Beverly Jean Howard, Criminal Defense Attorney in Montgomery, Alabama

Beverly concentrates on criminal defense, elder law, family law, general, and juvenile. Each area below outlines the kind of case Beverly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Elder Law

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• Family Law

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• General

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• Juvenile

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• Medical Malpractice

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• Personal Injury

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• Probate

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Beverly's primary office is at 640 S. McDonough St., Montgomery, AL, 36104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Beverly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Beverly discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Beverly for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Beverly walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Beverly offer a free consultation?

  Beverly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Beverly's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Beverly's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Alabama typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Beverly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Beverly take my case if I'm outside Montgomery?

  Beverly is licensed in Alabama. Matters governed by Alabama law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Beverly will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Beverly?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Beverly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Beverly accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Beverly's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.