Legal Practice Areas — Guntersville Law, LLC

Three experienced attorneys serving Guntersville, Marshall County, and North Alabama. Personal injury, criminal defense, divorce and child custody, appeals, mediation, and estate planning — since 2014.

3Attorneys

65+Years Combined Exp.

6Practice Areas

8AL Counties Served

Practice Areas

Six practice areas handled daily by experienced Alabama attorneys. Click any area for full details, case types, and attorney contacts.

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Personal Injury

Free Consultation

Car accidents, workplace injuries, and wrongful death. No fee unless we win.

Car & truck accidents
Workplace & construction injuries
Wrongful death claims

Paul A. Seckel View practice area →

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Divorce & Child Custody

$100 / 30 min

Contested & uncontested divorce, custody, support, and property division. Updated for 2026 HB 229 joint custody law.

Child custody & visitation
Family law (adoption, guardianship)
Juvenile dependency (DHR cases)

Paul Seckel & Emily Seckel View practice area →

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Criminal Defense

Former Circuit Judge

DUI, drug charges, felonies, misdemeanors, and expungements. Former Marshall County Circuit Judge Tim Jolley on the team.

DUI & drug charge defense
Felony & misdemeanor defense
Expungements

Paul Seckel & Tim Jolley View practice area →

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Appeals

$100 / 30 min

Alabama Court of Civil Appeals & Supreme Court. Family law, civil, and custody appeals. 42-day filing deadline.

Alabama Court of Civil Appeals
Alabama Supreme Court
Family law & custody appeals
Post-judgment modifications

Emily Jolley Seckel View practice area →

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Mediation

Registered Mediator

Registered Civil & Domestic Relations Mediator. Divorce, business, real estate, personal injury, and probate disputes.

Divorce & domestic relations mediation
Business & contract disputes
Real estate & property disputes

Tim Jolley — Former Circuit Judge View practice area →

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Estate Planning & Business Law

$100 / 30 min

Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, business formation, and contracts.

Wills, trusts & asset protection
Powers of attorney & healthcare directives
Business formation & contracts

Emily Seckel & Paul Seckel View practice area →

The Legal Team

Three experienced attorneys — including a former Marshall County Circuit Judge — serving Guntersville and North Alabama.

Paul A. Seckel Attorney at Law · Founder

Personal injury · Divorce & custody · Criminal defense · Business law

(256) 571-5012 direct Schedule online ($100 / 30 min) → View full profile →

Emily Jolley Seckel Attorney at Law

Appellate law · Divorce & custody · Estate planning · Civil litigation

(256) 505-2528 direct Schedule online ($100 / 30 min) → View full profile →

Tim Jolley Attorney · Former Circuit Judge · Mediator

Criminal defense · Mediation · Property law · 18 yrs as Circuit Judge · 12 yrs as ADA

(256) 571-5051 direct View full profile →

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Plain-English guides to Alabama law from our attorneys.

Family Law What Happens in Divorce Mediation in Alabama? Family Law How Is Child Support Calculated in Alabama? Family Law How Does Child Custody Work in Alabama? Family Law · 2026 Recent Changes in Alabama Family Law — 2026 Family Law · 2026 Alabama’s New Joint Custody Presumption (HB 229) Family Law Grandparent Visitation Act Ruled Unconstitutional Criminal Defense First Offense DUI Penalties in Alabama Criminal Defense Should You Refuse a Blood, Urine, or Breath Sample? Criminal Defense What Is Expungement and How Can It Help You? Personal Injury How to Choose the Right Personal Injury Lawyer

Contact & Location

Guntersville Office

1320 Gunter Ave, Suite A
Guntersville, AL 35976

(256) 571-1529 main
Fax: (256) 486-9660
paul@guntersvillelaw.com

Office Hours

Mon–Thurs: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: By appointment

Counties Served

Marshall · Jackson · Cherokee · DeKalb · Etowah · Blount · Cullman · Morgan

Not sure which practice area fits your situation?

Call the firm or schedule a consultation — we’ll point you to the right attorney for your circumstances.
Personal injury consultations are free. All other matters: $100 / 30 min.

Schedule with Paul (256) 571-5012 · $100 / 30 min Schedule with Emily (256) 505-2528 · $100 / 30 min Call (256) 571-1529 Mon–Thurs 8am–5pm

Free consultation for personal injury cases · Evening & weekend calls by arrangement

Willie Jean Hubbard Jr

1829 days ago

Good lawyers they do there to win your case

Lynn Parker

899 days ago

Paul took on my case spur of the moment and did a very good job. Thank you Paul!

Jeremy Burrage

1548 days ago

I used Emily Jolly to represent me in my divorce after . She got me exactly what I wanted (I was being very reasonable) and she did it VERY quickly. She was kind, understanding, and always got back to me very quickly which I appreciated immensely. I would also add that her billing was completely appropriate and I was pleasantly surprised how reasonable her rate was and what the final bill came out to be. I happily refer her to dear friends and family.

Julie Chacon

3305 days ago

The Attorney was very nice and knowledgeable. I felt a lot better after I left because he made me understand what was going to happen.

Vickie Thompson

3175 days ago

This attorney is up to date on the new laws concerning people in Alabama. He was the attorney when my daughter and I went to court for custody. We wasn't saying she was unfit but this wasn't the case it was the opposite of that. We with his advice decided custody wasn't in our best interest. On my case concerning my dads will. I am not the executor but I was told by the executor to do things concerning our dads property. This actually wasn't legal. He helped me not to go to jail. He told me my rights for the state of Alabama as a child of a deceased parent. To be careful of everything I did and what I could do legally and what is illegal. He took his time and was very direct.

Lori B

590 days ago

Excellent Law Firm for all your needs

Viancalina Rodarte

626 days ago

Where to even begin…I truly believe God led me to Paul. I was in the darkest time of my life. Not only was he honest and was always on top of everything. He always greeted me with a smile. Not only was he my attorney he actually cared and showed genuine passion for what he does. I wasn’t just another client. He was like a father figure making sure I was safe during court. Since I was going through a Divorce with an unpredictable person. He never showed fear and met everything head on. His wife is the sweetest as well. They truly care about their clients. And take pride in what they do. Between God and Paul they made the impossible happen. And made the truth shine brighter than the lies. I will truly always be grateful for the work Paul put into my divorce. And I highly recommend his Law Firm. Thank you Paul if you are reading this I will always be grateful for your kindness.

Johnny Davis

1071 days ago

From start to finish Paul Seckel has been nothing but great! He treated me like family. It took my case over a year to end. Needless to say, the court ruled in my favor. I would highly recommend Paul Seckel for your next Attorney.

M B

2531 days ago

I'm not local, but was visiting the area and needed an attorney for a friend with a Felony!. Luckily, found Paul and retained his services. He not only got my friend out of jail asap, he got a good plea deal for my friend. In addition, he went beyond what most attorneys would do and got some personal property returned. Believe me, hire Paul and listen to his advice. He knows what he's talking about!

Cory Havis

255 days ago

Emily is the best even with criminal cases!!! Worked a miracle!!! She’s a blessing!!!