Business Details
22 Years
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Your Trusted Birmingham Criminal Defense & Family Law Firm
Founded in 2004, The Rankin Firm has established itself as a trusted legal advocate in Birmingham and surrounding communities. Our practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and personal injury cases, where we combine personalized attention with thorough legal expertise. With over two decades of combined experience, including prior clerkships with esteemed Alabama judges, we prioritize listening to clients' unique needs to develop tailored strategies. Our commitment to justice drives us to protect clients' rights in criminal matters, resolve family law disputes with compassion, and pursue maximum compensation for injury victims.We operate on a contingency basis for personal injury cases, ensuring accessibility to quality legal representation. Our team's deep understanding of Alabama and federal law, coupled with certifications like Guardian Ad Litem, enables comprehensive case management. Active community involvement through organizations like Big Brothers of Greater Birmingham underscores our dedication to client welfare beyond the courtroom.
Services
Criminal Defense
Family Law
Personal Injury
DUI Defense
Juvenile Crimes
Divorce Representation
Medical Malpractice
Wrongful Death
Child Custody
Drug Crimes
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of Alabama-specific legal experience since 2004
- Our former judicial clerkships provide unique courtroom insights
- Contingency fee structure for personal injury cases ensures access to justice
- Guardian Ad Litem certification for complex child custody matters
- Proven track record in state and federal criminal defense
Associations and certifications
- Guardian Ad Litem Certified
- Who's Who of American Lawyers
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles all felony and misdemeanor charges including DUI, drug crimes, and domestic violence. With former judicial experience, we develop strategic defenses to protect clients' rights and freedom. Our proactive approach begins immediately after arrest to build strong cases.
Family Law
We provide compassionate representation for divorce, child custody, and spousal support matters. Our certified Guardian Ad Litem experience ensures child-focused solutions while protecting financial interests. We handle both negotiated settlements and contested court proceedings.
Personal Injury
Our contingency-based personal injury practice covers auto accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. We aggressively pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain suffering through thorough evidence collection and trial-ready advocacy.
DUI Defense
Specializing in Alabama DUI defense, we challenge license suspensions and criminal charges from first offenses to repeat violations. Our approach combines administrative hearings with criminal court strategy to minimize long-term consequences.
Juvenile Crimes
We defend minors facing charges while focusing on rehabilitation and record protection. Our experience with Alabama's juvenile system helps preserve educational and employment opportunities through alternative sentencing advocacy.
People
Rolando Rankin
Attorney & Founder
Established The Rankin Firm in 2004 after judicial clerkships with Alabama judges. Specializes in criminal defense, family law, and personal injury with Guardian Ad Litem certification. Alabama A&M and Miles Law School graduate.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a criminal arrest?
Remain silent and contact The Rankin Firm immediately. Do not speak to authorities without legal representation to protect your rights.
How does child custody determination work in Alabama?
We help establish custody based on the child's best interests, considering living arrangements, parental fitness, and the child's preferences if age-appropriate.
What compensation can I claim for a personal injury?
Victims may recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care costs through negotiated settlements or court awards.
Can DUI charges be reduced or dismissed?
Our defense strategy examines procedural errors and evidence validity to seek charge reductions, dismissals, or alternative sentencing options.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?
Alabama's statute of limitations typically allows two years from the injury date. Contact us promptly to preserve evidence and witness testimony.
What differentiates your family law practice?
Our former judicial experience and Guardian Ad Litem certification provide unique insights into court decision-making processes for child custody matters.
