D. Craig Allred, Appellate Attorney in Montgomery, Alabama
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, General, and Insurance · 4.7/5 rating from 32 verified client reviews
Shareholder
Montgomery, AL
Practicing appellate in Montgomery since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 4.7 ★
- 32 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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D. Craig Allred is a shareholder based in Montgomery, AL. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Insurance. D. has over 22 years of legal experience. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 32 client reviews.
- Based in
- Montgomery, AL
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Appellate · General · Insurance
- Handles Appellate, General, and Insurance matters from Montgomery, AL.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About D. Craig Allred: D. Craig Allred is a shareholder based in Montgomery, AL. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Insurance. D. has over 22 years of legal experience. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 32 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by D. Craig Allred
D. concentrates on appellate, general, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case D. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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General
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Appellate cases in Montgomery, Alabama
D. takes appellate matters in Montgomery, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before D. agrees to represent you.
General cases in Montgomery, Alabama
D. takes general matters in Montgomery, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before D. agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Montgomery, Alabama
D. takes insurance matters in Montgomery, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before D. agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Montgomery, Alabama
D. takes litigation matters in Montgomery, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before D. agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Montgomery, Alabama
D. takes personal injury matters in Montgomery, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before D. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About D. Craig Allred — Over 22 years of Alabama appellate experience
D. Craig Allred is a shareholder based in Montgomery, AL. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Insurance. D. has over 22 years of legal experience. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 32 client reviews.
D. Craig Allred is a lawyer practicing civil practice, insurance defense, motor carrier liability and 4 other areas of law. D. Craig received a B.B.A. degree from Belmont University in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years. D. Craig practices in Montgomery, AL.
Working with D. on a appellate matter
D. Craig Allred is a lawyer practicing civil practice, insurance defense, motor carrier liability and 4 other areas of law. D. Craig received a B.B.A. degree from Belmont University in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years. D. Craig practices in Montgomery, AL.
Who D. represents
D. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, general, and insurance matters in Montgomery and the surrounding Alabama area.
Credentials
D. Craig Allred's legal education and bar admissions
Thomas Goode Jones School of Law at Faulkner University
J.D. · 2004
Belmont University
B.B.A. Auburn · 1998
Jurisdictions
D.'s state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2005 · ACTIVE
Alabama
2004 · ACTIVE
D. studied at J.D. in Thomas Goode Jones School of Law at Faulkner University and B.B.A. Auburn in Belmont University.
Law school and academic background
D. completed J.D. in Thomas Goode Jones School of Law at Faulkner University and B.B.A. Auburn in Belmont University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice D. runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of D. Craig Allred
D. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
D.'s professional memberships and bar associations
Montgomery County Bar Association Alabama State Bar Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
D. Craig Allred's office in Montgomery
D.'s primary office is at 1 Unknown, Montgomery, AL, 36117-7835. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of D. Craig Allred — 4.7/5 rating from 32 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of D.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Montgomery.
4.7
32 client reviews
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How to hire D. Craig Allred — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with D. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
D. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain D.'s office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; D. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Montgomery, Alabama
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for D.
D. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. D. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
D.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about D. Craig Allred
How much does it cost to hire D. for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. D. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does D. offer a free consultation?
D. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain D.'s office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check D.'s current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Alabama typically take?
Simple appellate 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. D. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can D. take my case if I'm outside Montgomery?
D. 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 — D. 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 D.?
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. D. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is D. accepting new appellate clients right now?
D.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Montgomery, Birmingham and Mobile in Alabama
D. handles appellate matters throughout Alabama. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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