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5.0 /5.0
179 Client Reviews
$ 300-400 per hour
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Mitchell John Howie
also known as Law Office of Mitchell J. Howie & Associates, P.L.L.C.
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About Mitchell
Biography
The Law Office of Mitchell J. Howie has been serving clients since 2004 with integrity, intelligence and diligence.
In 2015 Huntsville Attorney Mitchell J. Howie was selected as a member of the Nation’s Top One Percent of attorneys by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. One of the best family lawyers in Huntsville, Mitchell J. Howie was also recognized as one of the Top 10 under 40 of Alabama Family Lawyers by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys.
In 2014 Attorney Mitchell J. Howie was recognized as one of the Top 100 lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers. He was also recognized as one of the Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers and as one of the TOP TEN Criminal Defense attorneys in Alabama under 40 by the Prestigious National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys.
The owner of the Law Office, Attorney Mitchell J. Howie, truly believes in service to this country. Major Mitchell J. Howie completed his service on Active Duty in the United States Air Force as an attorney in the Judge Advocate General Corps. He entered the Air Force through the Direct Appointment Program on May 27th, 2005 and began his active duty service on July 3rd, 2005. His official date of separation from active duty was September 28th, 2009.
Prior to entrance onto active duty, Mr. Howie worked as Chief of Staff to a representative at the Texas State Capitol in Austin, Texas. As an attorney in private practice he excelled at serving clients throughout Austin, Houston and Galveston, Texas with effective and efficient legal representation in various civil and criminal matters, to include: personal injury law, premises liability litigation, criminal defense, driving under the influence (DUI) litigation, debt collection, construction law, business law, contract law and family law.
As a government attorney, Major Howie's military career took him all over the United States. He first served the country as a military attorney at Davis Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona for two years. His last station was Pope Air Force Base in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Major Howie deployed to Joint Task Force Civil Support (JTF-CS) for legal support of domestic operations related to the "global war on terrorism."
While on active duty, Major Howie answered the country's call to serve in a multitude of arenas. He managed and oversaw a program in Tucson, Arizona which provided excellent legal assistance to deploying airmen on civil law matters including wills, powers of attorneys, general legal guidance on domestic relations, family law, personal injury law, bankruptcy, consumer affairs, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).
Major Howie worked tirelessly as a contracts attorney reviewing government contracts valued at over 25 million dollars.
Major Howie expertly prosecuted criminals and worked diligently as a trial attorney in litigating the government's case to secure convictions and justice in 17 courts martial. His recent litigation included a trial that led to the only life sentence ever adjudged at Pope Air Force Base. Major Howie acted as the government's representative and gifted advocate in countless administrative proceedings and ensured justice for the government and all parties involved.
Mr. Howie also served as Special Assistant to the United States Attorney within the Department of Justice. In this position as the sole federal prosecutor, he personally prosecuted over 300 federal cases ranging from a wide array of criminal offenses to include: minor traffic offenses; larceny offenses, theft offenses; drug offenses; domestic violence offenses; Driving Under Influence litigation (DUI), Driving While Impaired litigation; Child Neglect litigation and Child Abuse litigation.
Mr. Howie is a member of the Texas Bar since 2004 and the Alabama Bar since 2010. Mr. Howie is also a member of the College of the State Bar of Texas, the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers' Association and the National Criminal Defense Lawyers' Association. The Law Office of Mitchell J. Howie is currently accepting clients as an Alabama attorney.
Mr. Howie has continued his service to the country in the reserves. Major Howie was chosen to be an instructor on a distinguished team of Reservists to teach other JAGs military trial advocacy and continues teaching others while running his law practice.
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Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
Criminal Defense
25%
Child Custody
20%
Family
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-50%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Alabama for 15 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 21 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Mitchell J. Howie & Associates, P.L.L.C.
102 South Side Square, Huntsville, AL, 35801
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Mitchell John Howie's Reviews
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Posted by Andrew | January 9, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Fatherhood Matters
I cannot recommend Mitchell J. Howie highly enough. From the outset, it was clear that he is genuinely passionate about defending good fathers and ensuring they are treated fairly within the family law system. That passion is matched by exceptional legal knowledge, strategic insight, and an unwaverin...
Posted by Cisco | September 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Howie is awesome..
I had an excellent experience working with Howie. He was professional, attentive, and always kept me informed throughout the entire process. His knowledge and guidance made a stressful situation much easier to handle, and I always felt that my case was in good hands. I truly appreciate his dedication...
Mitchell Howie
Replied last November 28, 2025Thanks so much for the amazing 5 star review as your family law attorney in Huntsville, Alabama! We are so happy we got the results you needed to move your family forward and we were able to help you close this chapter in your life! If you ever need a family lawyer in Madison County again, please let us know! You were a great client to represent!
Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Happy Client
We were very pleased with Mr. Howie. Every phone call or email was answered in a very timely manner. He laid out all the options and kept us from going to trial. He is a tough negotiator and will fight for you. We got the best possible outcome that we could have hoped for and certainly recommend ...
Mitchell Howie
Replied last September 24, 2024Thanks so much for the amazing 5 star review as your criminal defense attorney in Huntsville, Alabama! We are so happy we got the results you needed to move forward and we were able to help you close this chapter in your life! If you ever need a criminal defense lawyer in Madison County again, please let us know, you were an awesome client to represent!
Posted by Yon | August 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
BEST CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER IN MORGAN COUNTY AL
Mr. Howie represented me in a case involving DHR. I could not have won this case without his help. He kept me in the loop with all the communication that he had with them. He was very thorough about the possibilities of my situation, and I am very thankful for his help throughout this entire process....
Mitchell Howie
Replied last September 20, 2024Thanks so much for the amazing 5 star review as your DHR defense attorney in Alabama! We love battling the state when they are on the wrong side of our clients and justice! If you ever need another defense attorney in Morgan county, please let us know and we will be happy to help you!
Posted by Joseph | August 1, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Attorney in Alabama!
5 Stars service from Mitchell Howie! I would highly recommend him to anyone who may need legal assistance. Not only was he caring and professional but also extremely knowledgeable about the law. He painstakingly contained my situation and helped both parties come to a satisfactory conclusion. I highl...
Mitchell John Howie's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Howie is a fighter for his clients no matter what the situation may be, very knowledgeable in criminal law, and just a great person."
"Mr. Howie gets my highest recommendation for his top-notch ability, professionalism, dedication, and unmatched dedication to the greatest Military this World has ever known! Mr. Howie and I worked together in the United States Air Force JAG Corps, where Mr. Howie continues to provide legal service at home and while deployed. I can attest to the incredibly memorable experiences Mr. Howie has faced and continues to face. These life-changing events have built Mr. Howie into a more dynamic thinker, quicker & more accurate decision-maker, and highly adaptable to any situation he faces. These are critical characteristics of a highly skilled attorney-at-law. For all these reasons, I proudly salute Mitchell Howie, and recommend him to the fullest."
"Mitch is one of the best litigators I’ve met. He was selected by the Air Force to train attorneys on advanced litigation skills. He has literally traveled the world training other attorneys. On several occasions I was able to co-instruct courses with him. Students unanimously gave him rave reviews for his out-of-the-box thinking and techniques. He’s had wild success with his clients and verdicts. If you need an attorney that knows how to win, I highly recommend hiring him!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I've seen Mitchell represent his clients in a number of hearings and trials over the years. He is always well prepared, articulate, and knowledgeable of case law and case facts. He is a great attorney and a proud member of the United State Armed Services. He serves our community and country with distinction and honor. I heartily endorse this lawyer."
Melissa Schultz-Miller
Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mitch is a strong advocate for his clients and is very knowledgeable about military divorces."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mitchell and not only seen his skill and expertise, but his extreme dedication to his clients. Mitchell tirelessly fights for his clients!"
"Mitchell is a strong advocate for his clients. He is responsive in communication and a fighter in the Courtroom."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Mitch Howie. We served on active duty together for close to a year. He is a great lawyer, and a hard worker for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable and goes above and beyond to get great results for clients."
"I endorse Mitchell. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is top notch and knows the law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Mitch. I have found him to be professional and knowledgeable. He is particularly well versed in the area of military law due in part to his own military service."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"This is a very good attorney and highly respected by peers in Huntsville. I am happy to endorse him!"
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Mitchell Howie exhibits the highest level of professionalism. He has a strong desire to serve others and does so to the best of his abilities at all times. I worked with Mitchell as a JAG in the AIr Force and saw firsthand his dedication to duty and the sacrifices he endured to advance the interests of his clients. This is certainly not to say he would go along with whatever his clients asked him to do. Far from that, he maintained an ethical practice and stuck to the ideals of doing justice where justice needed to be done. You cannot go wrong with Mitchell Howie."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Top Lawyers in Alabama, Legal Network
2016
Lifetime Achievement-America's Top 100 Attorneys, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2016
Ten Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Best Attorneys of America, Rue Ratings Best Attorneys of America
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2015
Top Lawyers in Alabama, The Legal Network
2015
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2009
Meritorious Service Medal, United States Air Force
2008
Outstanding Unit Medal, United States Air Force
2007
Air Force Commendation Medal, United States Air Force
2005
Global War on Terrorism Medal, United States Air Force
2005
Air Force Training Ribbon, United States Air Force
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Mitchell J. Howie
2007 - 2009
Special Assistant to United States Attorney, Department Of Justice
2005 - 2009
Prosecuting Attorney, United States Air Force JAG Corps
2004 - 2005
Chief of Staff to State Representative, State of Texas
2003 - 2004
Law Clerk, Barnes & Turner
Associations
2015 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2014 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2011 - Present
Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Alabama State BarLawyer
2010 - Present
Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association, Huntsville Young LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Huntsville-Madison County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
State Bar of TexasLawyer
Sample of Legal Cases
City of Decatur v. JC
All Charges Dismissed with Prejudice!
City of Huntsville v. C.H. (47-CC-2023-004813)
All Charges Dismissed!
City v. JC (CC-23-3879)
All Charges Dismissed with Prejudice!
City v. JC (CC-23-3878)
All Charges Dismissed with Prejudice!
City v. JC (CC-23-3877)
All Charges Dismissed with Prejudice!
City v. KM (CC-23-3271)
All Charges Dismissed with Prejudice!
City v. KM (CC-23-3270)
All Charges Dismissed with Prejudice!
State v. AB (Madison County)
All Charges Dismissed with Prejudice!
State v. Hemstock CC-23-839 (Madison County Alabama)
All Charges Dismissed with Prejudice!
State v. Ryan Manning (CC 21-1463 and 1463)
NOT Guilty Verdict issued by Marshall County Jury! All Charges Dismissed with prejudice!
CITY V. M.M.
All Charges Dismissed!
State v. Britton (DC 2020-8036)
All Charges Dismissed!
State v. Edmonds (CC-2020-000222)
Felony Charges reduced to misdemeanor and unsupervised probation.
State v. Hill (DC 19-817)
Felony charges reduced to a misdemeanor and unsupervised probation
State v. Stafford (DC 20-8101-8012 and DC 20-8076)
All Charges Dismissed!
State v. Crawford (CC 17-657)
NOT Guilty Verdict issued by Madison County Jury! All Charges Dismissed with prejudice!
City v. Hair Queen LLC
All Charges Dismissed with prejudice!
State v. Leamon DC 20-1806
All Charges Dismissed with prejudice!
City v. Criminal Defense Client
All Charges Dismissed with prejudice!
City v. SU-CC 19-4744
All Charges Dismissed!
State v. Danny Williams (CC 2018-397)
All Charges Dismissed with prejudice!
State v. Luna TR-2019-001506
All Charges Dismissed!
State v. Barnes-DC-2019-003176
All Charges Dismissed!
US v. Bumbray (19-cr-198-HNJ)
All Charges Dismissed!
State v. Haddon (CC-19-649)
All Charges Dismissed!
United States V. JC-18-cr-486-HNJ
All charges dismissed!
City of Madison v. Demetrius Tanksley MC 10922859
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
City of Madison v. Bobbie Williams MC 18-762
All charges dismissed!
State v. Rodriguez-TR 18-3128
All charges dismissed!
US v. Williams
All charges dismissed!
State v. DM
Class A Felony Charges reduced to a misdemeanor and client received UNSUPERVISED PROBATION!
State v. KL (DC-2017-956)
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
City of Madison v. JC
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
City of Madison v. MP
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
State v. JR DC 17-4533
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
State v. VC
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
City v. DH and a Business Client
All charges dismissed!
State v. Andrew Rutherford
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
State v. Vincent
All charges dismissed!
State v. Juvenile (confidential)
Probation after a violent felony!
City v. Kousky CC 17-552
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
State v. Martin (DC 17-1667)
All charges dismissed!
State v. Martin (DC 17-1582)
Charges reduced to a misdemeanor and client received UNSUPERVISED PROBATION!
State v. Francis DC 16-4951
All charges dismissed!
State v. Korab CC 16-5145
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
State v. Elkins CC 16-3693
All charges dismissed!
State v. Jackson-DC 16-5987
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
State v. Howard
All charges dismissed!
State v. Jones DC 16-2422
All charges dismissed!
State v. Francis (DC 16-4951)
All Charges Dismissed with prejudice!
US v. Farley
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
State v. Waters (CC 16-2874)
All charges dismissed!
State v. AW
Charges Dismissed with Prejudice!
State v. Mack-DC 16-2054
All charges dismissed!
UNITED STATES V. WIGGIN
All charges dismissed!
City of Madison v. French-MC 16-193
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
State v. Townsley-DC-2015-906
All charges dismissed!
State v. Nance-DC 16-041
All charges dismissed!
City of Madison v. Cameron
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
State v. Jones (CC-15-306)
All Charges Dismissed!
State v. Jones (CC 13-4532)
All Charges Dismissed!
State v. Cooper (CC 15-2769)
All Charges Dismissed!
State v. Hargrove (DC 15-2597)
All charges dismissed with prejudice.
State v. Potvin (DC 14-7659)
All Charges Dismissed!
State v. Lopez DC-15-2768
All Charges Dismissed!
Ex parte Rebecca C. Collins PETITION FOR WRIT OF MANDAMUS (2140575) (DR-08-452.02)
Alabama case dismissed as our client wanted!
US Government v. Baker
Client was able to keep his security clearance and his job!
City of Madison v. Dunn (MC 14-1082-1083)
All charges dismissed with prejudice.
State v. Brown (DC 14-6731)
All charges dismissed with prejudice!
State v. Raley
All charges dismissed
State v. Sanford (DC-14-6860)
All charges dismissed
State v. YO (DC 14-5248)
All charges dismissed
State v. Bibbs (DC-14-3283)
Acquitted! Not guilty after a bench trial!
State v. YO Client (CC-14-1122)
All charges dismissed
State v. Wallace (DC 14-4063)
All charges dismissed
State v. Emery (DC 13-520)
All charges dismissed
State v. Jones (CC 14-1951)
All charges dismissed
State v. Warren (DC-13-1774)
All charges dismissed
State v. Hunter (CC-2013-61-62)
All charges dismissed
State v. Byrom (TR-13-7611-7612)
All charges dismissed
State v. Howell (CC-2013-3491)
All charges dismissed
US v. Helms (13-CR-00418-HGD)
Dismissal of all charges
State v. Wilson (CC-10-4741.70)
All New Charges Dismissed and Probation Reinstated
State v. Wilson (DC-13-5630)
Dismissal of all charges
State v. Byrom (DC 13-2560)
All charges dismissed
State v. Hollingsworth (DC-2011-7290)
Dismissal of all charges
City of Madison v. Robinson (MC-13-88, 89, 90 & 91)
Dismissal of all charges
City of Madison v. Secor (MC 13-230 & 231)
Not Guilty on All Charges
State v. Bolding (DC-13-2109)
Dismissal of all charges
State v. Mills
All Charges were Dismissed
State v. Bankston DC-12-5820
All Charges were Dismissed
State v. Grant
All Charges were Dismissed
State v. Richardson
All Charges were Dismissed
State v. Matthews
All Charges were Dismissed
State v. Juvenile
Charges were Dismissed
State v. Worsham (CC 11-2483)
Dismissal of all charges
State v. Malone
Charges Dismissed
Education
2004
University of Houston Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of Texas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2023
Joint Forces TRIALS Course-Ramstein Air Force Base, Germany
Trial Advocacy
2023
Joint Forces TRIALS Course-Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
Trial Advocacy
2020
Joint Forces TRIALS Course-Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
Trial Advocacy
2019
Joint Forces TRIALS Course-Hurlburt Air Force Base, Florida
Trial Advocacy
2018
Joint Forces TRIALS Course-Ramstein Air Force Base, Germany
Trial Advocacy
2015
Joint Forces TRIALS Course-Yokota Air Force Base Japan
Trial Advocacy
2015
Joint Forces TRIALS Course-Tinker AFB
Trial Advocacy
2012
Judge Advocate Staff Officers Course
Military Trial Advocacy
2012
Joint Forces TRIALS Course-Hickam, HI
Military Trial Advocacy
2011
TRIALS Course-California
Military Trial Advocacy
Publications
2019
Speakeasy Publishing
How to Deal with a Military Divorce
2009
Law Office of Mitchell J. Howie
Newsletter
Languages
German
Spanish
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