I grew up in Covington County and worked my way through Troy State University graduating with a degree in economics. I worked in a local manufacturing plant for three years and was then accepted to law school at the University of Alabama. I worked my way through law school and then opened my own law practice in Andalusia, AL. I have always possessed a strong work ethic and this is what I will bring to my representation of you.
I specialize in Criminal Defense, Social Security Disability and Personal Injury cases. If you or a loved one has been arrested don’t let someone else choose your lawyer for you. Choose a lawyer that will fight to defend your rights. I can represent you in all criminal cases including possession of marijuana, driving under the influence, possession of a controlled substance, theft, robbery, assault, domestic violence, murder and all other felonies and misdemeanors.
Are you hurt, sick or have a mental illness and are unable to work. I will guide you through the social security and disability process to get the benefits you deserve. I am able to handle social security cases and disability claims from start to finish. If you have been denied coverage, let us fight for you.
If you or a loved one has been injured and you believe someone else is at fault, it’s imperative to seek quality, personalized legal counsel. I have over 10 years of personal injury experience. I will work tirelessly on your case, handling every aspect, insuring that you will receive the compensation you deserve.
Practice areas
I handle all types of criminal cases from misdemeanors to murder. If you are charged with a crime in south Alabama let me protect your rights.
22 years
If you have automobile accident in south Alabama let me deal with the insurance company for you. Don't let an insurance company take advantage of you in your time of trouble.
22 years
If you are injured, sick or mentally ill and unable to work, let me help you get the benefits you deserve. Don't deal with the government all alone, let me handle the paperwork and hearing so that you receive the benefits you have worked for.
17 years
Languages spoken
English
Po Box 1054
109 South Cotton St.
Andalusia, AL, 36420-1221
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AL | Occupational License - Authorized to Practice | 2000 | 07/19/2022 |
Legal answers | 2 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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10 Best Client Satisfaction Award | AIOCLA | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2016 |
10 Best Client Satisfaction | AIOCLA | 2015 |
Top One Percent | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2015 |
10 Best Satisfaction Award | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2014 |
BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Department of Human Resources | 2016 - Present |
Town Prosecuting Attorney | Red Level, AL Municipal Court | 2015 - Present |
Municipal Judge | Town of Castleberry, AL | 2014 - Present |
Prosecuting Attorney | Lockhart, AL Municipal Court | 2011 - Present |
Public Defender | Gantt, AL Municipal Court | 2006 - Present |
Owner | Rod Sylvester, Attorney at Law P.C. | 2001 - Present |
Interim Probate Judge | Covington County, AL | 2016 - 2016 |
Public Defender | Lockhart, AL Municipal Court | 2005 - 2011 |
Public Defender | Red Level, AL Municipal Court | 2005 - 2015 |
Public Defender | City Of River Falls | 2002 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Association of Distinguished Counsel | Member | 2015 - Present |
American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | Member | 2014 - Present |
Straugh Letterman Club | Member | 2014 - Present |
Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program | Member | 2012 - Present |
Local Indigent Defense Counsel | Member | 2011 - Present |
National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives | Member | 2008 - Present |
Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Alabama State Bar | Member | 2000 - Present |
Covington County Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
Covington County Bar Association | Former President | 2006 - 2007 |
Covington County Bar Association | Vice President | 2005 - 2006 |
Covington County Bar Association | Past Secretary/Treasurer | 2004 - 2005 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Alabama School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2000 |
Troy University (main campus) | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1994 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Marijuana Case Dismissed | Marijuana Case Dismissed |
Not Guilty Harassment | Not Guilty |
Possession of Marijuana Not Guilty | Not Guilty |
Case Dissmissed | Charges Dismissed |
Not Guilty 15 Counts of Rape and Sexual Abuse | Not Guilty on all counts |
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