Practice areas: Family Law, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning & Probate; view more
Licensed in Alabama since: 2022
Education: Faulkner University Thomas Goode Jones School of Law
A dedicated attorney, Whittney C. Thompson, serves clients at Thompson Family Law, PC, in Decatur, Alabama, providing exceptional legal representation to individuals and families throughout the state. Her experience encompasses a wide range of domestic relations issues, such as divorce, adoption, child custody, visitation, paternity and collaborative family law mediation. Furthermore, she offers estate planning and probate services, skillfully guiding clients through the complexities of wills, trusts, powers of attorney and estate administration with personalized, practical advice.
In addition to her domestic and estate practice, Ms. Thompson assists clients navigating complex juvenile law and criminal defense matters, including juvenile delinquency and misdemeanor charges. Her approach centers on compassionate, client-focused advocacy balanced with rigorous preparation. Whether resolving delicate family disputes out of court or defending clients' rights in judicial proceedings, she is committed to protecting her clients' interests and guiding them toward stable, positive futures.
Ms. Thompson approaches family law and mediation with a compassionate, resolution-oriented mindset designed to reduce stress during emotionally taxing transitions. Recognizing that domestic disputes deeply affect long-term family dynamics, she prioritizes constructive communication and collaborative problem-solving whenever possible. Through structured mediation, she works to foster amicable, sustainable agreements regarding child custody, visitation and asset division, empowering clients to maintain control over their family’s future outside the courtroom.
However, her balanced approach ensures that empathy is matched with firm advocacy. When negotiations fail or high-conflict circumstances arise, Ms. Thompson transitions seamlessly into a steadfast trial lawyer, meticulously preparing evidence to aggressively defend her clients' rights and the best interests of their children before the court. A graduate of the Faulkner University Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, she received her license to practice law in Alabama in 2022.
Practice areas
Family Law, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning & ProbateFocus areas
Adoption, Criminal Law, Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Juvenile Delinquency, Juvenile Law, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Misdemeanor, Paternity, Power of Attorney, Probate & Estate Administration, Trusts, Wills
- 80% Family Law
- 10% Criminal Defense
- 10% Estate Planning & Probate
First Admitted: 2022, Alabama
Bar / Professional Activity
- State of Alabama, 2022
Pro bono / Community Service
- Madison County Volunteer Program, New Volunteer of the Year, 2025
Educational Background
- University of Alabama, Bachelor’s degree in Dance and Criminal Justice, Honors: with Honors
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Women’s Legal Society, Thomas Goode Jones School of Law
Office location for Whittney C. Thompson
496 Highway 67 S
Suite F
Decatur, AL 35603
Phone: 938-291-6171
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2025 - 2026