Atty. April Edwards Bauder

Atty. April Edwards Bauder

Ms. Bauder spends the majority of her time in the area of family law, when working with The Merrell Law Firm, LLC.

Hoover Hoover 13 yrs experience 13 year
Call (205) 259-5618 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About April Edwards Bauder at a glance

April Edwards Bauder is a Senior Associate based in Hoover, Alabama, practicing at The Merrell Law Firm, LLC. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on wills, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in AL (2013) and Alabama (2013). Educated at Birmingham School of Law (J.D. AL, 2013) and Florida Southern College (B.S., 1993). Serands clients in Hoover, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Bauder spends the majority of her time in the area of family law, when working with The Merrell Law Firm, LLC. She has assisted clients with divorce, child support, child custody, modifications, wills, negligence claims, and contempt/rule nisi
  • Ms. Bauder is committed to pro bono work as well, and is a frequent volunteer at the Birmingham Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program, which provides free legal services to low-income and disadvantaged citizens
  • She has been recognized in back to back years for her work as a pro bono attorney by the Alabama Supreme Court
  • Ms. Bauder resides in Hoover with her husband and three children
  • She enjoys fundraising for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, watching her children participate in sports (soccer, football, cheerleading), traveling and working out

Practice Areas Explained

April Edwards Bauder's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases April Edwards Bauder handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hoover are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about April Edwards Bauder

Where is April Edwards Bauder's law office located?
April Edwards Bauder's law practice is located in Hoover, Alabama. The firm is The Merrell Law Firm, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does April Edwards Bauder handle?
April Edwards Bauder focuses on wills, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has April Edwards Bauder practiced law?
April Edwards Bauder has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did April Edwards Bauder go to law school?
April Edwards Bauder earned their education at (J.D. AL, 2013); (B.S., 1993).
How can I contact April Edwards Bauder for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. AL
Birmingham School of Law
- 2013
B.S.
Florida Southern College
- 1993

Bar Admissions

AL
Admitted: 2013
Alabama
Admitted: 2013

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