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Christopher Hugh Daniel
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 13 years of experience
(205) 328-1365
600 20th Street North, Suite 301
Land Title Building
Birmingham, AL 35203
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and Appeals
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
Chris is a lifelong resident of Birmingham. He graduated from Birmingham-Southern College in 2008 with a degree in English. During his time at Birmingham-Southern he was a member of Theta Chi Fraternity and earned the Robert Hewlin-Jackson Award for Scholastic Achievement.
Chris attended Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law and graduated in 2011. During his time at Cumberland, Chris was a Senior Member of the Trial Advocacy Board. During law school, Chris was honored as a member of the Dean’s List, won numerous Dispute Resolution competitions, and received multiple Scholar of Merit Awards for Scholastic Achievement. He was also named one...
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Mark Polson
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 51 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
University of Alabama, 1971, with honors. Samford Cumberland School of Law, 1974, top 15 %. Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, and Personal Injury trial lawyer practice. Top lawyer ratings with Martindale-Best Lawyers-Super Lawyers. Lawyer for 45 years. My practice areas: DUI and driving laws defense: Alabama DUI laws, felony DUI, DUI cost, DUI in Alabama, DUI pretrial diversion program, vehicular homicide, vehicular manslaughter, 1st offense DUI, hit and run, traffic homicide, impaired driving, implied consent, suspended driver license, lawyers near me, is a DUI a felony, driving under the influence, is a DUI a misdemeanor? , municipal court, traffic ticket,...
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Jay A. Stoves
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Birmingham School of Law
At The Stoves Law Firm, P.C., we are dedicated to delivering steadfast legal advocacy. Under the guidance of our experienced attorney, Jason A. Stoves, boasting over two decades of proficiency, we strive to offer tailored and impactful solutions spanning diverse practice areas such as DUI Defense, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, and Immigration Law.
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Joseph C. Kreps Sr
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Cumberland School of Law at Samford University
Kreps Law Firm, LLC practices DUI defense statewide including Jefferson County, Alabama.
Joseph C. Kreps is an Alabama DUI Defense Attorney focusing on DUI and traffic violation cases throughout the state. Mr. Kreps is a certified Standardized Field Sobriety Test Practitioner and Instructor per NHTSA/IACP guidelines. He is also a member of the National College for DUI Defense. To discuss your pending Jefferson County, Alabama DUI Drunk Driving charge, please call Kreps Law Firm, LLC at (866) 348-2889, or email us at dui@WinWithKreps.com . You can also visit our firm website at www.Alabama-DUI-Defense.com .
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Michael Moosavi Shabani
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Immigration
Birmingham School of Law(AL) and Birmingham School of Law
I am an attorney practicing US Immigration Law. I have dual nationality and a proud Iranian/American. Our goal is to provide the best advice a lawyer can provide at reasonable fee and always keep the client's best interests in mind. Our services extend to adoption, Family and Criminal Law as well as auto injury and workman compensation
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Frank Wilson Myers Sr
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
An Alabama attorney with over 35 years as a criminal justice practitioner with 17 years of courtroom trial experience. 12 years of international field experience in international Rule of Law (ROL) and Justice Sector development. In 2004, he began serving overseas. In Iraq as a member of US Department of State, and in Afghanistan at the US Embassy, he served as a senior policy adviser, strategic planner, ROL Team Leader, and manager. As a liaison with high level officials in government justice institutions, numerous civil society and professional associations, legal education institutions, and international organizations on justice related...
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Christ Nicholas Coumanis
Daphne, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Health Care and White Collar Crime
Tulane University School of Law
CHRIST (“Chris”) N. COUMANIS is a founding member of the law firm of Coumanis & York, P.C, which maintains a general litigation practice in South Alabama. Mr. Coumanis founded the Firm with David P. York, former U.S. Attorney of the Southern District of Alabama. Mr. Coumanis was born in Mobile, Alabama and has practiced in the Mobile-Baldwin County area since he began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in Mobile County in 1988. Mr. Coumanis specializes in the practice areas of Federal, State & Municipal Criminal Defense including White Collar Defense, Healthcare & Whistleblower Actions, Complex Civil...
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Randal Simpson Ford
Tuscaloosa, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa
The Ford Firm practices personal injury law and wrongful death. We represent students in criminal cases such as Marijuana Possession , DUI / DWI, Public Intoxication and other misdemeanors. The Firm also practices in the area of domestic relations including contested and uncontested divorce, custody, visitation and contempt cases.
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Will Burress
Florence, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
University of Alabama School of Law
I was born and raised in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, and pursued my undergraduate studies at the University of North Alabama, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude. I continued my education at the University of Alabama School of Law, finishing in the top 15% of my class. Over the years, I have accumulated a broad range of valuable experiences, having worked at the Alabama Supreme Court, the Tuscaloosa County Public Defender's Office, and in various roles at personal injury law firms.
I am dedicated to representing clients who are facing criminal charges or are under criminal investigation. I provide compassionate and committed legal...
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Carl Robert Weimer
Huntsville, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 6 years of experience
100 Jefferson St. S., Suite 200
Huntsville, AL 35801
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
West Virginia University College of Law and University of Alabama School of Law
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Mr. Howard McGriff Belser III
Decatur, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Personal Injury
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
We handle DUI's and all criminal offenses. We have gotten Not Guilty Verdicts and/or Dismissals in DUI; Thefts; Burglary; Assault-Stabbing, Assault- Shooting, and Sexual Abuse. We also handle divorce and Custody Cases. These are cases that can be very emotional for clients, and we recognize that. Further, we represent people who have been hurt. Be it a car accident; a corporation's refusal to pay an injured party, or defective drugs. If we can help, give us a call. 256) 656-3839.
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Christine Frieder
Huntsville, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 16 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
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Joseph Andrew Jones
Gadsden, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 1 year of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and Probate
In a small town, you need someone you can count on, someone who understands the challenges people face and is ready to help. That’s where I come in. I’m Joseph Andrew Jones, a dedicated general practitioner offering legal services in Criminal Defense, Probate, Personal Injury, Juvenile Law, Workers' Compensation, Real Estate Law, Bankruptcy, and more. No matter what life throws your way, I’ll stand by your side to help you navigate it.
I pride myself on being approachable, resourceful, and committed to finding solutions. Call me today, and let’s figure out how I can help you.
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Kayla Welch Griffin
Tuscaloosa, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Juvenile
University of Alabama School of Law
Kayla is a native of Tuscaloosa and has been practicing law since 2012. Her legal practice is focused in the areas of Family Law, Divorce and Criminal Defense. Kayla is a member of the Tuscaloosa County Bar Association, the Alabama State Bar, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the Volunteer Lawyers Program.
Outside of the law, Kayla is a member of the Junior League of Tuscaloosa, serves as an ambassador for the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama , the Panhellenic Advisor for the Alpha Delta Chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi and is...
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Mary A Turner
Tuscaloosa, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Divorce, Family and Juvenile
University of Alabama School of Law
Mary is a native of Tuscaloosa and a graduate of both the University of Alabama (BS Nursing 1986) and the University of Alabama School of Law (1989). She is also a graduate of Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyer’s College and the National Criminal Defense College.
Mary teaches Trial Advocacy at the University of Alabama School of Law and serves as vice president of the Tuscaloosa County Bar Association. She is a member of the Alabama State Bar, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the Volunteer Lawyers Program.
Outside of the law, Mary is very...
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Howard Hube Dodd Jr
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Insurance Claims and Municipal
University of Alabama School of Law
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Clyde Edward Riley
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and White Collar Crime
University of Alabama School of Law
I have been helping people solve problems since 1983. I pride myself on providing dependable service with dedicated representation. In 1990, I changed the focus of my practice to emphasize helping people facing family-related and marital problems as well as criminal charges. I understand the stress and emotions my clients are experiencing when they seek my help, and I provide the personalized, caring service they need during these difficult times.
Whether your legal issue requires immediate action or you just need advice and counsel about how to proceed, please contact me, Clyde Riley, at the Riley Law Firm in Birmingham, Alabama....
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Carmen Cantrell MacKay
Vestavia Hills, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 4 years of experience
(205) 729-8719
3325 Rocky Ridge Plaza
Suite 221
Vestavia Hills, AL 35243
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
University of Alabama School of Law
Carmen was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 2020, and her practice includes family law, criminal law, business formation, and contract review.
She received her J.D. from the University of Alabama School of Law, where she served as a student ambassador and acted as the American Bar Association Representative for the university. She also earned a Certificate in Public Interest Law, focusing her coursework on criminal, domestic and juvenile law classes.
Prior to law school, Carmen graduated summa cum laude from Auburn University in 2017 with a B.S. in Apparel Merchandising and a minor in Business.
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William K. "Chip" Bradford
Clanton, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
Mr. Bradford has 27 years of experience representing handled Federal and State criminal cases at trial and on appeal. Bradford Ladner LLP has offices in Birmingham, Clanton, and Mobile. We handle criminal trials and appeals in all Alabama courts and all Federal Courts nationwide.
Mr. Bradford is peer rated as BV by Martindale-Hubble. He is a member of the Alabama State Bar, The Birmingham Bar Association, The Legal Writing Institute, and the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
Mr. Bradford has extensive experience handling appellate matters. His appellate experience includes numerous oral arguments before the Eleventh...
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Kenneth Robert Raines
Fairhope, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 33 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
I have over 20 years practicing law and started in Baldwin County, Alabama as an Assistant District Attorney. After becoming the Chief Trial Attorney for the office, I left for private practice and joined Wilkins, Bankester, Biles and Wynne in 1994. I made partner in 4 years and worked there for 20 years. I started Raines law Firm in 2014. I have been the Judge for Silverhill for 19 years, the City Attorney and Prosecutor for Robertsdale for 18 years, the Town Attorney and Prosecutor for Elberta for 6 years, and the City Prosecutor of Gulf Shores for 2 years....
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Brian Joseph Lockwood
Mobile, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
Creighton University School of Law
Former prosecutor with over 18 years of experience practicing law. Practice limited to criminal defense, including D.U.I./D.W.I. Licensed in Alabama, California and Nebraska. Admitted to practice before all Alabama Courts and the United States District Court - Southern District of Alabama. Doctor of Jurisprudence, Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, Nebraska 1995
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Christopher Smitherman
Montevallo, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 30 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and Probate
University of Mississippi
With over 20 years of experience in the legal community, Chris Smitherman has earned the reputation for being a strong advocate for his clients. Although he is licensed to practice in any and all state courts located in Alabama and Mississippi, he predominately works in Central Alabama with a heavy focus in Shelby, Chilton, Bibb, and Jefferson Counties. Chris grew up in small town Montevallo, the son of two pharmacists, and attended and graduated Jemison High School. Before earning his JD and while in law school, Chris worked as a licensed realtor. Chris possesses the skill...
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Anna L Hart
Vestavia, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Asbestos, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University and University System of Georgia - Georgia State University
Court Admissions : The Supreme Court of the United States, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit , U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama, U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Alabama
Honors, Awards & Accomplishments: AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rated, Martindale—Hubbell
Cases : In Re: Florida Post—Engle Tobacco Litigation, In Re: HealthSouth Corp. Securities Litigation
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Zander Carrie
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
University of South Carolina School of Law
Zander Carrie is an experienced trial attorney and associate at Polson & Polson Law Firm in Birmingham, AL. Before joining the firm, Zander worked as a Deputy District Attorney in Alabama’s 10th Judicial Circuit. He handled many serious felony charges including capital murder, child sex crimes, drug trafficking cases, and DUI fatalities. Zander gained valuable insights and knowledge from his time at the DA’s office which helps him advise and represent clients who fall under the threat of prosecution.
While in graduate school, Zander decided his oral and written advocacy skills would be put to better use as a criminal defense...
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Kathy Long Skipper
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer
(205) 939-1010
1901 Richard Arrington Junior Boulevard South
Birmingham, AL 35209
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
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Mr. Stephen Andrew Strickland
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals, Employment and Personal Injury
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
I have over twenty-four (24) years of extensive experience in the areas of civil and criminal law in Alabama’s state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate levels. Specializing in both civil and criminal cases has given me a unique advantage over most attorneys because I have learned techniques that are applicable to both disciplines of the law. For most of my legal career, I have had a BV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell peer review rating. My practice areas have been criminal defense, state and federal appellate practice, particularly with an emphasis on death penalty cases, harassment, employment discrimination...
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John Amari
Trussville, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Consumer, Family and Insurance Claims
Our firm expands the State of Alabama. We provide knowledgeable and aggressive legal representation. Most of our clients are referred to us by satisfied customers.
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Johnnie Franks Woodruff
Florence, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 19 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and Family
Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, Faulkner University
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Drew Sockwell
Florence, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Birmingham School of Law
Drew Sockwell is a Top-Rated Trial Attorney providing legal services to assist in matters pertaining to the following; Automobile Accidents, DUI, Criminal Defense, Divorce, Child Custody, Family Law, Expungement, Adoption, Wills/Trusts/Estates, Conservatorship & Guardianship, DHR, Felony Law, PFA, Domestic Violence, Controlled Substance, Marijuana, Traffic and TPR.
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Valerie Brown
Huntsville , AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 13 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Estate Planning
Regent University School of Law
Valerie Brown is the owner and principal attorney of Valerie Brown Law, LLC located in Huntsville, Alabama. She is dedicated to helping clients navigate through the complex legal system by providing high quality and cost-effective legal services. In addition to her practice, Valerie serves as an Adjunct Professor for Antonelli College Online.
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Brian E Beck
Huntsville, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, Faulkner University
Brian E. Beck, located in Huntsville, AL focuses on criminal defense cases in North Alabama. Those include DUI, Drug Crimes, Minor in Possession, sex crimes, domestic violence as well as criminal appeals. Our goal is victory for the wrongfully accused!
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Sandra Segal
Huntsville, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Medical Malpractice
American University
Sandra Segal is driven to protect the rights and fight for the freedoms of her clients. With over 20 years of experience practicing both criminal defense and personal injury law, Mrs. Segal continues this mission of pursuing justice. Additionally, her experience in prosecution in the City Attorney's Office has strengthened her understanding of Alabama's complex criminal justice system. Mrs. Segal is a trial veteran who is unafraid to fight for the best interests of her clients rather than taking the safest route. Today, she applies her skill and counsel as Managing Partner at The Law Offices of Segal &...
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Charles A Langley
Fayette, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Personal Injury
University of Mississippi
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Michael J. Upton
TUSCALOOSA, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Municipal
University of Alabama School of Law
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Matthew William Bassie
Florence, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 5 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, Faulkner University and University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa
Matthew grew up in Waterloo, Alabama and went to the University of Alabama where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He then went to Thomas Goode Jones School of Law in Montgomery. He has worked in the legal field for over 9 years. Matthew represents clients who have been criminally charged or subject to criminal investigation. Matthew’s other practice areas include: family law, juvenile, personnel injury, probate, and more.
Call now to schedule your FREE consultation! Matthew understands the inconvenient burdens that legal problems can cause. This is why Matthew accepts appointments after five and on the weekends.
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Jeremy R. Thomas
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 5 years of experience
205 32nd Street South
Birmingham, AL 35233
Criminal Defense, Divorce, Family and Traffic Tickets
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
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Richard Carl Perry Jr.
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Birmingham School of Law
Richard was born and raised in Madison, MS. He graduated high school from Madison Central and then attended the University of Southern Mississippi where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science. Richard then moved to Birmingham where he attended and earned his law degree from the Birmingham School of Law.
Richard is married to the former Christina Zapf of Brisbane, Australia. He has two children, Trey and Della. He attends church regularly in Montevallo, AL.
In his free time, Richard enjoys spending time with his family and traveling.
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Joseph Madison Carlton Jr.
Sylacauga, AL Criminal Defense Lawyer with 48 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
In need of a lawyer in Talladega, Sylacauga, Munford, Lincoln, or Childersburg, Alabama?
Joe Carlton, Attorney at Law is a law firm based in Talladega County, Alabama which handles criminal defense, family law, and personal injury cases. Criminal defense cases include felony, misdemeanor, juvenile, DUI, theft, and drug charges. Family law cases include delinquency, divorce, child support, and child custody of children and grandchildren. Personal injury cases include accidental or intentional injuries to person or property.
About Joe
* Retired Talladega County Assistant D.A.
* 31 years of courtroom experience
* Wrote the book on DUI’s for Alabama...
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Christopher Calvin Reid
Birmingham, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Personal Injury
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
Chris Reid graduated from Samford University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He then received his law degree from Cumberland School of Law in May 2010. Mr. Reid has held policy positions working for the Alabama Policy Institute and the Heritage Foundation in Washington D.C, where he also interned for House Republican Whip Roy Blunt. While in law school, Mr. Reid worked as a summer law clerk for the Alabama Attorney General Office and Rushton, Stakely, Johnston & Garrett (a prominent law firm in Montgomery).Upon graduating law school, Chris held the position of Health and Judiciary...
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Thomas J. Azar Jr
Wetumpka, AL Criminal Defense Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, Faulkner University and Auburn University at Montgomery
In criminal cases, an experienced and effective criminal defense attorney can mean the difference between a prison sentence and reduced or dismissed charges. Tom Azar is an experienced criminal defense lawyer who brings 39 years of criminal justice experience to the table to aid you in defending against your pending charges. I will defend you and ensure your rights are protected. I spent approximately 20 years in Law Enforcement. I have spent the past 19 years defending persons with criminal charges in State and Federal Court.