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Expert Criminal Defense Services
Protecting your rights with dedicated legal defense.
Our Credentials
John G. Scherf, IV earned his nickname the "Bulldog" due to his tenacity in the courtroom and has been selected as one of the "Top 100" trial lawyers Alabama and one of the "Top One Percent" of attorneys in the United States.
Mr. Scherf earned his undergraduate degree at the University of West Florida, where he received a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology with a Minor in Criminal Justice in 1987. He went to law school at the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, where he graduated with a Juris Doctorate of Law (J.D.) in 1991. John "Bulldog" Scherf has over (33) years of experience in Criminal Defense. Mr. Scherf is licensed with the Alabama State Bar and all Federal US District Courts in Alabama.
Selected as one of the Nation's "Top One Percent" of attorneys for 2017-2025 by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel (NADC). Specifically, less than 1% of practicing attorneys in the United States are members of the Nation’s Top Attorneys. The roster of NADC members truly includes the leading legends of the legal profession. Recently selected by (YAIOA) as one of the "Top 10 Best Lawyers in Alabama" for 2020-2025. Membership includes the most exceptional and seasoned trial lawyers in the State of Alabama. Nominated one of the "10 Best Attorneys" in Alabama for 2016-2025 by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA). Nominated one of the "10 Best Attorneys" in Alabama for 2016-2025 by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys (AIOCLA). The National Trial Lawyers Association (NTL) selected Mr. Scherf as one of the elite "Top 100 Trial Lawyers" for 2017-2025. Each of the distinguished Top 100 members possesses the knowledge, skill, experience and success held by only the best and finest lawyers in America. John "Bulldog" Scherf was also recently nominated by "Super Lawyers" which is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a very high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Only the top 5% of attorneys nationwide are selected for this honor!
Our Awards
Cases We Handle
John "Bulldog" Scherf has over thirty-three years of experience in Criminal Defense and has handled cases in every county in the State of Alabama. He has been named one of the "Top 100" trial lawyers in Alabama and one of the "Top One Percent" of attorneys in the United States. He handles misdemeanors and felonies, including the following:
Murder
Manslaughter
Assault
Harassment
Gun Charges
Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling
Sex Crimes
Domestic Violence
Driving Under The Influence (DUI)
Drug Crimes & Marijuana Arrests
Shoplifting & Theft
Municipal Court
& Traffic Tickets
Contact Us
In Person and Virtual Appointments Available
You may text us at (334) 208-7857 or Email scherflawfirm@gmail.com
Andalusia Criminal Defense Attorneys
P.O. Box 1067, Andalusia, AL 36420 (Covington County)
1 (334) 208-7857 (Texting Available)
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