Robert H. Pettey

Robert H. Pettey brings extensive legal experience across multiple practice areas, including real estate, banking, estate planning, probate, business transactions, eminent domain, and collections. His work reflects a steady commitment to guiding clients through important legal matters with clarity, helping individuals and businesses manage both routine and complex legal needs.

Robert built his academic foundation through a series of well-regarded degrees. He earned a B.S. from the University of Alabama in 1970. He later obtained a J.D. from the University of Alabama in 1973. He continued his education by completing an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Florida in 1977.

Robert has been admitted to the Alabama State Bar since 1973 and later to the Georgia State Bar in 2009. His involvement with the American Bar Association and Lee County Bar Association shows his active participation in the legal field, including serving in leadership roles that reflect his dedication to the profession.

Robert has contributed to the legal community through roles such as serving on the Board of Editors for the Alabama Law Review from 1972 to 1973. He has also been a member of groups like Omicron Delta Kappa, Bench and Bar, and Farrah Law Society, reflecting his early academic and professional engagement.

Robert has also taken part in community and leadership activities beyond legal practice. He served as President of the Lee County Bar Association and later as President of the Opelika Chamber of Commerce. His involvement with the Opelika Kiwanis Club highlights his continued connection to community service.

Robert is known for assisting clients with matters that require careful planning and strong legal understanding. His work in areas such as estate planning, real estate, and business transactions has helped clients make informed decisions and protect their interests over time.

Robert H. Pettey continues to apply his legal knowledge and experience to support clients in achieving practical outcomes. Robert remains focused on delivering steady legal guidance while helping individuals and businesses handle important legal responsibilities with confidence.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Samford & Denson, LLP
• Member, Alabama State Bar Association
• President, Lee County Bar Association, 1988-1989
• Member, Georgia State Bar
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Alabama Civil Law Notary
• President, Opelika Chamber of Commerce, 2005-2006

Licensed State

• Alabama
• Georgia

Education

• University of Florida
  Master of Law (LLM)
• University of Alabama
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Alabama
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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