Goodwater Family Lawyers

I have invested my life in a world of practical and academic experience to achieve balance and explore the liberties of this country. With 11 years of experience in the legal field, you know you can count on me to provide a strategic solutions to any of your legal problems. You can review my credentials from my education, legal experience, and rewards I have received from our community.

It has been my personal mission to provide my clients with justice without judgment. You can rest assured that we will never treat you like just another case.

Jennifer first attended Faulkner University where...

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,...

Mr. Sam P. Dixon, III was born in Mobile, Alabama. The great-grandson of the Alabama Governor, Frank Dixon, Sam has come from a long family history of politics and the legal profession. Mr. Dixon always admired and respected the legal profession and aspired to help people obtain justice and fairness through the legal process. Sam obtained his bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama and then decided to continue his career in law. After receiving his law degree from Faulkner University in just two and a half years, Mr. Sam Dixon went on to clerk for both the Alabama Department...

Candace (Candi) Peeples has earned a reputation as a leader among family law attorneys in Alabama and the U.S. She brings her experience, focus and passion for excellence to each client she represents. Candi Graduated from the University of Georgia in 1997 and earned her law degree cum laude from Samford University Cumberland School of Law in 2000, where she was a member of the law school’s nationally recognized competitive trial teams for 2 years. Candi has been rated by Martindale-Hubbell as “AV” for several years. Candi gained experience with high-asset and high conflict divorces, working at The Crittenden Firm, P.C....

Nika D. Gholston is an Alabama native. She graduated cum laude from Alabama A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in 2001 and received her Juris Doctor from Cumberland School of Law, Samford University in 2005. At Cumberland, Nika focused her studies on alternative dispute resolution techniques and was a member of the Cumberland National Mediation Team. In 2005, the team placed first at the American Bar Association (ABA) National Mediation Competition in Los Angeles, CA. Nika went on to represent the United States at the Inaugural International Chamber of Commerce Mediation Competition in Paris, France.

After law school,...

Family law has always been a passion for Ms. Martin. She has focused her entire career on family law and continues to maintain her practice where her passion is. She began clerking for the Honorable Judge Bailey in family and juvenile court before going into private practice. Ms. Martin has a passion for people and truly loves her work.

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 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.

A native of Andalusia, Melissa Campbell is a dedicated Alabama Attorney. Her practice is focused on Probate, Contract, Collection, Family Law and Personal Injury. Ms. Campbell's decades of experience, knowledge and skill ensure that her clients are in good hands. She is committed to providing outstanding service and representation.

Ms. Campbell received her B.A. from Auburn University. In 1990, she earned her J.D. from the Jones School of Law.

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Kia Scott is a certified mediator, licensed attorney, and an active member of several legal associations. Scott assists families with divorce, adoptions, custody, and child support issues. As a mediator and arbitrator, she is also well-known for assisting families and governmental agencies in resolving dispute pre-litigation. Scott is the Principal Attorney and Mediator at K Scott Law,LLC.

Chris Reid graduated from Samford University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He then received his law degree from Cumberland School of Law in May 2010. Mr. Reid has held policy positions working for the Alabama Policy Institute and the Heritage Foundation in Washington D.C, where he also interned for House Republican Whip Roy Blunt. While in law school, Mr. Reid worked as a summer law clerk for the Alabama Attorney General Office and Rushton, Stakely, Johnston & Garrett (a prominent law firm in Montgomery).Upon graduating law school, Chris held the position of Health and Judiciary...

Graduated from University of Alabama Law School in December 1978, Obtained BA at U of A in 1975. Donna was born in 1955 in Ft Sill Oklahoma to Robert E and Frances Wesson. She has bee selected as a Super Lawyer in 2009 and Top 100 Trial Lawyers in 2013. Donna is a certified NITA trial ad instructor and received that certification from the University of California, Berkley. She is a long time member of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and has established herself as an expert in that area. In just five years she has expanded her...

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Sole Practitioner – Law Office of David B. Norton
Attorney (1990-present)

COURT PRACTICE
Acted as attorney in litigation in numerous cases, jury, and non-jury matters, including personal injury cases ranging from car and truck accidents to medical malpractice, insurance litigation, contract disputes, adoption, divorce, wrongful death, probating estates, fraud, custody litigation, capital murder, and other criminal matters, 1990-present.

GOVERNMENT AGENCY PRACTICE
Acted as counsel for various governmental boards in the State of Alabama, advising boards during official meetings, conducting board elections, working on bond issues, formulating bid specifications for major projects, conducting bid openings, drafting policies and procedures, contracts, resolutions, handling disputes...

As the founding attorney at the Law Office of Zach Horsley, LLC, Birmingham lawyer Zach Horsley helps those with family law concerns navigate the legal system. Before the formation of his present firm, Attorney Horsley served as a public defender in Pikeville and practiced at another firm. He is a graduate of Auburn University and the Appalachian School of Law. Mr. Horsley is licensed to practice in Alabama and the District Court of Northern Alabama. Learn more by contacting his firm today.

Maria Fortune, in addition to being licensed to practice law in Alabama, is licensed to practice law in Washington DC and in Colorado. As a private lawyer, Maria Fortune is able to rely upon her experience as a Private Attorney, a Public Defender, and as an Assistant City Attorney, to implement a more sophisticated approach to seeking justice for families and children. Maria Fortune is not limited to seeking justice in criminal courtrooms, or in family courtrooms, or in civil courtrooms. By establishing the Law Office of Maria Fortune, LLC., Maria Fortune can effectively...

Ty Taylor is an Alabama-based attorney serving clients throughout Central Alabama and experienced in many areas of criminal and civil law. As a Montgomery native and graduate of Troy University and Thomas Goode Jones School of Law (Faulkner University), Ty’s Alabama roots go deep and so does his understanding of the state’s judicial system. In law school, Ty completed an internship with the Supreme Court of Alabama, where he began his career as a staff attorney upon law school graduation. From there, Ty went on to become a Deputy District Attorney for the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, where he prosecuted...

The Morris Firm For Men is a Fathers Rights firm on a mission to balance the scales! This firm was founded by men and for men, with the simple but radical idea, that fathers deserve equal rights to custody, and men deserve equal treatment by the court system.

Born and Raised in Montgomery, Alabama. Graduated troy State University with Accounting degree. Attended Jones School of Law, Faulkner University. Admitted to Practice in Alabama April 1995. Established Private Law Practice August 1995 focusing in Auto Injury & Liability Claims, Personal Injury , Bankruptcy, Family Law, Alimony Claims, Business Law, Construction Law, Earned Alabama Home Builders License in 2003. November 2015, elected to the Montgomery City Council representing District 2 of the City of Montgomery, Alabama.

Austin Burdick graduated summa cum laude from the University of Montevallo, where he studied History. He then attended the Birmingham School of Law at night and worked full time during the day to support his young family. Austin graduated in the top third of his class in law school. While attending law school Austin worked for Merrill Legal Solutions were he gained valuable courtroom and deposition experience as a trial consultant. As a trial consultant, Austin consulted on high profile cases including Richard Scrushy v. HealthSouth. After four years with Merrill Austin entered private practice with a local law firm. After...

No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than services performed by other lawyers. No attorney client relationship is established by the use of any information contained on this site. The varied experiences of Joshua M. Pendergrass, make him ideally suited to serve clients with various needs and case types. Growing up in Fairview, Tennessee, a small town in a rural area outside Nashville, Josh learned from his grandparents, an appreciation for hard work, and for sticking to one's word. Upon graduation from high school, Josh attended Lambuth University, in Jackson, Tennessee, on scholarship. By...

Adrienne Moffett Powell is a native of Birmingham, Alabama. She has been apart of the legal community for over 10 years. She worked for the Law Office of Kevin Roberts and Sammie Shaw prior to becoming a practicing attorney. She has been known to be an aggressive advocate for her clients. Currently, Attorney Powell practices in several surrounding counties, including Jefferson, Shelby, Chilton, St. Clair, Morgan, Bibb and Madison County. She specializes in Adoptions, Divorce, Alimony, Modification, Child Support and Family Law. Feel free to contact Attorney Powell for a free consulation.