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141 public reviews and 42 written reviews.
Most recent written review from Kristy Bankhead: Mar 13, 2026 (190 days ago)
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Most recent written review from Kristy Bankhead: Mar 13, 2026 (190 days ago)
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I greatly appreciate the kindness shown to me by Deborah Rutherford. Thank you so much!!!
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I had questions and this firm answered them immediately and were extremely helpful after my dad passed. Would highly recommend
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Rebecca answered the phone promptly and was friendly, professional, and helpful!
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Melanie, thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re glad to hear that Rebecca was prompt, friendly, and helpful when you called. Our team at Southern Estate Lawyers works hard to provide professional and welcoming service from the very first conversation. We truly appreciate your feedback!<br>
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Jewel provided fantastic customer service! She was professional, knowledgeable, courteous, patient and very helpful in assisting me in my needs.
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Debra, thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear that Jewel provided such professional, knowledgeable, and courteous service. Our team at Southern Estate Lawyers strives to make every client feel supported and well-informed throughout the estate planning process, and we’re happy to know Jewel was able to assist you so well. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.<br>
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Jewel was very pleasant to speak with, she assisted with getting me set up with my trust!! Absolutely amazing!!
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Terra, thank you for the great review! We’re so glad to hear that Jewel was pleasant to work with and helped get you set up with your trust. Our team at Southern Estate Lawyers strives to make the estate planning process smooth and straightforward, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
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Debbie is very quick and efficient. She also explained things in lay terms and not lawyer jargon. Thank you Debbie!!
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Nicki, thank you for the kind review! We’re so glad to hear that Debbie was quick, efficient, and able to explain everything in clear, easy-to-understand terms. Making sure our clients feel informed and comfortable throughout the process is very important to us. We truly appreciate your feedback and thank you for trusting Southern Estate Lawyers!
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The efficient services provided by Ms. Deborah Rutherford and her staff have proved invaluable to our urgent situation. The professionalism and kindness bestowed to us in our time of need is most sincerely appreciated and will never be forgotten. The advice and answers afforded created a thoughtful caring experience that reflects on Ms. Rutherford nothing but the highest esteem and regard for her compassion and insight. Thank you so very much Debbie from the Foley office! I cannot leave a review without mentioning the kind greeting and scheduling services of Jewell Seales from the Birmingham office. She was able to accommodate us quickly and advised us appropriately. It's so important to have someone on the frontlines that can handle delicate situations. Shout out to Jewell! Your friends, Beth and Gayle from Foley
Owner response
Elizabeth, Beth, and Gayle — your review truly means so much to us. Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful words.<br><br>Deborah Rutherford is deeply committed to serving families with both skill and compassion, especially during urgent and sensitive situations. Knowing that you felt supported, cared for, and guided with clarity in your time of need is exactly what we strive for at Southern Estate Lawyers. Debbie and her Foley team will be incredibly touched by your kind message.<br><br>And thank you for recognizing Jewell as well. First impressions matter, especially when families are navigating delicate estate matters. We’re so proud to have someone like Jewell in our Birmingham office who handles each call with warmth, professionalism, and genuine care.<br><br>It was truly an honor to assist you both. We are grateful for your trust and friendship — and we are always here if you ever need anything in the future.
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Ryleigh was very professional, informative and sensitive to my situation giving me confidence in their organization
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Hi Vickie,<br><br>Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.<br><br>We’re so glad to hear that Ryleigh was professional, informative, and sensitive to your situation. Estate matters can be very personal, and it’s important to us that every client feels heard, supported, and confident moving forward.<br><br>Your kind words mean a great deal to our team at Southern Estate Lawyers. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
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She was very helpful and thorough. Thank you Rebecca.
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Johnette, thank you so much for your kind review — we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.<br><br>Rebecca takes great care in being thorough and making sure every question is answered clearly, so we’re glad to hear you found her helpful. Thank you again for contacting Southern Estate Lawyers. If you ever need anything in the future, we’re here to help.
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I highly recommend Southern Estate Lawyers for family and estate planning. They explain everything and are very helpful
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Kirk, thank you so much for your recommendation — it truly means a great deal to us.<br><br>We believe estate planning should feel clear and manageable, not overwhelming, so we’re glad to hear that everything was explained in a way that was helpful and easy to understand. Helping families plan with confidence and peace of mind is at the heart of what we do.<br><br>Thank you again for choosing Southern Estate Lawyers. We’re always here if you or your family need anything in the future.
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Very helpful and down to earth staff. Rebecca was awesome would defiantly reccommend. Thank you all for your help and fast response.
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Logan, thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation — we truly appreciate it.<br><br>We’re so glad you found our team helpful and down to earth. Rebecca works hard to make sure every client feels comfortable and well-informed, and we’re happy to hear that came through in your experience. Providing clear guidance and timely responses is very important to us, especially when families are making important estate planning decisions.<br><br>Thank you again for choosing Southern Estate Lawyers. We’re always here if you need anything in the future.
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I called and spoke with someone from intake and they were very helpful and answered all my questions.
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We’re glad to hear that our intake team was helpful and able to answer your questions. At Southern Estate Lawyers, we strive to make the process as clear and supportive as possible from the very first call. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if we can assist you further.
Most recent written review from Kristy Bankhead: Mar 13, 2026 (190 days ago)
Mentioned in 30 reviews, with an average 5.0-star rating when clients talk about this theme.
Mentioned in 18 reviews, with an average 5.0-star rating when clients talk about this theme.
Mentioned in 12 reviews, with an average 5.0-star rating when clients talk about this theme.
The newest written review in this dataset is from Mar 13, 2026 (190 days ago). Compare that recency with the other firms you are considering.
I greatly appreciate the kindness shown to me by Deborah Rutherford. Thank you so much!!!
I had questions and this firm answered them immediately and were extremely helpful after my dad passed. Would highly recommend
Rebecca answered the phone promptly and was friendly, professional, and helpful!