Empire Family Lawyers

Sara is passionate about helping families plan for the future and protect what is most important to them. This includes implementing estate plans, as well as assisting clients to address more complex planning situations such as planning for loved ones with special needs, estate tax planning, income tax planning, asset protection, adoptions and step-parent adoptions. Always willing and able to explain complicated legal concepts clearly and concisely, Sara is skilled at working with her clients to ensure their plan will work now and in the future. Sara is a member of the Alabama State Bar as well as the United...

The National Trial Lawyers Association selected Sam Bone as one of the Top 40 Lawyers under 40 for 2015. Sam has followed in his father's footsteps in becoming a lawyer willing to fight tooth and nail for his clients. If you need a strong lawyer, that won't let you get pushed around, call Sam.

Sam was raised in Gadsden and graduated in the last class of Gadsden High School before the school became Gadsden City High School. He is married to Laura Jane Bone who is a teacher at the Gadsden Alternative School / Gadsden City High School.

Sam graduated undergrad at...

I am the owner of New Beginnings Family Law, P.C., originally founded in 2006 as James Family Law Center, LLC. We are a matrimonial and family law firm serving clients in all areas of family law including divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, dependency, grandparent visitation, prenuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements, surrogacy, adoption, collaborative law, mediation, and appeals. I am licensed to practice law before the Supreme Court of the United States, the Federal Courts for the Northern District of Alabama, and all state courts in the State of Alabama. I have received training in many areas...

I am a Huntsville native. After graduating from Huntsville High School, I attended the University of Alabama and then Cumberland School of Law. After clerking for judges in the Madison County Circuit Court, I opened my own practice specializing in Family Law and Criminal Law.

My staff and I make every effort to make out clients' experience with the judicial system as easy as possible. We understand that most clients are unfamiliar with the judicial process, and are fearful of what their experience will be. My staff and I keep our clients informed, and try to...

Laura Segers Fikes began her legal career in 2009 and quickly built a successful Family Law & Divorce practice focusing on Contested and Uncontested Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Adoption as well as other Domestic Law services. Her practice commonly included cases dealing with Criminal Defense matters so in 2013, Laura graduated from the National Criminal Defense College. In 2020, Laura opened The Law Office of Laura Segers Fikes to serve clients in the Tuscaloosa and Northport metro area with Family Law and Criminal Defense Law needs.

The successful argument of J.E. B. v. Alabama before the U.S. Supreme Court marked an exciting milestone for John F. Porter, III. The Porter Law Group offers offers a broad range of professional and personal legal services. John and Claire Porter represent local, national and international corporate clients as well as local governments and agencies. Additionally, we strive to provide the personal, "home town" service needed by individuals. John F. Porter, III or C. Claire Porter will personally meet with you to discuss your case and they will communicate with you through email and written correspondence regarding your case as...

I have a wide-range of experience from working as: (1) an associate for a year with a defense law firm in Birmingham, Alabama, where I was assigned to many complex civil law suits; (2) an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Alabama for three years handling death penalty appeals; and (3) a US Army lawyer (JAG) since 2002 (with more than 4 years on active duty to include two deployments to the Middle East). Since 2007, I have been in private practice in Prattville, Alabama. My law firm focuses on immigration, bankruptcy, criminal defense,...

Brandon has devoted his practice to helping people. His fundamental philosophy is to treat each client the exact way that he would want to be treated if he were in that situation. Over the past 28 years, Brandon has made it a priority to be personally involved in each case that his office handles. He is determined to be an aggressive and savvy attorney who protects his client's interest in any situation. He is often heard saying that the only way to practice law is to fight hard, but with honesty and integrity.

Brandon was born in Houston, Texas,...

I am a family man with a beautiful wife and two wonderful children. When I am not working, I enjoy being a "softball dad" for my girls. This gives us a wonderful opportunity to spend time together as a family. Every once in a while, my wife and I get time together to go out to eat or watch a movie.


I received my law degree (J.D.) from The University of Alabama School of Law in 1997 and was admitted to practice law that same year. Prior to Law School, I graduated magna cum laude from SUNY Brockport, Brockport,...

Shannon Moore was born in Huntsville, Alabama. He is a graduate of Grissom High School and he received his undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama in Huntsville. He went on to get his juris doctorate from the University of Alabama School of Law. Upon graduation from law school in 1998 he went on to found a law firm with a fellow graduate from law school. He has been in the private practice of law since that time. His practice focuses on criminal law, family law, and personal injury. Over the years, Shannon has represented numerous...

A warrior for the people. Travis spent his younger years fighting for America and is an Iraq War veteran of the Marine Corps. After law school at Alabama, Travis took that fighting spirit to the courtroom. With more than a dozen jury trials under his belt, Travis has the knowledge and skill to fight for you. As a mission-minded lawyer, Travis is driven to reach your objectives. Together, you and Travis can make the tactical moves necessary to put you in the best position to accomplish the mission and reach your goals.

Rebekah has dedicated her law career to helping individuals resolve family law issues with compassionate, effective representation, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation. She is dedicated to ensuring her clients' legal needs are met and exceeded.

Rebekah grew up in North Alabama and earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Alabama in Huntsville in 1997 and her Master of Arts in Public Affairs from the University of Alabama in Huntsville in 1999.

After working for Huntsville Hospital Systems for several years, she went on to obtain a Juris Doctor at Samford University, where she was the recipient...

Mariam A. Irwin was born in Bethesda, Maryland and moved to Huntsville in 2003. Mari is a direct descendant of Benjamin Franklin on her father’s side of the family and a third-generation attorney on her mother’s side of the family. She is named after her maternal great grandmother, whose husband ran a fruit cart in New York City in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Mari attended undergraduate school in New Orleans, Louisiana. She graduated in 2001 with a double major in Psychology and Sociology from Newcomb College at Tulane University. While at Tulane, Mari...

Practice focuses on family law: including divorce, child custody, support, alimony, retirement division, adoption, and grandparents rights. Licensed by the Alabama Bar and admitted to practice in the federal courts of the Northern District of Alabama. Active member of the Calhoun/Cleburne County Bar Association.

I was born and raised in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, and pursued my undergraduate studies at the University of North Alabama, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude. I continued my education at the University of Alabama School of Law, finishing in the top 15% of my class. Over the years, I have accumulated a broad range of valuable experiences, having worked at the Alabama Supreme Court, the Tuscaloosa County Public Defender's Office, and in various roles at personal injury law firms. I am dedicated to representing clients who are facing criminal charges or are under criminal investigation. I provide compassionate and committed legal...

Jennifer graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2011 and earned her B.S. in Criminal Justice from Faulkner University in 2008. Jennifer grew up in Jackson County, Alabama, and graduated from Scottsboro High School in 2000. Jennifer is following in the footsteps of her father, Gary W. Lackey, being a strong advocate for the people of Jackson County, Dekalb County and the surrounding region. Her areas of practice include Divorce, Custody and Child Support, Criminal Defense, Products Liability and Personal Injury, Property Disputes, DUI and Traffic Tickets, Car Wrecks, Estates and Wills, and many others. Whatever...

Kristina Sexton earned her law degree from Barry University School of Law, with a specialization in Children and Families, and Trial Advocacy. Prior to that, Ms. Sexton earned her B.S in Legal Studies from the University of Central Florida. Since 2005, Ms. Sexton has worked her way up from an assistant in a family law firm all the way to a Partner Attorney. Following graduation, Ms. Sexton sat for the Florida Bar where she was admitted and additionally she sat for the Alabama Bar where she was also admitted. Ms. Sexton moved to Huntsville and immediately became very active with...

With roots stretching back to poor and proud farmers of South Carolina, Aaron’s values and integrity were carved into stone by people who cultivated their living from the earth. However, as much as his family history and ethos informed his character, it was a two year missionary commitment in rural Mexico as a young adult that would solidify his path toward law school. Working in one of the most impoverished villages among our neighbors to the south, Aaron did not speak a word of Spanish when he arrived, and his hosts did not speak a word of English. Yet, it was...

Born and raised in Northern Alabama, Attorney Ravi has dedicated his professional life to helping clients in the state he has always called home. He attended Randolph High School in Huntsville and is a proud member of the Class of 1999. As a sole practitioner, he has gained invaluable experience both inside and outside of court. Attorney Ravi focuses his practice on family and divorce law, both at the trial and appeals level. He also represents clients in landlord/tenant disputes and DUI cases, and handles wills and estates matters.

With over 20 years of experience in the legal community, Chris Smitherman has earned the reputation for being a strong advocate for his clients. Although he is licensed to practice in any and all state courts located in Alabama and Mississippi, he predominately works in Central Alabama with a heavy focus in Shelby, Chilton, Bibb, and Jefferson Counties. Chris grew up in small town Montevallo, the son of two pharmacists, and attended and graduated Jemison High School. Before earning his JD and while in law school, Chris worked as a licensed realtor. Chris possesses the skill...

In a small town, you need someone you can count on, someone who understands the challenges people face and is ready to help. That’s where I come in. I’m Joseph Andrew Jones, a dedicated general practitioner offering legal services in Criminal Defense, Probate, Personal Injury, Juvenile Law, Workers' Compensation, Real Estate Law, Bankruptcy, and more. No matter what life throws your way, I’ll stand by your side to help you navigate it. I pride myself on being approachable, resourceful, and committed to finding solutions. Call me today, and let’s figure out how I can help you.

I am an experienced and dedicated Attorney, representing clients across the Tennessee Valley and North Alabama. My practice areas include a wide array of Personal Injury, Divorce and Family Law matters. I am committed to providing personal attention and treating every case as though it is my most important case. I am proud to have a reputation for hard work and ethical representation for my clients.

I received my B.A. at the University of Alabama in 1989. My J.D. was obtained at Cumberland School of Law, Samford University in 1992. I am a member of the Alabama State Bar, Morgan County...

The Ford Firm practices personal injury law and wrongful death. We represent students in criminal cases such as Marijuana Possession , DUI / DWI, Public Intoxication and other misdemeanors. The Firm also practices in the area of domestic relations including contested and uncontested divorce, custody, visitation and contempt cases.

Kayla is a native of Tuscaloosa and has been practicing law since 2012. Her legal practice is focused in the areas of Family Law, Divorce and Criminal Defense. Kayla is a member of the Tuscaloosa County Bar Association, the Alabama State Bar, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the Volunteer Lawyers Program. Outside of the law, Kayla is a member of the Junior League of Tuscaloosa, serves as an ambassador for the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama , the Panhellenic Advisor for the Alpha Delta Chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi and is...

Mary is a native of Tuscaloosa and a graduate of both the University of Alabama (BS Nursing 1986) and the University of Alabama School of Law (1989). She is also a graduate of Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyer’s College and the National Criminal Defense College.

Mary teaches Trial Advocacy at the University of Alabama School of Law and serves as vice president of the Tuscaloosa County Bar Association. She is a member of the Alabama State Bar, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the Volunteer Lawyers Program.

Outside of the law, Mary is very...

In need of a lawyer in Talladega, Sylacauga, Munford, Lincoln, or Childersburg, Alabama? Joe Carlton, Attorney at Law is a law firm based in Talladega County, Alabama which handles criminal defense, family law, and personal injury cases. Criminal defense cases include felony, misdemeanor, juvenile, DUI, theft, and drug charges. Family law cases include delinquency, divorce, child support, and child custody of children and grandchildren. Personal injury cases include accidental or intentional injuries to person or property. About Joe * Retired Talladega County Assistant D.A. * 31 years of courtroom experience * Wrote the book on DUI’s for Alabama...

I opened my practice in Alexandria, Alabama, in October 2009, being the first law firm in Alexandria. I represent clients in Calhoun and surrounding counties, including Cleburne, Etowah, Talladega, St. Clair as well as a few other counties.

After working for judges learning all sorts of litigation, I found my calling in divorce law. Since then I've fought for what is fair for my clients, always with their best interests at heart. I'm an experienced divorce attorney, arguing and winning cases against in nearly all of the counties in and surrounding Huntsville. This is because I put my heart and soul into each of my clients' cases, no matter the size, from the most straightforward uncontested divorces to ones that require testimonials or involvement of financial experts, psychologists, appraisers, accountants, and business evaluators. I answer...

Coby McEachern Boswell is one of the founding partners of NXTSTEP Family Law, P.C.. located at 401 Pratt Ave. NW, Huntsville, Alabama 35801. Coby Boswell earned his law degree from Birmingham School of Law and since becoming licensed to practice law in the State of Alabama has focused primarily on Domestic Relations/ Family Law related legal matters including: adoptions, child custody disputes, child support, paternity,dependency, terminations of parental rights, fathers’ rights, appeals, alimony, prenuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements, wills and estates, real estateand property division matters, evictions, quiet title actions and other small business matters, such as the establishment of Corporations...

Valerie Brown is the owner and principal attorney of Valerie Brown Law, LLC located in Huntsville, Alabama. She is dedicated to helping clients navigate through the complex legal system by providing high quality and cost-effective legal services. In addition to her practice, Valerie serves as an Adjunct Professor for Antonelli College Online.

Matthew grew up in Waterloo, Alabama and went to the University of Alabama where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He then went to Thomas Goode Jones School of Law in Montgomery. He has worked in the legal field for over 9 years. Matthew represents clients who have been criminally charged or subject to criminal investigation. Matthew’s other practice areas include: family law, juvenile, personnel injury, probate, and more.
Call now to schedule your FREE consultation! Matthew understands the inconvenient burdens that legal problems can cause. This is why Matthew accepts appointments after five and on the weekends.

Drew Sockwell is a Top-Rated Trial Attorney providing legal services to assist in matters pertaining to the following; Automobile Accidents, DUI, Criminal Defense, Divorce, Child Custody, Family Law, Expungement, Adoption, Wills/Trusts/Estates, Conservatorship & Guardianship, DHR, Felony Law, PFA, Domestic Violence, Controlled Substance, Marijuana, Traffic and TPR.

I have ten years experience representing clients in North Alabama. I handle a variety of case types and am dedicated to providing personalized service.
My practice focuses on client centered representation by explaining the law in relation to the issue thus allowing the client to make informed decisions regarding their case and my representation.
My goal is to understand client needs, provide guidance and advocate in a manner consistent with client objectives.

Will Gieske is a seasoned attorney, known for his dedication to justice and legal expertise. Growing up on a small cattle farm in Loretto, Tennessee, Will learned the values of hard work, integrity, and perserverance from a young age. Will earned his undergraduate degree from the University of North Alabama before pursuing his passion for law at Cumberland School of Law in Birmingham, Alabama. After obtaining his Juris Doctorate degree, he honed his trial skills as an Assistant District Attorney with the Lauderdale County District Attorney's office for five years. With invaluable experiance gained, Will opened his own law practice,...