Welcome to ACDLA!
The Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association ( ACDLA) serves as the unified voice of the state’s criminal defense community. Its primary mission is to promote excellence in the practice of criminal law. This mission benefits both criminal defense attorneys and criminal defendants as a whole.
Upcoming Events:
2026 ACDLA Last Chance Seminar (Virtual)
Save the Date: Registration Opens October 15, 2026
President's Message
Laura Segers Fikes- ACDLA President
Welcome to the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. It is an honor to serve as President, and I am grateful for the trust the Board and our membership have placed in me to help carry this association's mission forward.
The ACDLA was built on principles that do not bend with time: the presumption of innocence, the right to a zealous defense, and the belief that every person accused of a crime in this state deserves competent, dedicated counsel. Those principles are why this association exists, and they will remain the foundation of everything we do together this year.
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Advocacy
ACDLA’s lobbyists and legislative committee work annually on issues affecting the criminal defense practice. Stay up to date with legal changes by joining.
Collaboration
ACDLA manages an active membership listserv. Ask questions of peers across the state and widen your professional knowledge. Join today to gain access to this resource and more.
Education
ACDLA hosts multiple CLE seminars throughout the year to discuss legal issues challenging the criminal defense bar and showcase experts in the field. Check out upcoming seminars.
