We believe every legal challenge deserves a tailor-made solution. We aren’t just legal representatives; we are strategic partners dedicated to protecting your interests in an increasingly complex world.
Our practice is built on three core pillars:
- Integrity: We provide honest, transparent counsel, ensuring you understand every facet of your case.
- Precision: In the law, details matter. We pride ourselves on meticulous preparation and rigorous analysis.
- Tenacity: Whether at the negotiating table or in the courtroom, we are relentless in our pursuit of the best possible outcome for those we serve.
From high-stakes litigation to sensitive private matters, The Hickman Firm provides the steady hand and sharp intellect required to navigate the legal landscape with confidence.
Michael Hickman: Experience You Can Trust
Founding Attorney
Michael Hickman is a seasoned trial lawyer with 29 years of trial experience dedicated to the pursuit of justice inside the courtroom. Unlike many of the high-profile attorneys seen on billboards and television advertisements, Michael has built his reputation through a relentless presence in front of judges and juries, litigating cases throughout the Southeast and across the nation. He has successfully represented clients against the United States Government, state governments, and some of the largest corporations in America.
A Career Forged in the Courtroom
Michael began his legal journey as a prosecutor for the State of Alabama, gaining invaluable insight into the mechanics of the justice system. He transitioned into private practice with a respected trial firm in Mobile, focusing on personal injury law. Since being admitted to the bar in 1997, Michael has handled:
- Approximately 150 Jury Trials
- More than 1,000 Bench Trials
- Millions of Dollars in settlements and verdicts for personal injury clients.
In addition to his injury practice, Michael serves as a trusted advocate for small businesses, navigating complex lawsuits involving breach of contract and fraud.
Experience in Criminal Defense
As a criminal defense attorney, Michael’s track record is defined by a commitment to protecting the freedom of his clients. He has received not guilty verdicts or lesser included charges verdicts in a wide range of high-stakes cases, including:
- Capital Murder and Murder
- Rape and Child Sexual Abuse
- Domestic Violence and Protection from Abuse (PFA)
- DUI (Alcohol and Illegal Substances) and Drug Possession
- DUI/Homicide
His federal defense experience includes bank fraud, wire fraud, identity theft, aggravated identity theft, RICO, bank robbery, and felon in possession charges.
Admissions & Education
A proud product of the local community and the Alabama legal system, Michael is an alumnus of Murphy High School and the University of South Alabama. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Alabama School of Law and was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 1997.
Michael is admitted to practice in all Alabama Courts and all Federal Courts. His extensive jurisdictional experience includes:
- The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals
- All Federal and State Courts in Mississippi
- The Supreme Court of Tennessee and Tennessee Court of Civil Appeals
- The Federal Court Multi-District Litigation Panel on Complex Litigation
Michael Hickman operates on the belief that protecting your rights requires more than just promises; It requires the leverage that only decades of successful results and courtroom experience can provide.
My goal is to simplify the complex. I want my clients to feel empowered by their legal strategy, not overwhelmed by it. — Michael Hickman
When he isn’t in the courtroom, Michael is a dedicated member of the community, constantly seeking ways to elevate the local legal standard and provide mentorship to the next generation of advocates. When you work with Michael, you aren’t just getting a lawyer; you’re getting a fierce protector of your rights.