Laura Terry Powell

Laura Terry Powell

also known as Laura Terry, Anna Laura Terry

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Child custody Lawyer at Decatur, AL
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury, Uncontested Divorce

809 6th Ave SE, Decatur, AL

About Laura

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 35%

15 years | 40 cases

35%
Divorce and Separation 30%

Divorce, Legal Separation, Custody, Modifications, Child Support, Dependency, Paternity, Alimony, Protection From Abuse

15 years | 75 cases

30%
Personal Injury 20%

15 years | 10 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

31%-33%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 15 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2011

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Terry Powell Law Firm, LLC

809 6th Ave SE, Decatur, AL, 35601

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Laura Terry Powell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Amy | October 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Amazing

Amazing lawyer !! Definitely recommend !! Very professional, swift responses, and attention to detail. Always available to answer my questions and concerns. Very honest and knowledgeable attorney . Achieved an outstanding result. Very satisfied with the service. She is an understanding and compa...ssionate woman.

Posted by Jacob | October 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Above and beyond.

Laura moved mountains for me. She had my best interests at heart even when I did not. She works non stop and takes pride in her work and it shows. She is the person you want on your side when you are fighting for important things, like custody. She is passionate and definitely puts in the blood, swea...t, and tears for her clients.

Posted by Chelsey | August 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Laura is Wonderful

Laura took an incredibly complicated situation and worked very hard and very quickly to fix it. She was absolutely a shark when the shenanigans started. When the case was transferred, she offered to continue to represent me, BUT wanted me to be informed. She insisted that I consult with another attor...ney in the area it was transferred (she went to school with her) and let her know what I decided. She was conscious of the fact that it would cost me more money for her to represent me with time and travel as well as the attorney in the other area being more familiar with the county it was transferred to. We all know that matters. It was more important to her that I have the proper representation than to simply take my money. She also followed my case, and messaged me periodically to check in with me. I've known her a long time outside of hiring her, but she really is an amazing attorney. Responsive, smart, caring, willing to stand up for you when you need her most. Would absolutely recommend her to anyone.

Posted by Connie | July 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

A++

Ms. Terry was very reliable during my child custody case. She exhibited great expertise in the matter and was wonderful in communicating the expectations of each step and process throughout its entirety. She was available and quick to respond to any questions and/or concerns I had from start to fin...ish. The dependability, honesty, hard work, dedication and knowledge of the law in the matter that Ms. Terry displayed throughout was reassuring that I had hired the right person to represent me through such a difficult and emotional time. I would highly recommend her for any legal needs.

Posted by Ragan | March 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

The Best!

I don't know what our family would do if we would not have had Ms. Terry as our lawyer. She fought hard for us and was always prepared. Not only was she prepared, but she prepared all of us as well. She is a great lawyer and I would recommend her to anyone!

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Laura Terry Powell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Maggie Coan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse Laura. She is a excellent attorney who works hard to provide the best possible outcome for her clients."

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Homer Jordan

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessie Hardy

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Laura because she is a great lawyer that is willing to work hard for her clients. I trust Laura to get the job done with compassion and dedication!"

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Erick Pratt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Laura has a large criminal practice that is continuing to grow. She has produced very good results for clients over the past several years. She exhibits professionalism and is very knowledgeable about criminal practice. I strongly encourage people who have been charged with a criminal or traffic offense to consult with her as she has a good reputation with our local Circuit Court Judges, and she vigorously defends their rights."

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David Silva

Unknown lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sherman Powell

Family lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura Terry has an abundant passion for family law and is intensely focused on meeting her client's needs."

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Jonathan Mann

Litigation lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is a zealous advocate for her clients."

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Taylor-Lee Stokes

Family lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Friend

"I wholeheartedly endorse Laura Terry. She is an honest, intelligent, and skillful advocate for her clients."

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Christopher Daniel

Litigation lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Grant Howard

Family lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christy Graham

General practice lawyer

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Joseph Propst

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Sherman Powell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Associate, Chenault Hammond, P.C.

Associations

Alabama State Bar

Member

Morgan County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

2017 - 2017

Lawrence County Bar Association

President

2016 - 2017

Lawrence County Bar Association

Vice President

2013 - 2014

Lawrence County Rotary Club

Past President

Education

2010

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

University of Alabama

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2026

Morgan County Bar Association CLE

Alabama Domestic Relations Update

2026

Alabama State Bar, Young Lawyers Section Annual Meeting

The Journey From Established Firms to Sole Proprietorships

Languages

English

Activity

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