Atty. Cynthia Hooks Umstead

Atty. Cynthia Hooks Umstead

Mrs. Cynthia Hooks Umstead is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, divorce & separation, expungement and 1 other area of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (659) 284-2615 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Cynthia Hooks Umstead at a glance

Cynthia Hooks Umstead is a Member based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Cynthia Umstead Pc. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, and expungement. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1988). Educated at Birmingham School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Birmingham-Southern College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mrs. Cynthia Hooks Umstead is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, divorce & separation, expungement and 1 other area of law
  • Cynthia received a B.A. degree from Birmingham-Southern College in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Cynthia practices at Cynthia Umstead, PC in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Cynthia Hooks Umstead's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cynthia Hooks Umstead handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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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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Expungement & Sealing

Cynthia Hooks Umstead is one of 5,311 expungement attorneys indexed nationally. Browse expungement attorneys in Alabama →

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 Birmingham 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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Where is Cynthia Hooks Umstead's law office located?
Cynthia Hooks Umstead's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Cynthia Umstead Pc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cynthia Hooks Umstead handle?
Cynthia Hooks Umstead focuses on divorce, criminal defense, expungement. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Cynthia Hooks Umstead practiced law?
Cynthia Hooks Umstead has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Cynthia Hooks Umstead go to law school?
Cynthia Hooks Umstead earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Cynthia Hooks Umstead for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Cynthia Hooks Umstead received?
Cynthia Hooks Umstead's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Birmingham School of Law
- 1988
B.A.
Birmingham-Southern College
- 1981

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1988

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