Atty. Michael Scott Harwell
Attorney Scott Harwell, owner of Harwell Law Firm LLC, is a follower of Christ and has provided legal counsel from a Biblical Christian perspective for over 27 years as an Alabama attorney. As a Christian attorney, Mr.
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Michael Scott Harwell is a Member based in Chelsea, Alabama, practicing at Harwell Law Firm. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, employment, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1995) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama (1996). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1995) and Auburn University (B.S., 1992). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Birmingham and American Bar Associations Alabama State Bar Christian Legal Society The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Alabama Trial Lawyers Association Alabama Trial Lawyers Association Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chelsea, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Attorney Scott Harwell, owner of Harwell Law Firm LLC, is a follower of Christ and has provided legal counsel from a Biblical Christian perspective for over 27 years as an Alabama attorney
- As a Christian attorney, Mr. Harwell believes that — other than God — family is the most important aspect of a person’s life
- He employs Biblical legal principles in advising and representing clients
- In most cases, his initial strategy is to help clients avoid legal disputes altogether
- If that’s not possible, or the matter is already in motion, he works diligently to resolve legal issues and seeks to negotiate a fair, reasonable settlement before entering into costly litigation
- When necessary, he will aggressively and diligently litigate and represent your interests at trial
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Michael Scott Harwell's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Scott Harwell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael Scott Harwell is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alabama →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Michael Scott Harwell is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Alabama →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Michael Scott Harwell is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Alabama →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael Scott Harwell is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alabama →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael Scott Harwell is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Chelsea 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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