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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Alabama
Grainger Hawley & Shinbaum, LLC, with deep roots in Alabama, serves individuals and families through comprehensive legal services. Specializing in bankruptcy law, criminal defense, and civil defense, the firm provides personalized guidance to address financial hardships, legal disputes, and criminal charges. Attorneys bring years of experience, offering tailored strategies to protect clients' rights and assets.The firm prioritizes compassionate representation, clear communication, and proactive solutions, emphasizing individualized attention to achieve favorable outcomes. With offices in Montgomery and Prattville, the team advocates for clients' interests in both state and federal courts, ensuring accessible legal support through free consultations and flexible payment options.
Services
Bankruptcy Law
Criminal Defense
Estate Planning
Family Law
Probate
Highlights and features
- We offer free initial consultations for bankruptcy, criminal defense, and family law.
- Our attorneys combine years of experience with personalized legal strategies.
- We provide emergency after-hours appointments for urgent legal needs.
- Clear communication ensures clients understand every step of their case.
- We advocate for clients' rights with a focus on community-rooted service.
Services
Bankruptcy Law
Grainger Hawley & Shinbaum assists individuals and businesses in overcoming financial hardship through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Attorneys evaluate clients' circumstances to determine the best approach for debt discharge or reorganization. Services include halting garnishments, repossessions, and foreclosures while ensuring compliance with Alabama exemptions. The firm emphasizes transparent fee structures and flexible payment options to accommodate clients' financial constraints.
Criminal Defense
The firm represents clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges in Alabama, including DUI, domestic violence, and drug offenses. Attorneys prioritize protecting clients' rights through strategic defense, evidence evaluation, and negotiation. Services extend to appellate representation and guidance on minimizing long-term consequences. The team emphasizes proactive communication to keep clients informed throughout the legal process.
Family Law
Grainger Hawley & Shinbaum handles divorce, child custody, alimony, and adoption cases with a focus on compassionate advocacy. Attorneys work to resolve disputes amicably while preparing for litigation when necessary. Services include modifying existing orders and establishing paternity. The firm emphasizes protecting clients' interests in property division and child support matters.
Estate Planning
The firm assists clients in creating wills, establishing guardianships, and navigating probate proceedings. Services include guiding executors through asset distribution and resolving contested wills. Attorneys ensure estate plans align with clients' wishes and provide support in adoption and conservatorship matters.
Civil Defense
Civil defense services focus on defending clients against lawsuits, including consumer debt and contract disputes. Attorneys evaluate cases early to develop strategic defenses, seeking pretrial resolutions or courtroom advocacy. The firm emphasizes protecting clients' assets and rights through motions practice and settlement negotiations.
People
Brad Hawley
Attorney
Brad Hawley, a former Army enlisted member, specializes in bankruptcy, civil, and criminal defense. He advocates for clients' rights with experience in both prosecuting and defending cases in state courts.
Charles Grainger
Attorney
Charles Grainger provides legal expertise in bankruptcy and civil law, offering strategic solutions for clients facing financial or civil litigation challenges.
Richard Shinbaum
Attorney
Richard Shinbaum focuses on criminal defense and bankruptcy cases, combining legal acumen with client-centered advocacy to navigate complex legal issues.
Questions
What practice areas does Grainger Hawley & Shinbaum specialize in?
The firm specializes in bankruptcy law, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and probate matters across Alabama.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, free consultations are available for bankruptcy, criminal defense, and family law cases to discuss your legal options.
What are the benefits of Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Chapter 7 allows debt discharge for unsecured debts like credit cards, helping individuals retain exempt assets such as homes and cars.
How can I schedule an emergency legal appointment?
Emergency after-hours appointments are available; contact the firm directly at 334-361-7750 for urgent assistance.
What payment methods are accepted?
The firm accepts cash, checks, and major credit cards, with flexible payment options for legal services.
Are there financing options for legal fees?
Transparent fee structures and flexible payment arrangements accommodate clients' budgets, though formal financing is not offered.
Reviews (7)
Neely Harris
Jul 29, 2021
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The staff at Hawley & Associates are the BEST. They took the time to answer all questions, they were AWESOME from START TO FINISH. Mrs. Collins for ALWAYS REPLYING BACK AND BRAVO ZULU for the first upfront conversation. Nikki for great customer service over the phone. Mr. Hawley DOWN THE BEST!!!! At court he was prepared, well dressed and WON the case in a tough location and TOUGH judge. NO other Attorney in the area can COMPARE to the Professionalism, Knowledge and Experience of the office at HAWLEY & Associates. AWESOME work, All the way from Gulfport, MS. THANKS...highly RECOMMEND.
Robert Farrug
Jul 02, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
He was a awesome attorney please understand he made a felony go down to a lesser charge and no matter what he went out of his way to listen to me to what I wanted not what the prosecutor wanted !!! He works hard tooo
He was a awesome attorney please understand he made a felony go down to a lesser charge and no matter what he went out of his way to listen to me to what I wanted not what the prosecutor wanted !!! He works hard tooo
J. Brock
Jul 02, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
Thankful to Brad and his staff for helping us wrap up the adoption of one of my boys. It took a long time dealing with court, and all the hoops we had to go through to finalize it, especially during covid. Very knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend using Hawley & Associates for handling adoptions.
Thankful to Brad and his staff for helping us wrap up the adoption of one of my boys. It took a long time dealing with court, and all the hoops we had to go through to finalize it, especially during covid. Very knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend using Hawley & Associates for handling adoptions.
Brandy Parrish
Jun 30, 2021
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My husband and I are so glad that we came to Brad and his staff when we were seeking an attorney to handle our adoption case. They were all so helpful throughout the entire process. Brad is very down to earth. From the time that we arrived for the initial consultation, we knew that we had come to the right place. Thank you so much for your help!
DeLisa Chambers
May 06, 2021
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I am very happy with the help of Hawley & Associates. Not only were they on their game in helping me, but they are really nice people to deal with. They were genuinely interested in helping me and were so kind. I highly recommend them.
Abby Thompson
Dec 23, 2020
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Brad and his staff are the most dependable and trustworthy group I have had the pleasure of working with. We had a complex case dealing with terminating parental rights that took a while to have resolved, Brad and his staff kept my husband and I up to date every step of the way and made the process as easy and stress-less as possible for us. If we ever need any type of legal representation in the future Brad is the only person we will see. We trust him with our family and recommend him to anyone seeking a dependable and honest lawyer.
Sandra Thomas
Jul 03, 2020
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I DO NOT HATED THIS PLACE They have been absolutely 100 with me an they are very caring an concern for whatever issues you have iam truly please with this firm@i would recommend anyone to reach out to them if they Need a Lawyer
