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Licensed in Georgia for 41 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 43 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Licensed in Alabama for 49 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 1976
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 42 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
Jaffe, Hanle, Whisonant & Knight, P.C.
2320 Arlington Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35205
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Richard Stephen Jaffe's Lawyer Endorsements
"Richard is revered among his peers as a legal authority. He has a sterling reputation and is a friend to all. He is an incredible attorney."
"Richard Jaffe is a true trial lawyer who is at the pinnacle of his field. I have worked together with Richard and have witnessed firsthand how he meticulously prepares his cases to win at trial. I consider it an honor to have worked with him and recommend him without reservation."
"Richard is the gold standard for criminal defense in the area. Many lawyers claim to represent people accused of a crime, but if your life or freedom is at stake, do you really want to use just anyone? I would turn to Richard first if I were ever accused of a crime. I endorse him completely."
"Last year, I had the opportunity to hear Attorney Jaffe speak at a CLE sponsored by the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. I have also read his book, "Quest for Justice." After hearing him speak and reading about his career, I am confident in saying that Attorney Jaffe is that special brand of attorney that does not come along very often. He is bright, incredibly talented, with a world of experience, and desire to seek justice - no matter how deeply she may hide herself. I highly recommend Attorney Jaffe."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Richard as a criminal defense attorney. He is one of the very best criminal defense attorneys and highly regarded by all of his peers."
"I endorse Richard whole-heartedly. I have known him for a number of years and know his commitment to the criminally accused. He has had great success in capital case."
"Richard Jaffe is one of the most highly regarded and most successful criminal defense lawyers in the state of Alabama. Mr. Jaffe has acquired over 40 years of legal experience and has defended more capital murder and other serious felony offenses than probably any other criminal defense lawyer currently practicing law. His exceptional courtroom skills and skillful cross-examination techniques are a model for other lawyers to emulate. Mr. Jaffe is often called "the lawyer's lawyer" as mark of respect within the bench and the bar. Mr. Jaffe has been compared to great Clarance Darrow, the legendary criminal defense lawyer from the past century who accepted the most difficult criminal cases and achieved an acquittal based on the facts and the evidence. Without question, Richard Jaffe is properly considered in the top 1% of all Alabama lawyers currently practicing law."
"Attorney Jaffe is a knowledgeable lawyer who is generous with his time and expertise. I recommend him."
"Richard Jaffe is one of the true champions of the criminal justice system in Alabama. When other lawyers are asked to name the best criminal trial lawyers in the state, his name invariably is included, and deservedly so. He is as skilled in trial as any lawyer I know."
"Richard is in a class of premiere advocates that all lawyers aspire to emulate. His knowledge and experience is known by all who have come in contact with him and is evident by his numerous awards and accomplishments. He diligently works for the best possible resolution for his clients and he gets results. I fully endorse Richard Stephen Jaffe."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Lawyer of the Year White-collar B'Ham, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Top 50 lawyes Alabama, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Lawyer of year non- white collar birmingham, Best Lawyers in America
2001
Roderick Beddow Award, Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
1999
Clarence Darrow Award, Alabama State Bar
Work Experience
1976 - 2013
Senior Partner, jaffe and Drennan P.C.
Associations
1982 - Present
Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationNo Value
1982 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyersboard member 3 terms
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Che Swindle
acquittal
State v Fred spencer
Acquittal
United States v S.P.
Probation
State v Gary Drinkard
acquittal
United Staes v. R.P.
acquittal
State v Randall Padgett
acquittal
Education
1976
University of Alabama School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2013
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Annual
Themes and Therories- Telling the client's story
2013
Loosining The Death Belt
Opening Statements
2013
loosening the Death Belt
Jury Selection in DP Cases
2012
Sexual Assault cases at the Big Easy
Taint Hearings
2012
Making the Case for life
Jury Selection in DP Csses
2011
Loosening the Death Belt
Voir Dire
2010
Experts
Setting up Cross Examination for Experts
2009
Experts-
Expert witnesses- Saving yours, destroying theirs
2007
Experts- using yours, destroying theirs
Experts
Publications
2012
New Horizon books
Quest for Justice: Defending the Damned
1997
The Champion magazine
Voir dire in captial Cases
1997
The Champion magazine
The Diminshed Capacity Defense
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Can a person on probation talk to someone else who is also on probation?
07 Mar 2013
Q&A
What is the difference in a retained attorney or court appointed attorney?
07 Mar 2013
Q&A
I was arrested for drugs not in original container
05 Mar 2013