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Mr. C. Blake West

Mr. C. Blake West

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Experience: 34 years
Language(s): English

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Main Office

1701 Main Ave SW
Suite 5
Cullman, AL 35055

Office Hours

Monday - Friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Other Locations

C. Blake West, Estate Planning Attorney
Cullman Office
412 4th Avenue SW Ste 270
Cullman, AL 35055
Telephone: 256-798-0320

C. Blake West, Estate Planning Attorney

About C. Blake

Finding experienced legal representation in North Alabama is easy - just call Attorney C. Blake West. He will meet your needs for Estate Planning, Elder Care, and Medicaid Nursing Home applications. He knows that legal matters can cause your family stress and hardship due to their complexity. Trust the C. Blake West to make the process easy and stress- free.

A special focus on family law:

Our focused experience with families relating to nursing home admissions and Medicaid approvals will give you peace of mind.  We solely work with legal concerns of an aging population and their families. Don't struggle to figure out complex Medicaid issues on your own. Let us cut through the legalese and endless small print of programs for you.

Monthly classes:

We offer monthly classes to help regular people like you understand the ins and outs of family law. Attorney C. Blake West is here to answer your questions and concerns about family law.

Please contact me for an initial consultation.

Experience

Vertical Estate Planning

2015-2026

Cullman, AL

Assistant Attorney General

Office Of The Attorney General

2008 - 2014

State of Alabama

Attorney

Cabiness, Johnston, Gardner, Dumas & O'Neal

1988 - 1993

Admission

Verified Alabama

1992

Education

Birmingham School of Law

J.D.

1992

Recognitions & Achievements

Associations
  • Cullman County Bar Association President
    2014 - 2015
  • Cullman County Bar Association Vice President
    2013
  • Cullman City Schools Foundation President
    2008 - Present
  • Relay For Life Past Chairman
    2005 - 2008
  • Alabama State Bar Member
    1992 - Present
Honors / Awards
  • Volunteer of the Year American Cancer Society
    2008
  • National Heart of Relay honorable mention American Cancer Society
    2008
  • American Cancer Society Volunteer of the Year
    2007
  • National Heart of Relay honorable mention American Cancer Society
    2007
  • National Heart of Relay winner American Cancer Society
    2006
  • Volunteer of the Year American Cancer Society
    2006
  • All American Relay American Cancer Society
    2005

Notable Work

Publications

Speaking engagements:


Continuing Education Elder Law Basics        

2013


Continuing Education Elder Law Basics        

2012

Questions & Answers

Please describe a case in the last year or two where you made a big difference.

We were able to assist a lady get her husband qualified for Medicaid in the nursing home while assisting her in buying a new home and keeping all the money they had saved.

How did you build a successful practice?

We work hard to assist our clients. We try hard to return all calls and answer emails within 24 hours.

What should clients look for in a lawyer?

Experience and expertise in the area help is needed.

How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?

We practice all around the state and are familiar with the probate courts in virtually every county.

What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?

An initial phone conference can identify your situation, what you need and when you can get assistance.

What information do you need in a free phone consultation?

A general description of the issue. Names of those involved. If probate, dates of death and address.

What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?

We do elder law. We do it every day, all day.

What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?

Meeting new people and helping them through tough spots.

What are your other interests in addition to law?

Watching my son play sports, some wood working and travel.

Are you involved in your community?

I am on the local DHR board, on the Flourish board. Flourish assists children and young adults with special needs.

C. Blake West, Estate Planning Attorney Highlights

Estate, Estate Planning, Wills & Probate, Trusts, Elder Law

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