Passionate Advocacy. Personal Attention.
Rhonda Kinard, an Alabama native, has practiced law for a several years in Alabama and Virginia courts. In 1999, she attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. After college, Ms. Kinard earned a Juris Doctor from Regent University School of Law, graduating amid the top of her class. She also graduated from Regent University School of Business, earning a Masters in Business Administration, cum laude. While at Regent Law, Ms. Kinard interned at the United Stated District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, for the Honorable Raymond A. Jackson. Additionally, Ms. Kinard completed an externship at the Supreme Court of Alabama for the Honorable Tom Parker.
After law school, Ms. Kinard began her legal career by accepting an offer to serve in one of the seven legal clerkships at the Supreme Court of Virginia. From 2009 - 2011, she served as a judicial law clerk to the late Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia, the Honorable Leroy Rountree Hassell, Sr. She also served as law clerk to the Honorable Charles Russell, Senior Justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia.
From 2011 - 2014, Ms. Kinard served as a prosecutor for the Newport News Commonwealth Attorney's Office, where she gained extensive litigation experience in both bench and jury trials. She has litigated thousands of criminal cases, including criminal and traffic misdemeanors, firearm offenses, drug offenses, white collar/property offenses, burglary, arson and violent felonies such as armed robbery, aggravated assaults, sexual offenses and homicide. Ms. Kinard's years as a prosecutor has shown her the devastating impact crime has on not only the victims, but also on the defendant, as well as family members.
Ms. Kinard is an Adjunct Professor at Regent University School of Law, where she teaches criminal law and criminal procedure classes. Ms. Kinard also teaches Business Law courses at ITT Technical Institute. Previously, Ms. Kinard served as an Adjunct Professor at ECPI University, where she taught criminal justice and business classes. Ms. Kinard is licensed to practice law in Alabama, Virginia, and California. She is also licensed to practice in the U.S. District Courts in the State of Alabama, which include the Southern District, Middle District, and Northern District of Alabama.
Practice areas
Contested divorce | Uncontested divorce | Separation | Child custody | Child support | Alimony | Adoption | Call Attorney Kinard for all your family legal needs.
If you have been injured due to someone else's negligence, you need to stop worrying and call Attorney Kinard now.
Attorney Kinard can appeal the decision in your case.
Both Federal and State levels.
Languages spoken
English
The Kinard Law Office, P.C.
808 Downtowner Blvd. Suite E
Mobile, AL, 36609
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AL | Occupational License - Authorized to Practice | 2011 | 11/10/2020 |
CA | Inactive | 2010 | 10/27/2020 |
VA | Authorized to Practice Law | 2009 | 10/10/2014 |
Legal answers | 2 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2017 |
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2017 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Adjunct Professor | ITT Technical Institute | 2014 - Present |
Adjunct Professor | Regent University School Of Law | 2014 - Present |
Attorney | The Kinard Law Office, P.C. | 2014 - Present |
Adjunct Professor | ECPI University | 2013 - 2014 |
Prosecuting Attorney | Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney Office | 2011 - 2014 |
Judicial Law Clerk | Supreme Court of Virginia | 2009 - 2011 |
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Clerk | United States District Court | 2008 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Alabama State Bar | N/A | N/A |
Mobile Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
State Bar of California | N/A | N/A |
San Francisco Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
Virginia State Bar | N/A | N/A |
Virginia Women Attorneys Association | N/A | N/A |
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School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Northcentral University | PhD - Doctorate | 2017 |
Regent University School of Business | MBA - Master of Business Administration | 2009 |
Regent University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2009 |
University of Alabama - Birmingham | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Regent University Preview Week | "Don't Fail The Bar" | 2013 |
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Scott Ehrenworth, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 24, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Rhonda in the Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney's Office. She is very professional and can litigate an incredible case. I would hire her in a split second.
Megan Allgood, Family Attorney on Sep 22, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Shawn Overbey, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 3, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have personally had the opportunity to oppose Ms. Kinard in several bench and jury trials. I found Rhonda to always be well versed in the law and a zealous advocate for her clients. Her demeanor was always amicable although firm in her position. Anyone seeking a competent zealous attorney will not be disappointed in her representation. I endorse Ms. Kinard.
Brian Thoman, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 7, 2015
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I'm not sure I've met a lawyer who takes her work more seriously than Ms. Kinard. She is intelligent, motivated and skilled, and her experience as a prosecutor gives her a unique perspective as a defense attorney. Don't hesitate to ask her for help.
Moshae Donald, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Experienced and aggressive criminal defense attorney. Your rights will be protected.
Brian Smalls, Litigation Attorney on Oct 20, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Ms. Kinard is an excellent attorney. Very knowledgeable, she is the consummate professional whose work ethic is second to none. I highly endorse Ms. Kinard.
Noah Weisberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Capable and pleasure to work with!