Proven Trial Lawyers in Criminal Defense
Because our typical clients face serious prison time if convicted, we are not looking for middle ground. Birmingham, Alabama bases Parkman, Adams & White approaches every case with the goal of dismissed charges or acquittal at trial. Despite long odds and the full resources of the federal government against us, our criminal defense attorneys have secured notable not-guilty verdicts and dismissals in a broad range of felony prosecutions.
White Collar Crime — Trial lawyer Jim Parkman has 30 years of experience and a respected courtroom reputation in defending fraud and financial crimes. He was the natural choice when Richard Scrushy, former CEO of Birmingham-based HealthSouth, was indicted in one of the largest fraud cases in U.S. history.
Parkman, Adams & White has defended on charges of:
- Health Care Fraud — False billings to Medicare, Medicaid or private insurers
- Securities/Broker Fraud — "Pump and dump," insider trading, misrepresentation
- Embezzlement or Theft by executives or employees
- Public Corruption — Bribery and honest services fraud
- Mortgage Fraud/Bank Fraud — Elaborate insider scams, falsified loan applications
Drug Crimes — Our attorneys have defended alleged drug kingpins and others accused of major trafficking, importation and distribution, conspiracy and money laundering.
Federal Crimes — Parkman, Adams & White has the sophistication and federal court experience for conspiracy, money laundering, computer crimes, forgery and all federal charges, including the "lesser" charges that most often result in convictions:
- Mail Fraud/Wire Fraud
- Tax Fraud (unreported income)
- Perjury
- Obstruction of Justice (coercion, destruction of evidence)
Criminal Appeals — We have obtained reversals of convictions and sentences and have handled appellate matters in state and federal courts in Alabama, Georgia and nationwide.
Violent Crimes — Parkman, Adams & White has defended those accused of:
- Murder and hate crimes
- Robbery and burglary
- Assault and battery
- Gun crimes
- Terroristic threats
- Vehicular manslaughter
Alabama and Florida DUI — One of our attorneys has focused his practice on the defense of drunk driving charges, representing clients throughout Alabama, Georgia and the Florida panhandle.
Call us at 205-377-4163, toll-free 1-888-663-3101 or contact us online to arrange a confidential consultation.


