Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Opelika, AL
Hand Law Firm has provided dedicated legal representation for over 25 years, specializing in criminal defense, DUI/DWI, expungements, family law, and personal injury cases across Alabama and Georgia. Our approachable attorneys prioritize client needs, offering compassionate guidance while navigating complex legal systems. With deep local court knowledge and a focus on achieving favorable outcomes, we serve individuals facing charges ranging from traffic violations to serious felonies.Our team combines extensive trial experience with personalized service, ensuring clients receive strategic defense and support for matters like child custody, divorce, and wrongful death claims. Recognized for integrity and expertise through Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent ratings, we maintain a client-centric philosophy rooted in transparency and accountability.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI/DWI Defense
Expungement Services
Family Law Representation
Personal Injury Claims
Traffic Violation Defense
Theft Crime Defense
Juvenile Law Cases
Mediation Services
White Collar Crime Defense
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of Alabama and Georgia courtroom experience
- Our attorneys provide compassionate, client-focused legal guidance
- We handle complex cases from traffic violations to felony defense
- We combine local court knowledge with aggressive trial advocacy
- Recognized for integrity through Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent ratings
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
What people say
Compassionate attorneys
Proven results
Excellent communication
Client-focused approach
Local court knowledge
Services
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing criminal charges in Alabama and Georgia courts. Our attorneys handle cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies including assault, drug crimes, and white collar offenses. With over 25 years of trial experience, we develop strategic defenses to protect clients' rights and minimize consequences through plea negotiations or courtroom advocacy.
DUI/DWI Defense
Our firm challenges DUI/DWI charges by examining evidence from traffic stops to chemical testing. We represent clients in license suspension hearings and criminal proceedings, leveraging knowledge of Alabama's Implied Consent laws. Our defense strategies address Breathalyzer accuracy, field sobriety test validity, and constitutional rights violations to achieve charge reductions or dismissals.
Expungement Services
We help clients clear criminal records through expungement processes in Alabama. Our attorneys evaluate eligibility based on dismissed charges, acquittals, or juvenile offenses. We handle petitions to destroy arrest records and court documents, enabling clients to legally deny past arrests when applying for employment or professional licenses while advising on exceptions for public office applications.
Family Law Representation
We assist with adoption, child custody, divorce, and juvenile law matters across Alabama. Our approach prioritizes children's welfare in custody disputes while addressing property division and spousal support. For juvenile cases, we defend against criminal charges while handling guardianship issues, combining courtroom advocacy with mediation to resolve family conflicts efficiently.
Personal Injury Claims
We represent clients injured in auto accidents, nursing home abuse, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. Our attorneys calculate compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain suffering. We investigate liability involving trucking companies, healthcare providers, and product manufacturers to secure settlements or verdicts that cover current and future damages through thorough litigation.
People
Benny Charles Hand
Founding Partner
Admitted to Alabama Bar in 1990 with 32+ years experience. Handles criminal defense, family law, and probate. Municipal Judge for 20+ years. Graduated from Cumberland School of Law. Speaks fluent Spanish. Born in Valley, Alabama.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout Alabama and Georgia including Opelika, Auburn, Montgomery, Valley, Lanett, West Point, Lagrange, Phenix City, and Columbus.
How much does a consultation cost?
We offer free initial consultations for all legal matters. Contact us at 334-203-7696 to schedule your appointment.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and checks for legal services. Payment plans may be available depending on case complexity.
How long will my case take?
Case duration varies by complexity. Traffic violations may resolve in weeks while felony cases can take months. We provide estimated timelines during your initial consultation.
Can you handle both criminal and family law matters?
Yes, our firm practices in both criminal defense and family law, including DUI/DWI, divorce, child custody, and juvenile cases.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide mediation through Hand Mediation, LLC for various legal disputes as an alternative to courtroom litigation.
