The Peters Law Firm
Legal Support Wherever You Are
At The Peters Law Firm, where ethics, expertise, and empathy intersect, we provide comprehensive legal advocacy tailored to your needs—whether virtually or in person. Specializing in criminal defense and family law, we handle a variety of matters, including DUI charges, traffic tickets, misdemeanors, felonies, and more. In family law, our empathetic approach supports clients navigating divorces and child custody matters. Offering the flexibility of virtual consultations alongside in-person meetings when needed, we proudly serve clients in Auburn, Opelika, Valley, Lanett, and surrounding areas. Your rights and best interests remain our top priority every step of the way.
Family Law & Criminal Law, Lee and Chambers Counties
Practice Areas
At The Peters Law Firm, we provide the following legal services.
Felony Cases
At The Peters Law Firm, we provide comprehensive felony defense, addressing serious matters such as drug trafficking, assault, robbery, and other felony charges. We deliver strategic legal representation tailored to the specifics of your case.
Misdemeanor Cases
From minor offenses like petty theft to more serious charges such as assault or minor drug possession, our firm is here to help. The Peters Law Firm offers personalized representation, guiding clients through the intricacies of misdemeanor cases, including a range of charges such as disorderly conduct, public intoxication, domestic violence, and trespassing.
Uncontested Divorces
The Peters Law Firm is dedicated to guiding clients through uncontested divorces with care and efficiency. We offer compassionate legal advice, ensuring a smooth and amicable resolution tailored to your unique family situation.
Child Custody Cases
In child custody cases, The Peters Law Firm stands as your dedicated ally, offering tailored assistance to navigate the intricacies of family dynamics. Our firm provides strategic legal guidance, aiming for a just and positive resolution for your custody proceedings.
Child Custody Modification Cases
In legal child custody modification proceedings, The Peters Law Firm stands as your committed partner, delivering personalized support to navigate shifts in family dynamics. Our dedicated attorney provides strategic legal guidance, working towards equitable and positive resolutions while addressing adjustments to existing legal arrangements, including child custody or support agreements.
Contested Divorces
At The Peters Law Firm, our commitment extends to offering comprehensive support for contested divorces. We provide strategic legal guidance from experienced professionals to address complexities, ensuring a fair and favorable resolution tailored to your unique family dynamics.
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About The Peters Law Firm
The Peters Law Firm is your trusted source for dedicated legal representation in criminal defense and family law matters, proudly serving clients across Lee County and Chambers County.
With extensive experience in criminal defense and family law, The Peters Law Firm brings expertise, empathy, and unwavering commitment to every case. Whether protecting your rights in criminal matters or guiding you through family transitions, we prioritize your needs and deliver personalized, effective solutions.
Based in Lee County, Alabama, and offering the flexibility of virtual consultations alongside in-person meetings when needed, The Peters Law Firm is passionate about providing exceptional legal services that create meaningful, positive change in the lives of our clients.
Family Law & Criminal Law Legal Team
Meet the team
As the founder and sole attorney, Danyel Peters brings a wealth of experience and unwavering commitment to every client served at The Peters Law Firm. We believe in quality over quantity, focusing on providing personalized virtual legal services that make a real difference in your case.
Danyel is not just an attorney; she is your personal advocate, combining legal expertise with a compassionate approach. Specializing in criminal defense and family law, Danyel works closely with each client, ensuring that every case receives the attention it deserves. Virtual consultations offer clients the flexibility to seek legal support from the comfort of their homes or offices, saving time and reducing stress while still receiving the high-quality service they deserve.
At The Peters Law Firm, we are committed to ethical practice and client satisfaction. Danyel goes above and beyond to navigate legal challenges effectively, offering the convenience and accessibility of virtual support to meet your needs wherever you are.
C. Danyel Peters
Founder & Attorney
Danyel Peters is a native of Auburn, Alabama. She grew up in Auburn and graduated from Auburn High School. Danyel completed her undergraduate work at Auburn University with a major in Political Science with a focus in law. She then earned a Master’s in Public Administration with a focus and certification in Election Administration from Auburn University. While at Auburn University she interned with the Lee County District Attorney’s office and served as a Graduate Research Assistant where her research contributed to the publication of Professor Steven Brown’s book, “Alabama Justice: The Cases and Faces that Changed a Nation.” Before starting law school Danyel worked with the Chambers County Development Authority in Chambers County, Alabama. Danyel attended Faulkner University’s Thomas Goode Jones School of Law where she earned her Juris Doctorate. While in law school Danyel served as the school’s Honor Court Prosecutor, President of the Jones Public Interest Foundation, and Vice President of the Women’s Legal Society. She was a part of the school’s Moot Court competition team and a member of the Board of Advocates. Danyel also served as a law clerk for the Chambers County District Attorney’s office. Upon graduation from law school Danyel was honored as a Distinguished Fellow of the Public Interest Society for her hours of pro-bono work completed during law school. After law school Danyel was admitted to the Alabama bar where she began her legal career as an Assistant District Attorney for the Fifth Judicial Circuit of Alabama. Danyel then entered private practice as an Associate Attorney in Opelika, Alabama before opening The Peters Law Firm. Danyel has a general practice with an extensive background in criminal defense, juvenile matters, and family law.
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216 S. 8th Street, Suite 127
Opelika, AL 36801
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