Criminal Law Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama
James Woodfin Parkman III, known as Jim Parkman, is an accomplished criminal defense attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, with more than four decades of experience since 1979. He represents clients in complex state and federal criminal cases, including white-collar investigations, fraud, bribery, money laundering, drug charges, violent felonies, and murder cases. As lead counsel for HealthSouth CEO Richard Scrushy, Parkman secured acquittals on all 36 counts in a high-profile federal fraud prosecution. He also achieved a complete acquittal on all 19 counts for a state senator in the Alabama Bingo Trials.
Recognized for his trial skills, strategic preparation, and commitment to client advocacy, Parkman has been named among the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, listed by Super Lawyers, and awarded the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® distinction in 2026. He provides individualized criminal defense representation, carefully preparing each case and working to protect clients’ rights, reputations, careers, and freedom.
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