Alford Law Office

Alford Law Office is a trusted regional practice based in Paducah, Kentucky, serving families and individuals throughout western Kentucky and southern Illinois with dedicated advocacy in divorce, family law, and criminal defense matters. Founded by Jeffery P. Alford, the firm has earned particular distinction as the only multi-attorney law firm in its region whose attorneys are all licensed to practice in both Kentucky and Illinois, and the only multi-attorney firm in the area focused specifically on family law and criminal defense representation.

Jeffery P. Alford, the founder, is a Paducah native with deep roots in the community he serves. Born in Paducah, Jeff has invested his legal career in serving the families and individuals of western Kentucky and southern Illinois, building expertise and relationships grounded in genuine connection to the region. His 26 years of experience in family law represent more than two decades of focused dedication to helping families navigate divorce, custody disputes, and related legal challenges.

What makes Jeffery Alford particularly distinguished in his field is his membership in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, one of the most prestigious and selective professional organizations for family law attorneys. The Academy limits membership to attorneys of the highest caliber, requiring demonstrated expertise, professional reputation, and ethical standing. Remarkably, Jeffery P. Alford is the only attorney west of Bowling Green, Kentucky and south of O'Fallon, Illinois to have earned membership in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. This distinction places him among an elite group of family law attorneys, recognized nationally for exceptional skill and professional achievement.

Jeffery has tried numerous divorce, custody, civil, and criminal cases to final judgment or verdict, bringing the kind of courtroom experience that comes from decades of litigating contested matters. Rather than settling every case or avoiding litigation, Jeff is willing and able to take cases to trial when necessary, protecting his clients' interests through skilled trial advocacy before judges and juries.

Alford Law Office has grown to become a multi-attorney firm, allowing the handling of multiple client matters simultaneously while maintaining quality representation. The firm's distinctive characteristic is that all of its attorneys are licensed to practice in both Kentucky and Illinois. This multi-state licensing is significant because it allows the firm to represent clients whose legal matters cross state lines—for example, when divorcing parties live in different states, when property is located in different states, or when custody matters involve children with connections to multiple states.

The firm is the only multi-attorney law firm in the region whose practice focuses specifically on representing families in divorce and criminal defense matters. Rather than being a general practice firm that dabbles in family law alongside wills, real estate, business law, and other areas, Alford Law Office has deliberately focused its practice on the two areas where it has developed particular expertise: family law and criminal defense. This focus allows the firm to maintain deep knowledge of these practice areas and provide clients with attorneys who specialize in their specific legal challenges.

The firm's family law practice encompasses divorce representation, child custody matters, and related domestic relations issues. The attorneys have the experience and skill to represent clients in both negotiated settlements and contested litigation, allowing them to pursue whatever approach is most appropriate to each client's situation and goals. Some cases benefit from settlement and mediation; others require aggressive courtroom advocacy. Alford Law Office is equipped for either pathway.

The criminal defense practice complements the family law work. Many clients facing family law challenges also face criminal charges; having attorneys who can address both dimensions of their legal problems creates significant practical advantages. Additionally, domestic violence sometimes becomes part of family law proceedings, making understanding of criminal law particularly valuable in custody disputes and protective order matters.

The firm's location at 1701 Kentucky Avenue in Paducah positions it centrally for clients throughout western Kentucky and southern Illinois. The firm is licensed to serve clients across this region, bringing multi-state expertise to clients whose legal matters involve both states.

Alford Law Office's reputation is reflected in its strong client reviews. With a 4.5 star rating based on 93 client reviews, the firm has consistently earned praise for the quality of legal representation and the effectiveness of case outcomes. Clients report feeling heard, understood, and effectively represented by attorneys who genuinely care about their cases.

For individuals in western Kentucky and southern Illinois facing divorce, child custody disputes, or criminal defense matters, Alford Law Office offers something distinctive: a multi-attorney firm where all attorneys are licensed in both states, led by one of the region's most accomplished family law attorneys and the only American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers member in the area. Jeffery Alford and his team bring 26 years of focused family law expertise, commitment to clients, and willingness to pursue whatever legal strategies best serve client interests. Contact Alford Law Office at (270) 444-1120 to discuss how the firm can serve your family law or criminal defense needs.