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Where Understanding Meets Legal Acumen

Your well-being matters as much as a legal win

Know all your options and potential legal outcomes, every step of the way

Life is hard enough sometimes

Family law disputes shouldn’t make it harder

You’re a person, not a case number. You deserve to feel seen, heard, and understood.

From a young age, we’re surrounded by the enchanting notion of “happily ever after.” However, reality often tells a different story.

 

 

Challenges such as domestic violence, infidelity, mental illness, and substance abuse can profoundly affect our lives, leading to divorce or custody battles.

 

Nobody plans for the fairy tale script to unravel, so most of us struggle to navigate emotional and legal next steps.

 

I’m dedicated to providing the legal representation and guidance my clients need to make informed decisions for themselves and their children.

 

Since 2008, I have devoted my career to family law, with many of those years spent as a guardian ad litem for children.

My heart goes out to the children, who frequently bear the brunt of family law conflicts.

Understanding is encoded in our process, alongside our legal experience

Having encountered many of these issues within my own family, I possess a deep understanding of what my clients and their children endure.





If you require a tenacious advocate to address safety concerns and ensure a fair distribution of assets, we are the legal team you need in your corner.

 

Sometimes, people simply grow apart and need legal guidance to negotiate an agreement so that they can move forward with a fresh start.

 

I am happy to assist with that as well.

 

When your family is in turmoil, everything else in life seems to pale in comparison.

 

I want you to know that I am here to support you.

 

My client-centered approach ensures that you are fully aware of your options and potential legal outcomes so that together we can craft a legal plan to resolution.

 

Your ally in success,

Shelbie Hankey

Advocates for your well-being
Advisors to legal next steps
Allies in moving forward

We’re a small, but tenacious team, fueled by an unshakable commitment to helping families move forward with as much grace and ease as possible.

Shannon Waters

Attorney

Jamie Hankey

Office Manager

Lacey Williamson

Case Manager

Kelly Allbright

Intake Specialist

Catherine Howell

Paralegal

Brad Hankey

Intake Specialist

Clarity

Know your options and potential outcomes

Commitment

Feel seen, heard, and understood, always

Communication

Get a team with a client-first process that makes it easier to just get on with your life.

 

Our Mission + Guiding Values

Alleviate the emotional and legal overwhelm of family law disputes

Our client-first process ensures you know your options, and always feel seen, heard, and understood, so you feel confident every step of the way.

Anna Stewart

Mrs. Hankey and her team are so amazing!!! I’m blessed to have somebody that was be hind me all the way!! She is kind and loves what she does! I can honestly say she doesn’t stop till her job is done and she will make sure it’s done right! Thank y’all so much ❤️

Cody Denton

I have used Hankey law firm for multiple reasons over the last few years. She is always professional and efficient when it comes to getting things done! I will continue to use this law firm and I highly recommend Hankey law firm to anyone needing an attorney!

Neil Yeager

I had a fantastic experience with The Hankey Law Firm. They did a great job with my case, and helped me achieve an outcome that exceeded expectation. If you need someone to represent you for any type of family law issue, I couldn’t recommend them more.

Karrie Smith

She is straight to the point! There is no messing around with this lawyer. She helped me with a drug case and a DHR case. If you are serious about helping yourself , she'll help you.

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You deserve a fresh start, without all the second-guessing

Helping North Alabama families navigate the emotional and legal burdens of family law disputes.