Introduction
A not guilty verdict after three hung juries in a fatal road rage shooting case speaks to the kind of persistence that defines Chase Dearman’s practice. Operating from the historic Crescent Building in downtown Mobile, Alabama, Dearman Law Firm brings over 19 years of courtroom experience to criminal defense matters in municipal, state, and federal courts across South Alabama, with a particular focus on serious felony charges and federal criminal cases.
Practice Areas
Capital Murder Defense
The most serious charge under Alabama law, capital murder carries the possibility of life imprisonment or death. Dearman has the trial experience and legal knowledge required to mount a thorough defense in these high-stakes proceedings.
Felony Defense
Felony charges, from violent crimes to property offenses, demand aggressive and strategic defense work. The firm handles all categories of felony accusations, building cases designed to protect clients’ rights and challenge the prosecution’s evidence at every stage.
Federal Criminal Defense
Federal cases operate under different rules, different sentencing guidelines, and with federal prosecutors who bring significant resources to bear. Chase Dearman provides defense in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Alabama, including cases involving firearms charges and other federal offenses.
Drug Charges
The firm defends clients facing the full range of drug-related charges under Alabama law, including distribution, possession, trafficking, and marijuana offenses. Defense strategies focus on examining the legality of searches, the chain of evidence custody, and the strength of the prosecution’s case.
DUI Defense
Alabama DUI charges can lead to license suspension, fines, and incarceration. Dearman challenges the evidence in DUI cases, from the initial traffic stop through field sobriety testing and chemical analysis.
Civil Forfeiture
When the government attempts to seize property connected to alleged criminal activity, the firm represents individuals fighting to retain their assets. Civil forfeiture cases require specific legal strategies distinct from criminal defense, and the firm brings experience in both areas.
Terrorist Threat Charges
Accusations involving terrorist threats carry severe penalties and significant stigma. The firm provides defense representation for clients facing these serious allegations, working to protect both their legal rights and their reputations.
Attorney Profile
Chase Dearman has spent more than 19 years trying cases, persuading judges and juries, and protecting the rights of defendants across South Alabama. His practice spans municipal courts throughout Baldwin and Mobile Counties, including courts in Bay Minette, Daphne, Fairhope, Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Prichard, and Saraland. His recent track record includes securing a not guilty verdict in a fatal road rage shooting case that went through three trials with hung juries before the jury returned in his client’s favor. The firm maintains 24/7 availability for clients facing criminal charges who need immediate legal assistance.
Location and Contact
Dearman Law Firm is located at 208 Dauphin Street, 2nd Floor, Crescent Building, Mobile, AL 36602. The firm is available 24/7 and can be reached at (251) 445-6997.
The firm serves municipal courts throughout Baldwin and Mobile Counties, including Bay Minette, Daphne, Fairhope, Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Prichard, Saraland, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Alabama.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of criminal cases does Dearman Law Firm handle?
The firm handles capital murder, felonies, federal criminal defense, drug charges (distribution, possession, trafficking, marijuana), DUI, civil forfeiture, and terrorist threat charges across municipal, state, and federal courts in South Alabama.
Does the firm handle federal cases?
Yes. Chase Dearman represents clients in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Alabama, including federal firearms charges and other federal criminal matters.
Is the firm available for emergencies outside business hours?
Yes. Dearman Law Firm maintains 24/7 availability for individuals facing criminal charges who need immediate legal representation.
What areas of Alabama does the firm serve?
The firm serves clients throughout Mobile County and Baldwin County, including the municipalities of Bay Minette, Daphne, Fairhope, Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Prichard, and Saraland, as well as federal court in the Southern District of Alabama.