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Christopher Hugh Daniel

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  • Birmingham, AL
  • Licensed for 9 years
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About Christopher

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, was honored as a member of the Dean’s List, won numerous advocacy competitions, and received multiple Scholar of Merit Awards for Scholastic Achievement.

After law school, Chris received his MBA from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

His practice focuses primarily on Criminal Defense litigation and Appellate work.

Chris lives in Birmingham and has three children. He is a member of Canterbury United Methodist Church, serves on the Board of Red Mountain Theater, the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, and as a Trustee for the Daniel Foundation of Alabama.

 

 

Chris is licensed to practice in all State and Federal Courts in Alabama as well as the United States Supreme Court.

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Practice areas

OtherExpungementDUI and DWIAppealsCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 50%

    Misdemeanor and felony cases in both State and Federal Courts of Alabama.

    10 years

  2. Appeals: 20%

  3. DUI and DWI: 10%

  4. Expungement: 10%

  1. White collar crime: 10%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

600 20th St. North
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Sheffield & Lentine, PC

600 20th St. North
Suite 301
Birmingham, AL, 35203-4705

Website
https://www.sheffieldlentine.com/staff/christopher-daniel/

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    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    ALOccupational License - Authorized to Practice201102/18/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers50
    Legal guides6
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Rising StarSuperLawyers2020
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers2018
    Top AttorneysBirmingham Magazine2018
    Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2018
    Top LawyersB-Metro Magazine2018
    Rising StarSuperLawyers2015
    Top AttorneysBirmingham Magazine2015
    Top 10 AttorneysAmerican Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys2014
    Top 100 Trial AttorneysThe National Trial Lawyers2014
    Top 40 Under 40 Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2014
    Top 100 Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2013
    Top 40 Under 40The National Trial Lawyers2013
    Top 10 Under 40National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys2013
    MemberNational College for DUI Defense2013
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    PartnerSheffield and Lentine, P.C.2011 - Present
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Alabama State BarMemberN/A
    Birmingham Bar AssociationMemberN/A
    National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMemberN/A
    Greater Birmingham Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMemberN/A
    Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMemberN/A
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Sheffield and Lentine, P.C.Expungement in Alabama2014
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Alabama - BirminghamMasters in Business Administration2014
    Samford University, Cumberland School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2011
    Birmingham-Southern CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts2008
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    February CLECell Phone Tracking2017
    May CLE"Legislative Update and Practice Pointers"2014
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    James Davis v. State of Alabama, Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals, Direct Appeal
    Ex Parte Jaymee Smith, Alabama Supreme Court, Petition for Writ of MandamusPending
    Ex Parte Emily Walker, Alabama Supreme Court, CR-12-1433, Petition for Writ of Certiorari
    • Ex Parte Rashad Stoves, Alabama Supreme Court 1120202, Petition for Writ of Mandamus
    • State v. John Hershell Ford, Jr., Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals CR-12-0529, Brief for the Appellant
    Ex Parte Demetrius Howard, Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals, CR-13-0728, Petition for Writ of Mandamus

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    Chris was an amazing guide and wealth of knowledge when it came to my DUI case. He helped me understand my options and what path we could take to pick the best one. He was very responsive and went above and beyond. Hire him. You won’t be sorry.
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    Homer Jordan, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 21, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lindsey Eastwood, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 4, 2018
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    Chris Daniel gets great results for his clients. He’s detail oriented and very well respected among another criminal lawyers and judges. Chris is an excellent choice for criminal defense representation. He has my full endorsement.

    Leroy Maxwell, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 12, 2017
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    John Lentine, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 21, 2017
    Relationship: Supervised lawyer

    Chris is a hardworking, compassionate and skilled lawyer as well as being an integral part of our law firm.

    Christopher Weaver, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 23, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Chris has a quality reputation among lawyers in our community, and has always been willing to provide me with advice when I've needed it. I endorse this lawyer.

    Byron Ketcham, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 21, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Chris is an extremely knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer. I highly recommend him.

    Jonathan Mann, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 30, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a fantastic criminal defense attorney and achieves great results for his clients.

    Stephen Williams, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 30, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Super sharp and a great advocate!

    Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 3, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

    Melissa Yan, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 24, 2014
    Relationship: Friend

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Laura Terry Powell, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 14, 2014
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Wayne Duke, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 27, 2014
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Joseph Watson, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 23, 2013
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Clark Henderson, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 19, 2013
    Relationship: Friend

    Chris is a dedicated and ambitious attorney who tirelessly advocates for his clients. He is devoted to the law and is a credit to the legal profession. I would highly recommend his legal services for anyone looking for a skilled attorney.

    John Lloyd, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Daniel is a great advocate for his clients and works hard to help them in every way possible. I highly endorse Mr. Daniel.

    Grant Howard, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 25, 2013
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    I endorse this lawyer.

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