Albert Moore built his Alabama practice around a motto that sets a direct expectation for every client who walks through the door: “Where we treat YOUR family like OUR family.” That phrase is not marketing copy appended to a firm that operates like any other; it reflects a deliberate choice to practice law at a human scale, with two offices in the Birmingham area and a caseload that covers family law, criminal defense, and personal injury.

The firm operates from Mountain Brook and Pell City, serving Birmingham and the surrounding communities of central Alabama. The geographic positioning reflects the firm’s commitment to being accessible, and the hours, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, reflect a firm that maintains consistent availability for the clients it serves.

Practice Areas

The Law Office of Albert Moore handles three core areas of law, each representing a category of legal problem that arrives with significant personal stakes.

Family Law

Family law cases are among the most consequential legal matters a person can face. The outcome of a custody dispute or a divorce proceeding affects the daily lives of everyone involved, often including children who had no role in creating the conflict. The firm handles the full range of family law matters:

Divorce: Alabama law provides for both contested and uncontested divorce. When the parties cannot agree on division of property, custody, or support, the matter proceeds as contested litigation. The firm guides clients through the process with the goal of reaching the best possible outcome under the applicable facts.

Child Custody: Legal and physical custody determinations are made based on the best interests of the child. The firm advocates for its clients’ positions while maintaining focus on outcomes that serve the children involved.

Child Support: Alabama child support calculations follow specific guidelines based on parental income and the custody arrangement. The firm handles both the establishment of support orders and modification proceedings when circumstances change.

Alimony and Spousal Support: Alabama courts consider multiple factors in awarding alimony, including the length of the marriage, the standard of living established during the marriage, and the earning capacity of each spouse. The firm handles both seeking and defending against spousal support claims.

Adoption: Legal adoption involves specific procedural steps and, in most cases, the termination of prior parental rights. The firm handles adoption proceedings for families pursuing this process.

Dependency Cases: Cases in which the state has involvement in the custody or care of a child require specific legal knowledge of Alabama’s dependency statutes and procedures.

Domestic Violence: The firm handles legal matters arising from domestic violence situations, including protective order proceedings.

Guardianship: When an adult or a child requires a court-appointed guardian, the firm handles the legal proceedings to establish that relationship.

Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements: These contracts address the financial rights of spouses in the event of divorce or death. Properly drafted agreements must meet specific legal requirements to be enforceable.

Modification of Orders: When circumstances change after a divorce or custody order is in place, including changes in income, relocation, or changes in a child’s needs, modification proceedings allow the parties to revisit those terms through the court.

Criminal Defense

Criminal charges expose individuals to fines, incarceration, probation, and a permanent record that affects employment, housing, and professional licensing. The firm defends clients against:

Controlled Substance Charges: Drug charges in Alabama range from simple possession to trafficking. The applicable penalties depend on the substance, the quantity, and the defendant’s prior record. The firm handles cases across this range.

Domestic Violence: Criminal domestic violence charges operate separately from civil protective orders, though they often arise from the same incident. Conviction carries potential jail time, a permanent record, and the loss of the right to possess firearms.

Murder and Assault: The most serious criminal charges require the most thorough defense. The firm handles violent crime cases in Alabama courts.

Property Crimes: Theft, burglary, and related property crimes carry varying levels of severity under Alabama law depending on the value of property involved and the manner in which the offense was committed.

Misdemeanors: Even charges that do not carry prison time can have lasting consequences. The firm handles misdemeanor defense with the same diligence applied to felony matters.

Personal Injury

The firm’s personal injury practice covers auto accidents, slip and fall, and wrongful death cases. These cases are handled on a contingency basis, meaning clients pay no attorney’s fee unless the firm recovers compensation.

Location and Service Area

The firm serves Birmingham and surrounding areas in Alabama from two offices.

Mountain Brook office: 3 Office Park Circle, Suite 308, Mountain Brook, AL 35223

Pell City office: 1904 Cogswell Avenue, Pell City, AL 35125

Phone: (205) 440-1442

Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Website: albertmoorelaw.com/

FAQ

Can the firm handle both the criminal and family law aspects of a domestic situation?
Domestic situations often generate both criminal charges and civil family court proceedings simultaneously. For example, a domestic violence incident may produce criminal charges and a civil restraining order petition at the same time. The firm’s practice in both areas means that a single attorney relationship can address both dimensions.

How does contingency fee work for personal injury cases?
The firm handles personal injury cases on a contingency basis. This means the client pays no attorney’s fee unless the firm recovers compensation. The fee is a percentage of what is recovered. If there is no recovery, there is no fee.

What is a postnuptial agreement and is it enforceable in Alabama?
A postnuptial agreement is a contract entered into after marriage that addresses financial rights in the event of divorce or death. Alabama courts have recognized postnuptial agreements, but they are subject to scrutiny for fairness and proper execution. Working with an attorney during the drafting process substantially improves the likelihood of enforceability.

What factors do Alabama courts consider in custody determinations?
Alabama courts make custody decisions based on the best interests of the child. Relevant factors include the age and needs of the child, each parent’s relationship with the child, the stability of each parent’s home environment, and the child’s own preferences if the child is of sufficient age and maturity to express them.

Can a criminal record from a minor charge affect my custody case?
It can, depending on the nature of the charge and how recent it is. Domestic violence convictions are particularly relevant in custody proceedings. Drug charges may also be raised as bearing on a parent’s fitness. The intersection of criminal defense and family law is one of the reasons having a single attorney experienced in both areas can be an advantage.

Closing

Family law, criminal defense, and personal injury cases all share one characteristic: the stakes are personal. A custody ruling changes how often a parent sees their child. A criminal conviction follows a person for decades. An uncompensated injury leaves a family carrying costs they should not have to bear. The Law Office of Albert Moore was built to handle these matters with the kind of attention and care the motto suggests. Two offices in the Birmingham area, consistent hours, and a practice structured around individual clients rather than institutional clients. Reach the firm at (205) 440-1442.