Anchorage began as a small tent city surrounding an Alaskan railroad depot. After World War II, the strategic importance of Alaska attracted military bases and federal spending, and the discovery of oil further encouraged Anchorage’s growth.

A 9.2 earthquake in the 1960’s ravaged the city and killed 115 Alaskans, but the ever resilient city rebuilt. Today, Anchorage remains the economic hub of Alaska and is home to 40% of Alaska’s residents.

Anchorage lawyers practice in criminal law, family law, real estate law, immigration law, and bankruptcy law. Lawyers in Anchorage are familiar with all of the city’s courts, including the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, Superior Court, and District Court.

Recent cases in Anchorage include three lawsuits filed against the local Catholic Church. The lawsuits alleged sexual abuse similar to other cases around the country. The local archbishop agreed to settle the cases out of court for $760,000, saying he fully intends to take care of the victims and bring healing to their lives.

As the cultural and economic hub of the state, Anchorage contains a large number of courts. This means there are a large number of attorneys in Anchorage, and it may be difficult to find the right one for your case. LegalMatch can make your attorney search fast, free, and easy. LegalMatch.com’s unique attorney-client matching service will match your case to local attorneys that have experience with your legal issue. Our free service will also provide you with important background information on every attorney, allowing you to make the informed choice in hiring your advocate.

Before speaking to an attorney, you might want to explore the following links about Alaska law and practice in Anchorage:

• Alaska Bar Association
• Alaska State Court Law Library
• Alaska Law Help