Marvin Simpson is a practicing lawyer in the state of Alabama. Attorney Simpson received his J.D. from the Birmingham School of Law.

Julian Hendrix is a practicing lawyer in the state of Alabama. Attorney Hendrix received his J.D. from the Birmingham School of Law.

Richard S. Jaffe is the founding and senior partner at Jaffe, Hanle, Whisonant & Knight, P.C. in Birmingham, Alabama. With 40+ years of experience, he has tried hundreds of jury trials and represented thousands of clients in both state and federal courts—including professionals from judges to CEOs—delivering fierce, respectful representation while collaborating closely with his exceptional legal team. Additionally, Mr. Jaffe is singular nationally as the only attorney to lead new trials that resulted in the exoneration of three death-row prisoners, and has defended six federal death-penalty cases, including for the Olympic Park bomber Eric Robert Rudolph. He holds top peer-reviewed recognitions, including multiple “Lawyer of the Year” awards from Best Lawyers, longstanding inclusion in Super Lawyers, an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. He’s also served in leadership roles within major criminal defense associations.