Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Decatur, AL

10 firms listed · 9 in Decatur · 1 open 24/7 · 1 open weekends · 7 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Allen R. Stoner, Attorney at Law

Allen R. Stoner, Attorney at Law

4.7 85 reviews
“They have handled one of our cases and went tremendously well and we are currently with them on another case.”
Open 24 hoursSince 1990
215 2nd Ave SE
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Littrell Law Firm

Littrell Law Firm

4.9 2 reviews
“Extremely professional and accommodating staff for estate planning and trust consult.”
Free consultationBBB A+Since 2015Family-owned
601 Bank St NE
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Jonathan D. Watson, Attorney at Law

Jonathan D. Watson, Attorney at Law

4.8 22 reviews
“Jonathan is sharp, attentive to detail, and always takes the time to explain the process clearly.”
Since 2011
517 Bank St NE Suite D
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White and Iverson

White and Iverson

4.2 16 reviews
“She however kept her composure ,helped calm me and did everything she could to ensure my case was handled with care and professionally.”
Serves North AlabamaSince 2024
219 Moulton St E
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Burney & Burney

Burney & Burney

4.7 12 reviews
“Used Billy two different times and he was great by far they are the best attorneys around.”
Free consultationSince 1992
433 Johnston St SE
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Ogle Law Firm

Ogle Law Firm

4.7 18 reviews
“I am very impressed with this firm and would not hesitate to use them again.”
Serves Decatur, surrounding communitiesSince 2004
207 Johnston St SE Suite 101
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The 10 firms listed for Decatur, AL defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Decatur, AL

9 of the 10 firms we list are based in Decatur; the other one serves Decatur from Athens (16 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 3.9 to 4.9 across 321 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 7 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock and 1 is open on weekends. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 6 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 36 years. 1 offers urgent consultations; 2 offer a free initial consultation and 2 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 9 of the firms on this page; 7 publish a contact page and 5 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Do any criminal law firms listed for Decatur offer free consultations?

2 of the 10 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.

Cole Law Firm

Cole Law Firm

4.2 7 reviews
“Cole was nice an to the point”
Serves North Alabama, Gulf CoastSince 2012
601 Bank St NE
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Eric Summerford Law Office

Eric Summerford Law Office

3.9 10 reviews
“Summerford is a Great Family lawyer that has helped my family for more than 10 years.”
Since 2010
701 2nd Ave SE STE A
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Kusta Kevin R

Kusta Kevin R

4.5 3 reviews
“Mr Kusta worked harder for the kids than anyone could of expected.”
111 Grant St SE
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Thigpen, Engelthaler & Pickens

Thigpen, Engelthaler & Pickens

4.6 26 reviews
“Always professional, friendly, and easy to work with all my transactions that have taken place there.”
Serves AlabamaSince 2007
Athens, AL · 16 mi from Decatur
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