Practice Areas | Guntersville Law, LLC
Practice Areas — Guntersville Law, LLC
Three experienced attorneys serving Guntersville, Marshall County, and North Alabama across six core practice areas — with a commitment to honest counsel, direct access, and results that actually change your situation.
Core Practice Areas
Whether you are facing a divorce, a criminal charge, an injury, or a civil dispute — Guntersville Law has an attorney who handles that area of law every day. Click any practice area to learn more.
Personal Injury
Free consultation · Contingency fee — no recovery, no feeWhen someone else’s negligence changes your life, you deserve an advocate who will fight for every dollar of compensation — for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. You pay nothing unless we win.
- Car and truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Workplace and construction injuries
- Slip and fall accidents
- Wrongful death claims
Paul A. SeckelDivorce & Child Custody
$100 / 30-min consultation · 2026 HB 229 joint custody lawDivorce and custody cases are the most personal legal matters anyone can face. Our attorneys guide Guntersville families through every stage — from contested high-conflict cases to uncontested agreements — with compassion, local court knowledge, and clear strategy.
- Contested and uncontested divorce
- Child custody and parenting plans
- Child support and modifications
- Property division and alimony
- Alabama 2026 joint custody presumption (HB 229)
Paul & EmilyCriminal Defense
$100 / 30-min consultation · Former judge on the teamA criminal charge can follow you for the rest of your life. Our attorneys provide strategic defense that protects your rights, your freedom, and your future — from first appearance through resolution. Tim Jolley’s 18 years as a circuit judge and 12 years as ADA give our criminal defense practice rare inside knowledge of how cases are built and decided.
- DUI and drug charges
- Felony and misdemeanor defense
- Assault and domestic violence
- Theft and property crimes
- Expungements
Paul & TimAppeals
$100 / 30-min consultation · 42-day filing deadlineWhen a trial court makes an error — legal, procedural, or factual — you have the right to challenge that ruling through Alabama’s civil appeals courts. Emily Jolley Seckel’s appellate experience covers the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals and Alabama Supreme Court, with particular strength in family law and custody appeals.
- Alabama Court of Civil Appeals
- Alabama Supreme Court
- Family law and custody appeals
- Civil litigation appeals
- Post-judgment review and modification
Emily Jolley SeckelMediation
Registered Civil & Domestic Relations MediatorTim Jolley is Guntersville Law’s only registered mediator — and one of the most credentialed in North Alabama. Having presided over hundreds of civil and domestic cases as a Marshall County Circuit Judge, he understands exactly what a trial outcome looks like, which makes him unusually effective at helping parties reach realistic settlements.
- Divorce and domestic relations mediation
- Business and contract disputes
- Real estate and property disputes
- Personal injury case mediation
- Construction and probate disputes
Tim JolleyBusiness Law & Estate Planning
$100 / 30-min consultationFrom forming a new business to protecting your family’s assets through a comprehensive estate plan — Guntersville Law helps individuals and businesses across North Alabama make sound legal decisions that protect their futures.
- Business formation and structure
- Contract drafting and review
- Wills and testaments
- Trusts and asset protection
- Powers of attorney and healthcare directives
Emily & PaulAdditional Legal Services
Beyond our core practice areas, Guntersville Law handles a range of related civil and family law matters. Contact us to discuss your specific situation.
Juvenile Dependency (DHR)
Representation for parents and families in Alabama DHR cases and juvenile dependency proceedings.
Learn more →Child Custody & Visitation
Focused child custody representation including parenting plans, relocation disputes, and modification hearings.
Learn more →Family Law
Comprehensive family law services including adoption, guardianship, name changes, and general family court matters.
Learn more →Legal Resources by Practice Area
Our attorneys publish plain-English legal guides and updates on Alabama law. Browse by practice area below, or visit the full News & Updates archive.
Family Law & Divorce
April 20, 2026
What Happens in Divorce Mediation?
Learn how sessions work, what issues get resolved, and when mediation fits your divorce.
Read article →April 19, 2026
How Is Child Support Calculated in Alabama?
Rule 32, income, custody, the 2026 joint custody law, and how facts affect your number.
Read article →April 18, 2026
How Does Child Custody Work in Alabama?
Legal and physical custody, court factors, parenting plans, and what parents can expect.
Read article →2026 Update
Recent Changes in Alabama Family Law: What Families Need to Know in 2026
How HB 229 and recent court decisions are reshaping custody and divorce in Alabama.
Read article →April 2026
Alabama’s New Joint Custody Presumption — April 2026 Update
The Best Interest of the Child Protection Act and what it means for your custody case.
Read article →Legal Update
Grandparent Visitation Act “Facially Unconstitutional”
What the ruling means for grandparents and families seeking visitation rights in Alabama.
Read article →Criminal Defense
April 17, 2026
First Offense DUI Penalties in Alabama
Jail, fines, license suspension, and how the facts of your case can change outcomes.
Read article →Legal Guide
Should You Refuse a Blood, Urine, or Breath Sample if Suspected of DUI?
Alabama’s implied consent law, the consequences of refusal, and what to know before deciding.
Read article →Legal Guide
What Is Expungement and How Can It Help You?
Who qualifies, what records can be cleared, and what the process looks like in Alabama.
Read article →Alabama Law & Legal Updates
“Mr. Seckel is a great lawyer. He was very helpful and handled my divorce and child custody case very quickly. He answered all of my questions and was very kind when I was going through a very tough time. I highly recommend him to anyone who may need an attorney.”— Verified Client · Divorce & Child Custody · Guntersville, AL · See all testimonials →
Serving North Alabama
Not Sure Which Practice Area Fits Your Situation?
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Free consultation for personal injury · $100 / 30 min for all other matters · Mon–Thurs 8am–5pm · Fri by appointment
