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I have represented clients in courts throughout the state and have extensive experience in rural Alaska. I began his legal career in private practice in Bethel, Alaska, where I represented both plaintiffs and defendants in criminal, personal injury, wrongful death and other matters.. After relocating to Anchorage, I continued on as assistant Public Defender in the Anchorage office of the Public Defender Agency and assistant Public Advocate with the Office of Public Advocacy, where I managed varied types of criminal defense, including post-conviction matters and parole. I was also responsible for representing Agency clients in the felony drug/felony DUI wellness court and conducted multiple trainings for Agency attorneys.. My current practice at Birch Horton Bittner & Cherot primarily focuses on complex litigation, personal injury and municipal law.

I have lived in Alaska most of my life.  Since I have been practicing law, I have seen  many corporations and insurance companies trying to take advantage of people without attorneys.  My office is dedicated to representing injured people by looking out for their best interests when dealing with insurance companies or in court.

I have been in private practice with my own law firm since 1976, specializing in Trial and Appellate Work as a Criminal Defense Attorney in the State of Alaska and Federal Court(s), in major criminal matters, as a Plaintiff’s Trial Lawyer on behalf of individuals in catastrophic injury and/or death cases, and federal qui tam actions.. I have also litigated and/or tried on behalf of Plaintiffs and Estates matters involving Maritime and Admiralty jurisdiction and law.. There are 2 other Trial Lawyers in my firm, Michael Cohn, and Lisa Rosano. There is also a support staff of secretaries, paralegals, and investigators.

I have been a criminal defense lawyer in Alaska since 1993.  I continue to represent clients facing charges ranging from murder to dui.  I understand that your case is of the utmost importance to you and your loved ones, and will work tirelessly to obtain the best possible outcome for you.. I have tried cases all over the state, from Fairbanks to Sand Point.  I have appeared before the Alaska Court of Appeals and the Alaska Supreme Court and am licensed to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States of America.. I know that being charged with a crime is a trying time.  I know the feelings of indignity and helplessness that arise during such times.  You are not helpless.  I believe it is my duty to stand up for my clients' rights and to treat every client with dignity and respect.

I decided to become a lawyer while working for my father's law firm when I was in high school. I watched my father try cases, and decided that I wanted to become a trial attorney. In 1984 I spent a year abroad, studying at the Gymnasium Mussenredder in Hamburg, Germany.. I graduated from the University at Santa Barbara in 1985 with Honors in History and German Literature. I obtained my law degree in 1991 from McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, California. In 1992, I left California, and moved to Alaska. When I arrived in Alaska, I clerked for a Superior Court Judge and then worked as a public defender for approximately 5 years. I opened my own law firm and limited my practice to the areas of criminal defense, family law, and personal injury.. On June 20, 2011, I was featured as co-counsel on 48 Hours television program, CBS murder of Bonnie Craig, a 17 year-old cold case.

I came to Alaska in 1995 fresh out of lawschool with a plan to stay for a year and never left.  In 2007, my wife, Jeannie, and I started our own firm, focusing our practice on divorce and family law. One of the lessons I have learned over the years is the importantance of having a client focused legal strategy.  That is why I take the time to listen.

I am a lifelong Alaskan and try to hike the Chugach Range as time allows.

I am a lawyer located in Anchorage, Alaska.  I pride myself on providing my clients with exceptional legal services.  I am with the law firm of Birch Horton, which is a truley Alaskan law firm that has been serving the needs of Alaskans for almost 50 years.

For more than 40 years, my law practice has focused on helping people reach solutions to a broad range of civil legal problems. Please don’t hesitate to call to see if I am the attorney you are looking for. There is no charge for initial inquiries. I welcome them.

Evan was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska. He grew up in South Anchorage and graduated from Dimond High School. Evan was part of the first graduating class of Japanese Immersion Program students to attend immersion classes from 1st – 12th grade. The immersion program afforded Evan the opportunity to travel to Japan and stay with a host family while in elementary school.. Evan attended Colorado State University and obtained a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Evan returned to Alaska and worked as a field engineer for a large commercial construction company before attending law school.. Evan has been active in sports his whole life and played competitive ice hockey for local teams, Dimond High as well as for Colorado State University’s club team while in college.. While attending law school, Evan clerked for a prominent criminal defense firm in Oregon. With the assistance of the firm’s owner, Evan handled multiple serious felony criminal and post-conviction cases. Evan was able to hone his trial skills while still in law school and successfully defended a client charged with first-degree murder and misconduct involving a weapon. The client was acquitted of all charges based on a self-defense theory and was released from state custody the day of the verdict after spending over a year in jail. Evan also had the opportunity to represent other clients at trial and hearings, all before graduating.. Also while in law school, Evan successfully drafted a post-conviction petition and memorandum that was granted by a judge in Oregon. In essence the client who was originally sentenced to life without parole was granted a new sentencing trial on his aggravated murder charge.. Evan graduated cum laude from Willamette University College of law and was a member of Moot Court and Law Review. Evan also received a certificate in dispute resolution and was nominated to the Order of the Barristers for his outstanding courtroom advocacy skills. Evan was also active in the Student Bar Association and was Vice-President of his class in his final year of law school.. After law school, Evan returned to his home state of Alaska and opened his own law firm in Anchorage. Evan practices in many areas of law including criminal defense, family law, personal injury and other civil suits. Evan is admitted to practice in both the state and federal courts in Alaska.. When not assisting his clients with their legal needs, Evan spends his time enjoying hunting and fishing in Alaska. Evan also enjoys world travel and studied abroad in Australia while obtaining his undergraduate degree.. Contact the Alaska law firm of the Law Office of Evan Barrickman for a consultation on your legal issue.

Colleen’s practice is focused on serving personal injury clients, and she is dedicated to educating herself and others regarding the ever-changing legal landscape of personal injury practice.. Colleen is licensed to practice in Alaska and Washington. She is also admitted to the U.S. District Court, District of Alaska, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court.

Christopher Canterbury has been practicing law for more than 20 years. He focuses on torts and commercial litigation and is licensed to practice in Alaska and Washington. Prior to joining Kelley & Canterbury LLC in 2000, Chris clerked for U.S. District Court Judge James Singleton.. Chris received his Bachelor of Arts in English from Hamilton College in central New York and his Juris Doctor from Columbia University School of Law in New York City.. Chris is a member of the Valley Bar Association, Alaska Bar Association, and Alaska Association for Justice (formerly The Alaska Association of Trial Lawyers).. Chris is passionate not only about practicing law but also connecting with and improving the Alaska community. Chris is a past board member for FOCUS, Inc., which serves children with special needs in the Chugiak / Eagle River community. He has also volunteered for both the Anchorage and Mat-Su Youth Court programs. In addition, he volunteers his time on the board of the Mustang Hockey Association, coaching baseball for Knik Little League and hockey for the Mustang Hockey Association.. When not working, Chris enjoys playing hockey, working on the family’s log cabin home in Eagle River, and spending time with his wife, Michaela, and their kids.

Charles Gunther is the founder of GUNTHER FAMILY LAW.  He has been a practicing Family Law Attorney in Anchorage, Alaska since 1994.. Charles grew up in Anchorage and he has lived in Alaska for over 40 years.. He attained his undergraduate degree from the University of Alaska in 1991 and his Juris Doctor from Willamette University College of Law in 1994.. Charles is an active member of the Alaska and Oregon Bar Associations and he is a member of the Family law Section in both Alaska and Oregon.. Charles is married and the father of two wonderful children,. When he is not working, Charles enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, and engaging in activities in the outdoors such as hiking, fishing, camping and running.. Charles also believes in the value of community service and he is a member of the Anchorage East Rotary Club, part of Rotary International, a service club organization with more than 1.2 million members in 33,000 clubs worldwide. Rotary club members are volunteers who work locally, regionally, and internationally to combat hunger, improve health and sanitation, provide education and job training, promote peace, and eradicate polio under the motto Service Above Self.. Charles has provided pro bono services to victims of domestic violence and others who are unable to afford legal representation.

Brooks M. Hazelton is the son of Gary M. Hazelton, founder of Hazelton Law Group. Brooks is the lead attorney in the Alaska office. He is licensed to practice law in both Alaska and Minnesota. His areas of practice focus on representing injured people and their families.. Brooks attended college at the University of Northern Colorado, majoring in psychology. Before attending law school Brooks worked as an Independent Landman for various oil and gas companies in the lower 48. Brooks graduated from Western State College of Law in Fullerton California. Prior to his admission to the Alaska and Minnesota Bars, Brooks clerked at Johnson and Combs P.C. in Anchorage. He also clerked at Hazelton Law Group in Bemidji Minnesota. Brooks is a member of the Alaska Association for Justice and actively on the Board of Governors. Brooks is also a member of the Minnesota Association for Justice.. In his free time, Brooks enjoys wood working, hunting, fishing and exploring the state of Alaska with his wife Lauren.

Brad is a skilled advocate with experience in both federal and state court.. He brings diverse experience, dedication, litigation capabilities, and legal knowledge to each case. He is licensed to practice law in both Alaska and Washington. Brad promises to provide cost-effective legal solutions to everyday people, personally serve the firm’s clients, and listen to each client’s needs to find the right solution.. Brad was born in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where he lived with his family until he graduated from St. Cloud State University. Brad started his professional career as an armor officer in the United States Army in 2004. During his time as an active duty armor officer, Brad deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom for twenty-four months over two tours. After serving in Iraq the second time, Brad was given the opportunity to command a tank company at Ft. Hood, Texas. Going to law school and becoming a lawyer had been a lifelong dream for Brad. After command, Brad left the active duty Army to attend law and business school at Texas Tech University.

Based in Anchorage, AK, Attorney T. Burke Wonnell is an attorney who specializes in DUI, DWI, OUI, drug crimes, weapons offenses, domestic violence, felony assault, fish & game violations, theft and white collar crime. With over 19 years of experience, Attorney Wonnell has provided legal representation for those involved in cases under criminal law. Understanding the confusion and emotional challenges that comes with being involved in certain legal accusations, Attorney Wonnell guides you through the legal process and provides client-focused counsel. Personalizing each case through one-on-one cosultations, Attorney Wonnell creates a thorough detailed analyzation of each case. Through the analyzation, he provides strategic, insightful defense, ultimately providing the best solutions to serve in your favor. With Attorney T. Burke Wonnell, you'll be confident your legal interests will be best represented in and outside the court room.

Attorney with substantive expertise spanning the major environmental laws including the National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act as well as Alaska state laws governing state lands, mining, water, and fish habitat. Demonstrated experience achieving client goals in unique circumstances from Alaska to Puerto Rico. Graduated from Vermont Law School in 2012.

Attorney Steve Wells is a criminal defense lawyer with 30 years of experience in practicing criminal defense. After Wells graduated from the California Western School of Law, he started a criminal defense practice in Nashville, Tennessee. Attorney Wells practiced in Tennessee for several years, and then moved his practice to Alaska, where he always wanted to serve as a criminal defense attorney. In 2004, Attorney Wells joined the Office of Public Advocacy, where he traveled throughout Alaska defending clients facing criminal charges. Some of the clients he defended were being charged for crimes such as homicide, robbery, kidnapping, sex crimes, and first-degree assault cases. Attorney Wells is passionate about criminal defense and believes that it is important to protect the rights and freedoms of every one of his clients. Among Attorney Wells’ many accomplishments, he is the founding President of the Alaska Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (AACDL), he is a member of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), and he is also a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Presenter Nationwide. In May of 2006, Attorney Wells founded the Law Offices of Steve M. Wells, his Alaska firm that provides satisfactory results for the clients he defends, in both state and federal court. When you choose to work with Attorney Wells, you are choosing to receive representation and legal assistance from a lawyer with extensive experience and a successful background of past cases. If you are interested in teaming up with Attorney Wells, contact the Law Offices of Steve M. Wells at to schedule your free consultation.

Attorney Daniel Libbey, managing partner at Libbey Law Offices, focuses his practice in the areas of personal injury. In 2000, he was admitted to practice in Alaska. Attorney Libbey earned his undergraduate degree from Western Washington University before attending law school at The Ohio State University College of Law in Columbus, Ohio. He earned his J.D. with honors and as a member of the prestigious Order of the Coif. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the Alaska Bar Association, the Alaska Association for Justice, and the American Association for Justice.

Asa Hohman J.D., LL.M., MBA. Asa specializes in employment- and family-based immigration, business formation and compliance, and civil litigation. He is licensed to practice law in both Alaska and Montana.. Alaska Immigration Law Center provides comprehensive legal representation for clients with U.S. Immigration Law concerns. With over 40 years of practical experience in the representation of families and business interests in Alaska, we understand the importance and legal urgency of immigration matters. We help people obtain Immigrant Visas, file Petitions for Permanent Residency Status, and defend against Deportation.. Using the latest technology, AILC is able to provide timely and cost effective services to persons from all areas of Alaska: Nome, Bethel, Barrow, Fairbanks, Juneau, Ketchikan and Dutch Harbor to name a few recent examples. Our clients come from over forty-five countries, from every corner of the world and from all walks of life. Our goal is to keep abreast of recent and upcoming immigration changes and reform in order to avail our clients of every opportunity.

Alaska Bankruptcy and Family Law attorney with over 23 years experience.

A lifelong Alaskan, I began my legal career as a law clerk for Justice Alexander O. Bryner of the Alaska Supreme Court.  Within a year, I returned to argue my first case before the Court.  In my early years of practice, I split my time between Anchorage and Bethel, Alaska.  Represetning rural Alaskans.  As a felony lawyer at the Alaska Public Defender Agency, I tried dozens of cases, including high-profile aquittals on murder charges.  in 2010 I was named the Alaska Public Defender Agency's 2010 Litigator of the Year.