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criminal defense attorney in birmingham, alabama

Handling Serious Criminal Charges in State and Federal Courts

At Jaffe, Hanle, Whisonant & Knight, P.C., our Birmingham criminal defense attorneys take a team approach to every client that walks through our doors. This means that every case receives our full combined experience and attention allowing us to better protect and defend you immediately. We are widely known for our aggressive pretrial litigation strategies. 

Alabama Criminal Lawyers with Over 100 Years of Experience

Our Alabama criminal lawyers recognize that every case is potentially life changing to anyone facing the horror of the criminal justice system. With our proven and acclaimed record, we have your back in any case including the most complex federal criminal or white-collar case

The Defense Lawyers You Can Trust

Our Birmingham criminal defense lawyers are recognized for our dedication and commitment to finding successful resolutions to complex matters. Our statewide and nationally known team of lawyers will fight for you at every level.

Trust your case to our Birmingham criminal lawyers today. We will work on building a strategic and thorough defense the minute you retain our counsel.


Call Jaffe, Hanle, Whisonant & Knight, P.C. at 205-900-7714 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation today.


Clients Share Their Experiences

Read How We Have Helped Others
  • I am very grateful for Mr. Hanle.

    “I am very appreciative of Mr. Hanle and I know he will do what’s best for [my family member]. When I first saw him, I knew he was like the old-school lawyers – well-dressed, well-groomed, good at what he does, but still modest. I am very grateful for him.”

  • Provided us with the highest quality of legal and professional services.

    “I do whole-heartedly recommend Mr. Jaffe and his firm to represent you if you are interested in the best of legal services and the most honest of communication.”

  • They gave me the confidence I made the right choice in reaching out to them!

    I want to Thank Mr. Hanle and the staff for making my daughter's case and being so responsive to the many questions I had since I am clueless about criminal charges and courts! They always listened and responded in a manner that gave me the confidence I made the right choice in reaching out to them. Greatly appreciate the services provided!

A Legacy of Successful Case Work

Known for our legacy of success, many turn to us to help them avoid being charged, as well as after an arrest or serious personal injury in Alabama. We strategize to help create a comprehensive case solution that advocates for your best interests. This client-centered approach has enabled our team to earn a proven and documented reputation for success. Not only do clients turn to us for our expertise and proven record, but lawyers across the Alabama and country refer clients to us, and we have represented lawyers and professionals of all kinds who have faced legal troubles.

  • No Bill Charges
  • Not Guilty

    State v. F.P.

  • Case Dismissed

    State v. L.A.

  • Case Dismissed

    State v. R.G.

  • Case Dismissed

    State v. K.N.

Why Hire Our Firm?

  • Our attorneys have 100+ years of experience collectively.

  • The only firm in the country to free 3 men from death row through new trials.
  • Both senior partners are Past Presidents of the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

  • Our lawyers will give you the attention you deserve.

  • Super Lawyers has recognized our founding partner as one of the top lawyers in the State.

  • All four of the firm's Partners are recognized by Super Lawyers.

  • Highly experienced and knowledgeable in federal courts.

  • We’ve handled thousands of cases for clients throughout Alabama and have developed many successful resolutions.

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We Treat Every Case with the Full Attention & Concern It Deserves
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