Top Rated Anniston, AL Criminal Defense Lawyers

23 criminal defense lawyers serve Anniston, AL. Compare the best based on 43+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in Calhoun County are listed below.

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Anniston Has 23 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 43 Reviews

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1300 Noble Street, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more

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LaPlante Merritt Faulkner & Clay LLC
1207 Noble St, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Violent Crime and more

Bio: Justin C. Wilson entered the practice of law in 2016 after graduating from The University of Alabama School of Law with his Juris Doctor. While in law school, Justin interned with the District Attorney’s Office in both Anniston and Mobile, AL, whe...

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Anniston, AL

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Julie M. Kines, LLC
1217 Noble Street, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: I obtained my Bachelor's Degree in 2002 and Master's Degree from Jacksonville State University in 2005, both of which are for Criminal Justice. During my time at Birmingham School of Law, I interned with the Calhoun County District Attorneys offic...

Rating: 6.4

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The Law Office of Lauren Ledbetter Freeman, LLC
1217 Noble Street., P.O. Box. 385, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Appeals

Review: "handled my divorce and custody case. She was wonderful. Completely on my side and fought hard for me and my kids. Sometimes a little slow on returning calls but always called me back."

Rating: 6.5

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Shaun L Quinlan, Attorney at Law
1215 Noble Street, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Wills & Living Wills and more

Review: "If you want someone who will fight for you and won’t back down, pick Shaun! He is like a pitbull out for the kill!"

Rating: 7.4

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Merrill Merrill Mathews & Allen LLC
1326 Leighton Ave., Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Wrongful Death, Defective and Dangerous Products and more

Review: "If I could describe Mr. Allen at Merrill Merill Matthews and Allen Law Firm it would be dedicated, headstrong, hardworking, and caring. Mr. Allen is one of the few attorneys I know that put their whole heart and soul into a case. Mr. Allen is one ..."

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Ghee & Draper
1001 Noble St, Suite 200, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Litigation, Criminal Defense, Family

Review: "I couldn't be more satisfied with the way Mr. Alexander handled my grandsons case...Not only is he personable and friendly, he is professional and knowledgeable as well. He charged less than most attorneys I called and he handled this case without..."

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Carey N. Kirby, P.C.
1129 Christine Avenue, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Abuse, Probate and more

Rating: 7.3

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James Adam Muns, P.C.
1215 Noble St, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Uncontested Divorce and more

Review: "Excellent attorney. He was easy to talk to and would respond quickly to any questions that we had regarding our situation. He explained everything upfront and made sure we understood the process. I highly recommend hiring him as your attorney."

Rating: 6.4

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Po Box 1952, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Ghee, Draper, Alexander & Downey
1001 Noble St, Suite 200, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Social Security & Disability, Probate and more

Review: "When I was younger I got into some trouble and she became my court appointed attorney. This woman went above and beyond for me numerous times and took me under her wing and helped me. Even got my hair cut for me once as well as helped to connect m..."

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The Roberts Law Firm LLC
1317 Wilmer Ave Ste 107, Po Box 8705, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Sides, Oglesby, Held, Dick & Burgess LLC
1310 Leighton Avenue, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Debt and Lending Agreements

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Po Box 1952, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family

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Laplante Faulkner Wilson & Clay, LLC
1207 Noble St, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Jayme Amberson, Attorney at Law
1021 Noble Street, Suite 205, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice and more

Review: "Jayme helped with a veteran client. Patient, wise and patriotic. A very reliable and gifted lawyer to have on your side."

Rating: 6.7

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LaPlante & Merritt, LLC
1207 Noble Street, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Bankruptcy & Debt

Rating: 6.2

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Brooks Harmon & Johnston, LLC
Po Box 67, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Litigation, Insurance Fraud and more

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4914 Laurel Trce N, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice and more

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Ghee, Draper, Alexander & Downey
1001 Noble St, Suite 200, Anniston, AL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: DUI and DWI, Social Security & Disability, Criminal Defense and more

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Which Criminal Defense lawyers have been licensed the longest in Anniston, AL?

William Herman Broome 48 years licensed
Ronald Luther Allen 46 years licensed
Thomas William Harmon 45 years licensed
Mannon George Bankson Jr. 41 years licensed
Shaun Leigh Quinlan 36 years licensed
Timothy Christopher Burgess 32 years licensed
William Randall Payne 29 years licensed
Carey Neal Kirby 24 years licensed
Jennifer Ghee Downey 22 years licensed
Jayme Kirkland Amberson 20 years licensed

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Which Anniston, AL Criminal Defense lawyers are newest to the area?

James Adam Ray Muns 6 years licensed
Shelby Leigh Scott 7 years licensed
Kathy Marie Pope 7 years licensed
Jonathan Russell Eagerton 8 years licensed
Justin Carl Wilson 9 years licensed
William Herman Broome Jr. 10 years licensed
Lowell Dustin Merritt 12 years licensed
Julie Melissa Kines 12 years licensed
Lauren Ledbetter Freeman 12 years licensed
William Scott Clay 16 years licensed

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Anniston, AL Criminal Defense Lawyers

Anniston Has 23 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 43 Reviews

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