Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in birmingham | 106 available

1027 23rd St S , Birmingham , Alabama 35205

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Having practiced law since 1989,Cynthia Umstead serves clients primarily in the five county are that includes Jefferson and Shelby Counties, I handle many drug and capital murder cases. I feel that I was meant to help people in this way. In a capital case , you're dealing with the human element not just that an act occurred, but why it happened. In a case where a client is guilty, the jury wants to know how this came about.. Cynthia Umstead a graduate of Birmingham School of Law, admits the stress of a criminal trial can be overwhelming at times . There is a lot of pressure, bit the key is caring about your client and having empathy for them. You also have to be willing to invest hundreds of hours in preparation. It is time consuming, but when you see someone get that second chance, it's priceless. This truly is my passion.

1027 23rd St S , Birmingham , Alabama 35205

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Elizabeth Hunter Law Firm

2100 Southbridge Parkway , Birmingham , Alabama 35209

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Attorney Jaimee Elizabeth Hunter is a licensed appellate lawyer practicing Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury law. Attorney Hunter is the Founder and Managing Attorney at Elizabeth Hunter Law Firm., a law firm in the State of Alabama. Jaimee Elizabeth Hunter exclusively handle these types of civil rights matters; Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Discrimination, Employment, Fair Housing, Police Misconduct, and/or Privacy law. Attorney Hunter handles these types of personal injury matters; auto accidents, medical malpractice lawyer, wrongful death, premise liability, products liability, pedestrian accidents, and workers compensation cases. Also, Attorney Hunter exclusively handles these types of criminal defense cases; DUI, Domestic Violence, Theft, Drug related offenses, Felonies, Municipal Violations, and Traffic Violations. Attorney Jaimee Elizabeth Hunter is a member of the Alabama State Bar, member of the U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit, the Volunteers  Lawyers Program, Birmingham Bar Association, and the Alabama Bar Association.

Firm: Hazzard Law Firm

505 20th Street North, Suite 1125 , Birmingham , Alabama 35203

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I was born and raised in Whitwell, Tennessee. I graduated from the University of Tennessee in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science. When I graduated, I immediately pursued his passion of assisting people as an attorney. I graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 2019 and became a licensed Alabama attorney shortly after graduating. I have worked on criminal defense cases in Scottsboro, Alabama after acquiring my license. I have represented clients as an Assistant Public Defense Attorney at the Montgomery County Public Defender’s Office in 2021. Shortly after, I would join the Hazzard Law Firm team to continue my passion of assisting people. When I am not in court or representing clients, I enjoy running 5k races and listening to vinyl records on my record player at home.

Firm: The Dodd Law Firm

2323 2nd Avenue North , Birmingham , Alabama 35203

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Sexual Harassment, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI

Mr. Dodd represents clients in both state and federal courts in both civil and criminal matters. Originally starting his career at Jaffe, Strickland & Drennan, he rose from junior associate to become that firm’s Managing Partner in 2009. In 2010, he founded The Dodd Law Firm, where he puts his extensive trial experience to work for a select group of clients. In 2010 he was recognized by the Superlawyer’s Group and Business Alabama Magazine as one of the State of Alabama’s “Outstanding Young Lawyers” in their Rising Star section, an honor they repeated in 2011 and 2012. In 2012 Mr. Dodd was named by Birmingham Magazine as one of the region's Top Criminal Defense Lawyers as well as one of its Rising Stars. Mr. Dodd is rated AV-preeminent by Martindale Hubbell, their highest peer review rating for both professional ability and ethical standards.. Mr. Dodd was one of the original 75 attorneys to be named to the Federal Northern District of Alabama’s CJA panel. Dodd was invited to attended the prestigious Bryan R. Shechmeister Death Penalty College at Santa Clara University in California, and recently co-authored a chapter in "Defending DUI Vehicular Homicide Cases", a practitioner's handbook published by Thompson West.. In addition to his extensive experience and training in the area of criminal defense, Mr. Dodd frequently practices in the area of civil defense representing both municipal and corporate clients. Mr. Dodd served as defense counsel for Birmingham’s Mayor Bernard Kincaid, and has represented numerous professionals, such as pharmacists, nurses and other lawyers in administrative hearings in front of various state licensing boards. Mr. Dodd is also one of the lawyers retained by the Policeman’s Benevolent Association to represent its members.. Mr. Dodd has represented injured plaintiffs in both state and federal courts as well, having served as lead trial counsel in a number of personal injury cases. The breadth of Mr. Dodd’s practice and experience allows him to provide each of The Dodd Law Firm’s clients with a unique, global perspective. In Law School Mr. Dodd was awarded the Dean Thomas W. Christopher award for Lasting Contribution to the Law School, as well as the George Peach Taylor award for his role on the school’s Trial Advocacy competition team.. Prior to enrolling in law school, Mr. Dodd served as New Business Director for the New York advertising firm of Gold Communications.

Firm: Guster Law Firm

9964 Pkwy E , Birmingham , Alabama 35215

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Divorce & Family, Criminal Defense

Firm: Gregory Richard Cox

701 37th Street S Suite #1 , Birmingham , Alabama 35222

Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Child Custody & Visitation, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Family , Juvenile , Parole and Probation, Personal Injury, Traffic Violations, White Collar Crime, Wrongful Death, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense

Firm: Morris Haynes Attorneys at Law

3500 Blue Lake Drive, Suite 200 , Birmingham , Alabama 35243

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

George L. Beck, Jr. joins Morris Haynes Attorneys at Law after servingas the United States Attorney for the Middle District of Alabama. Before entering federal service Mr. Beck enjoyed a successful civil and criminal law practice. His 37 million dollar judgment in favor of an insurance company set a jury verdict record in Montgomery County. Equally as impressive was his 25 million dollar Federal tort claim award for children injured by medical negligence. An earlier million dollar verdict had launched Alabama’s modern-day class action law suits on behalf of consumers. Mr. Beck currently defends public officials and business owners accused of white collar offenses. He has defended officials from all levels of government, from County Commissioner to the office of Governor. George represents a variety of individuals accused of both violent and non-violent crimes.

Firm: Russo White & Keller, PC

315 Gadsden Hw , Birmingham , Alabama 35235

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

The lawyers at Russo, White & Keller P.C. have over 50 years of combined legal experience serving residents across the State of Alabama, particularly in Jefferson, St. Clair, Blount and Shelby counties. We take great interest in taking care of all our clients and that is why we put forth the most aggressive representation for each of them. When you hire our firm, you are not just hiring one lawyer, you’re hiring all of the lawyers in our firm. Effective attorneys don’t just know the law; they understand it. For that reason, we work zealously as a team to obtain the best possible results for each client.  So, regardless of your particular legal need, Russo, White & Keller, P.C. can provide you with the effective legal assistance to get you moving forward in the right direction.. We would love to meet you and discuss your legal needs. Call us today to schedule your initial consultation.  This initial consultation is FREE.  So call us today and let the lawyers of Russo, White & Keller, P.C. start working for you immediately!

Firm: Forrester Law

300 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N , Birmingham , Alabama 35203

Practice Areas: Divorce & Family, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Firm: Maxwell Tillman Law Firm

2326 2nd Ave N , Birmingham , Alabama 35203

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Maynard Cooper & Gale, PC

1901 6th Ave N Ste 2400 , Birmingham , Alabama 35203

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Erica has over ten years of experience litigating criminal matters in state and federal court as both a prosecutor and a defense attorney.

Firm: Burnum Law

P.O. Box 43263 , Birmingham , Alabama 35243

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

As a former public defender, I know that your criminal charge affects your whole life. I practice holistic criminal defense, examining the circumstances that brought you to me. My goal is to heal not only your criminal charges, but also the factors in your life that cause you problems. I have extensive felony and misdemeanor experience, including jury trials, and I know the right way to fight for your rights and your life.

Firm: The Earle Law Firm, LLC

1820 7th Ave N. , Birmingham , Alabama 35203

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury

Firm: Simms & Associates

608 37th St. S , Birmingham , Alabama 35222

Practice Areas: General Practice, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense

Firm: Kirk Drennan Law

500 Office Park Drive , Birmingham , Alabama 35223

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Derek Drennan has been a dedicated advocate for his clients for nearly 20 years. He has focused his practice in the defense of citizens accused of crimes both great and small. Aggressively challenging the federal and state government’s attempts to strip his clients of their lives, liberties and their property at each and every opportunity has been a consistent feature of his practice.. Drennan is a graduate of the University of Georgia where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. He received his law degree from the Cumberland School of Law in May of 1996 and was admitted to the bar of the State of Alabama in September of that same year. While in law school, Drennan was employed as a law clerk with Doug Jones who would soon become the United States Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama. Upon graduation, Drennan began a clerkship with Richard S. Jaffe, P.C. and subsequently became an associate with the firm upon admission to the bar. In 2011, Drennan formed the partnership Jaffe and Drennan, P.C.. Drennan brings with him to Kirk Drennan Law experience and dedicated representation to his clients. He practices in Federal, State and Municipal Courts and represents people accused, charged and under investigation in every conceivable area of criminal defense. His practice includes complex litigation in the area of White Collar Crimes such as allegations of embezzlement, honest services fraud and public corruption. He has been successful at both the trial and appellate courts. These victories include acquittals for offenses ranging from assault, arson, and capital murder, successfully litigated motions to suppress evidence leading to dismissals and include victories at both the Alabama Supreme Court and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Drennan’s success in the arena of criminal defense is indicative of his attention to detail, keen understanding and passion for the law, and seeing that justice is done for each of his clients.. NOTABLE APPELLATE CASES. BAR ADMISSIONS. RECOGNITIONS. SPEAKING APPEARANCES

Firm: Erskine Mathis & Associates

2107 5th Ave N Ste 201 , Birmingham , Alabama 35203

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1330 21st Way S Ste 130 , Birmingham , Alabama 35205

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Family, Family

1275 Center Point Pkwy , Birmingham , Alabama 35215

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Po Box 430181 , Birmingham , Alabama 35243

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense