Law Offices of Sidney C. Summey - Birmingham, AL
Probate & Estate Administration Lawyers in Birmingham, AL
Suite 219 2112 11th Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35205
Birmingham Probate & Estate Administration Law Firm
Updated: 03/03/2026
Areas of Practice
- Probate & Estate Administration
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Law Offices of Sidney C. Summey
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Hired Law firm 2016-2017I hired Mr Sumney 5 years ago to help me determine the amount of my special needs trust as I was afraid my brothers, the trustees would let it run out without alerting me. Unfortunately 4 years ago in July my utilities were cut off and I was evicted. I was homeless and even lost my emotional support dog, Romeo. The reason I had a special needs trust was due to my depression and suicidal tendencies. I made mr Sumney aware of this. It was of no surprise I ended up in a medically induced coma as the result of a suicide attempt. My brother, Brandon told me that Mr Sumney should have alerted me about the trust finances before I was literally homeless. I have reached out to Mr Sumney but I assume his lack of response is due to the fact I have no money left This happened 4 years ago this month. It has taken me that long to get on my feet. I write this in the hopes that disabled individuals aren’t treated this way by Mr Sumney in the future.
Contact
Suite 219
2112 11th Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35205
Phone: (205) 326-4149
Fax: (205) 326-2316
Website: http://www.summeylaw.com
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