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John George Scherf IV

John George Scherf IV

Let The "Bulldog" Fight For You!
  • Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Divorce ...
  • Alabama
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EXPERIENCE COUNTS! Criminal Defense including DUI/DWI Defense, Drug & Marijuana Cases, Divorces/Custody/Child Support & Personal Injury. Mr. Scherf has been selected as one of the “Top One Percent” of attorneys in the United States and one of Alabama’s “Top Trial Lawyers”. He has handled cases in almost every county in the state and served as the lead litigator for multiple law firms including Scherf, Griffin & Davis; Scherf, Davis & Gedgoudas; and Scherf Law Firm.

Mr. Scherf earned his undergraduate degree at the University of West Florida, where he received a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology with a Minor in Criminal Justice in 1987. He went to law school at the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, where he graduated with a Juris Doctorate of Law (J.D.) in 1991.

Selected as one of the Nation’s “Top One Percent” of attorneys for 2017-2024 by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel (NADC). Specifically, less than 1% of practicing attorneys in the United States are members of the “Nation’s Top Attorneys”. The roster of NADC members truly includes the leading legends of the legal profession. Recently selected by (YAIOA) as one of the "Top 10 Best Trial Lawyers in Alabama" for 2020-2024. Membership includes the most exceptional and seasoned trial lawyers in the State of Alabama. Nominated one of the “10 Best Attorneys” in Alabama for 2016-2024 by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA). Nominated one of the “10 Best Attorneys” in Alabama for 2016-2024 by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys (AIOCLA). The National Trial Lawyers Association (NTL) selected Mr. Scherf as one of the elite “Top 100” for 2017-2023 and recently the "Top 30" for 2024. Mr. Scherf was also recently nominated by "Super Lawyers" which is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition. (334) 208-7857 or scherflawfirm@gmail.com

Education
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
J.D. (1991) | Law
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Professional Experience
Senior Trial Attorney and Litigator.
Scherf Law Firm, L.L.C.
Current
Speaking Engagements
Scherf Family History, Andalusia Star News, Andalusia, Alabama (Springdale)
Covington Historical Society
Speaking Engagement.
Certifications
United States District Court of the Southern District
United States District Court of the Southern District
United States District Court of the Middle District
United States District Court of the Middle District
United States District Court of the Northern District
United States District Court of the Northern District
Awards
"Top 100" Trial Lawyers for 2023
The National Trial Lawyers (NTL)
"Top 100" Trial Lawyers for 2022
The National Trial Lawyers
Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
Mr. Scherf was also recently nominated by "Super Lawyers" which is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Only the top 5% of attorneys nationwide are selected for this honor!
"Top 100" Trial Lawyers for 2019
The National Trial Lawyers
"Top 100" Criminal Defense Lawyers"
American Society of Legal Advocates
"Top 100" Trial Lawyers for 2017
The National Trial Lawyers
"America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigator's" for 2017
America's Top 100
"Top One Percent" of Attorneys Nationwide
National Association of Distinguished Counsel
"Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers"
American Society of Legal Advocates
"10 Best Attorneys in Alabama"
American Institute of Criminial Law Attorneys
"10 Best Attorneys in Alabama"
American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
"Top 100" Trial Lawyers for 2016
The National Trial Lawyers
Selected by The National Trial Lawyers Association (NTL) as one of the "Top 100 Trial Lawyers" for 2016. Each of the distinguished Top 100 members possesses the knowledge, skill, experience and success held by only the best and finest lawyers in America.
Alabama's Top Lawyers
The Legal Network
"10 Best Attorneys in Alabama"
American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
Alabama's Top Lawyers
The Legal Network
Alabama's Top Lawyers
The Legal Network
Professional Associations
The National Trial Lawyers
"Top 100" Trial Lawyers for 2022
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Nation's Top Attorneys
America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigator's
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National Association of DIstinguished Counsel
Top One Percent
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Activities: Member
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American Society of Legal Advocates
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Alabama for 2017.
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Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
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National College of DUI Defense (NCDD)
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The National Trial Lawyers (NTL)
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
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American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
"10 Best" for 2015
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Alabama State Bar
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Alabama Association for Justice
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Cumberland Trial Advocacy Board
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The National Trial Lawyers (NTL)
Top 100 Trial Lawyers for 2019
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Alabama
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Free consultation in all Personal Injury, Social Security Disability & Worker's Compensation cases.
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    We accept all major Credit Cards and PayPal.
  • Contingent Fees
Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Social Security Disability
Workers' Compensation
Additional Practice Area
  • Custody & Child Support
Languages
  • English
Websites & Blogs
Website
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Contact & Map
Scherf Law Firm, L.L.C.
P.O. Box 1067
Andalusia, AL 36420
Telephone: (334) 208-7857
Fax: (850) 203-1484
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed