Who had Atticus back in To Kill a Mockingbird?

Atticus Finch had the support of his daughter, Scout, and his son, Jem, as well as the support of the town's sheriff, Heck Tate, and his friend, Miss Maudie Atkinson. Despite facing criticism and threats, Atticus also had the backing of his sister, Alexandra, and his fellow lawyer, Heck Tate.