Atty. Chad A. Hopper
Member: Centre First Baptist Church; Centre Lions Club; Cherokee County Children's Advocacy Center (Board President, 2003-2007); Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce (Chairman of Board, 2006-2007); Cherokee County JOBS Task Force (President, 2006—); University of Alabama Alumni Association - Cherokee County Chapter (President, 2004-2005).
Child Custody & More Attorney · Serving Centre, AL · 26+ Years Experience
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About Chad A. Hopper at a Glance
Chad A. Hopper is a Member based in Centre, Alabama, practicing at Buttram Hawkins And Hopper Llc. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, wills, car accidents, and child custody. Admitted to practice in Alabama (2000) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama (2000). Educated at University of Alabama (J.D., 2000) and Jacksonville State University (B.S. Accounting, 1997). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cherokee County (President, 2003-2010) and American Bar Associations Alabama State Bar. Serves clients in Centre, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Chad A. Hopper
Member
- Centre First Baptist Church
- Centre Lions Club
- Cherokee County Children's Advocacy Center (Board President, 2003-2007)
- Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce (Chairman of Board, 2006-2007)
- Cherokee County JOBS Task Force (President, 2006—)
- University of Alabama Alumni Association - Cherokee County Chapter (President, 2004-2005)
Practice Areas Explained
Chad A. Hopper's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chad A. Hopper handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Centre.
DUI / DWI Defense in Centre
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Divorce in Centre
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Wills in Centre
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Car Accidents in Centre
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Child Custody & Visitation in Centre
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Centre
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 Centre 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 venue, 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.
Centre Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Centre-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Centre Choose Chad A. Hopper
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Chad A. Hopper's practice in the field of dui/dwi, divorce, wills, car accidents, and child custody.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Chad A. Hopper brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Alabama and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama, Chad A. Hopper can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, divorce, and wills, Chad A. Hopper can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Centre
A Centre-based practice means Chad A. Hopper attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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