rights
- Handles Business, Car Accidents, and Civil Rights matters from Montgomery, AL.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Kenneth Jay Shinbaum: Kenneth Jay Shinbaum is a senior partner based in Montgomery, AL. The practice focuses on Business, Car Accidents, and Civil Rights. Kenneth has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mcphillips Shinbaum Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kenneth Jay Shinbaum
Kenneth concentrates on business, car accidents, civil rights, criminal defense, and employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Business cases in Montgomery, Alabama
Kenneth takes business matters in Montgomery, 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Car Accidents cases in Montgomery, Alabama
Kenneth takes car accidents matters in Montgomery, 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Montgomery, Alabama
Kenneth takes civil rights matters in Montgomery, 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Montgomery, Alabama
Kenneth takes criminal defense matters in Montgomery, 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Montgomery, Alabama
Kenneth takes employment matters in Montgomery, 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kenneth Jay Shinbaum — Over 49 years of Alabama business experience
Kenneth Jay Shinbaum is a senior partner based in Montgomery, AL. The practice focuses on Business, Car Accidents, and Civil Rights. Kenneth has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mcphillips Shinbaum Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Kenneth Jay Shinbaum is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, constitutional law, personal injury and 6 other areas of law. Kenneth received a B.S. degree from Tulane University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years. Kenneth practices at McPhillips Shinbaum, LLP in Montgomery, AL.
Working with Kenneth on a business matter
Mr. Kenneth Jay Shinbaum is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, constitutional law, personal injury and 6 other areas of law. Kenneth received a B.S. degree from Tulane University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years. Kenneth practices at McPhillips Shinbaum, LLP in Montgomery, AL.
Who Kenneth represents
Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, car accidents, and civil rights matters in Montgomery and the surrounding Alabama area.
Credentials
Kenneth Jay Shinbaum's legal education and bar admissions
University of Alabama
J.D. LL.M. · 1987
Tulane University
B.S. University · 1974
Jurisdictions
Kenneth's state bar admissions
Alabama
1977 · ACTIVE
Kenneth studied at J.D. LL.M. in University of Alabama and B.S. University in Tulane University.
Law school and academic background
Kenneth completed J.D. LL.M. in University of Alabama and B.S. University in Tulane University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Kenneth Jay Shinbaum
Kenneth has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Kenneth's professional memberships and bar associations
Montgomery County Bar Association Alabama State Bar Alabama Trial Lawyers Association Montgomery County Trial Lawyers Association
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Locations
Kenneth Jay Shinbaum's office in Montgomery
Kenneth's primary office is at 516 S. Perry Street, Montgomery, AL, 36104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Kenneth Jay Shinbaum — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Kenneth. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Montgomery.
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How to hire Kenneth Jay Shinbaum — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kenneth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kenneth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth'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; Kenneth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Montgomery, 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 Kenneth
Kenneth 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. Kenneth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kenneth'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 Kenneth Jay Shinbaum
How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kenneth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kenneth offer a free consultation?
Kenneth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth'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. Kenneth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kenneth take my case if I'm outside Montgomery?
Kenneth 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 — Kenneth 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 Kenneth?
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. Kenneth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kenneth accepting new business clients right now?
Kenneth'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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