Christopher Gene Clark

Christopher Gene Clark

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Clarksville, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +2 more

101 N. 3rd ST, Clarksville, TN

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 20%

22 years

20%
Juvenile Law 20%

22 years

20%
Sex Crime 20%

22 years

20%
Violent Crime 20%

22 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 22 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Patton & Pittman

101 N. 3rd ST, Clarksville, TN, 37040

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Christopher Gene Clark's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

5 star (31) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
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1 star (0)

Posted by Jes | March 8, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing!!!

Very satisfied with Chris in helping my brother win. He did an amazing job. Chris will always be family to us we are very blessed. Highly recommend him!! He really knows his stuff. Great personality, very respectful.

Christopher Clark

Replied last March 8, 2022

Jes, thank you so much for these kind words. You have a wonderful family; it was a privilege to get to know each of you. This was a team effort as you all helped us build the case that we needed to build. In return, your brother received the best outcome available by law in his case. I'm so honored that you, your brother, and your family chose me to be his voice in the justice system.

Posted by Frank | August 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best possible outcome!

I would absolutely recommend Chris. The charges I was dealing with were serious and I could have faced serious jail or prison time. Chris got me an outcome that is better than I could have imagined. One case was dismissed. The other had judgment deferred and will be dismissed after completing probati...on. I'm happy to be moving forward with my life and am so glad my family hired Chris.

Christopher Clark

Replied last August 18, 2020

Frank, thank you for your comments. I agree that it was by far the best possible outcome. In fact, it was better than we could have dreamed of at the beginning. It was only possible because of the team approach between you, your family, and your legal team at Patton & Pittman. I know at times some of my advice seemed unorthodox but you trusted me and I thank you for that. At the end, it was you that asked me to take a leap of faith. I did and it lead to a great outcome. What I want everyone to understand is that you can't just hire an attorney and expect the attorney to do everything. It is truly a team approach. You did amazing things in your own life that gave me better information to present on your behalf. Thank you and good luck.

Posted by Jesse | July 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome Attorney

I'm honored  to give this review for Mr. Chris Clark. Hoping this reaches out to not only civilian but military community as well. I was then referred to Mr. Clark because of the magnitude of  of my case, so if you are looking at  a serious charge you need a trial attorney.  Mr. Clark has been on bot...h sides, he handled my case  professionally and he guided me through every step along the way, with ultimately all my charges being dropped. As a  decorated and honorably discharged Army soldier, I got to keep my life intact with all my benefits and honorable status. So in closing to civilian and Military communities, this is a no-brainer, call Mr Clark. He's in the top percentile of the state for a reason. J.R.

Christopher Clark

Replied last July 9, 2020

J.R. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. I take great pride in being able to help our military men and women. It is the least that I can do when you all have sacrificed so much for our freedom. I see it as a way to honor my father, grandfather, and other family members who have also served. It was an absolute pleasure to be your advocate and to stand beside you as the charges against you were dismissed.

Posted by Richard | November 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He did a great job with my case!

My family and I were very happy with Chris. He was always prompt, professional, practical, and honest. I was fighting some very difficult criminal charges and the DA was pushing hard for an outrageously severe 10 plus year prison sentence. We went all the way to trial, and while I wasn't aquitted (wh...ich was a long shot anyway) I was found guilty of lesser charges, therefore, instead of a life altering prison sentence, I served 9 months in the local jail, and I'm now moving forward with my life! With a lesser attorney, my life may have been over as I knew it. A great lawyer and a great person as well. Highly recommend.

Christopher Clark

Replied last November 14, 2019

Richard, thank you for your awesome recommendation. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know you and your family throughout your case and now consider you all friends. You aren't kidding when you say this was a hard fought case. However, we had a plan, stuck to it, and it paid off. I'm so happy that you and your family were pleased with our team's work and the results.

Posted by Isaac | March 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing Job, the best service I've ever recieved!

My lawyer gave me a worry free process and amazing customer service! I was an out of state client and the way I treated made the process so stress free!

Christopher Clark

Replied last March 25, 2019

Thank you, Isaac. I know how stressful litigation of any kind can be. We go to great lengths to minimize the stress caused by the legal system. As you know, one of the ways that we do this is to educate our clients on the process by teaching them how the system works and what to expect. We are glad that this approach worked for you.

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Christopher Gene Clark's Lawyer Endorsements

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Charles Upton

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Neil Stauffer

Unknown lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse attorney Christopher Clark. Chris and I first met while working on opposite sides of the aisle on a case that resulted in a hard fought battle in the courtroom. Chris is a formidable trial lawyer who is intelligent, professional, and dedicated to his clients. He brings his A-game every time and consistently garners successful results for his clients."

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Daniel Ufford

Unknown lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Clark is an experienced, skilled, and highly-qualified attorney. He represents clients and causes zealously. He is also very approachable and practical, and his clients appreciate that. I definitely endorse this lawyer."

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Jacob Fendley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have watched Chris in Court on several occasions, he's confident, smart, and always prepared. He and I are working on a case together right now which I'm confident will result in "not guilty" for both our clients."

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Robert Gilligan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Billy Marlowe

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. In my opinion, you couldn't have a better person to represent you in Montgomery County."

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John Beamer

Unknown lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Chris for many years and have sought his assistance on several cases. Chris is the consummate professional and has always represented his clients with zeal and exceptional skill. I consider myself honored to know and work with him."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Dennis Stanford

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As a former prosecutor, Chris is well-versed in criminal defense."

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Burnley Hunt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris and I have practiced together for almost 3 years and during that time I have found him to be a very thorough and detail-oriented attorney. Chris worked with the district attorney's office for 6 years and this experience is invaluable in his criminal defense practice whether it involves reaching a more favorable settlement for his clients or trying a case. One of Chris' strongest qualities is that he is not afraid to try a case if he does not feel the State is making a fair or reasonable offer to his client."

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Edward Farmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is highly respected by Bench and Bar alike. He is not afraid of the fight and is always prepared!"

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Blake Kelley

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 40 Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

10 Best 2014, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Patton & Pittman

2004 - 2009

Assistant District Attorney General, Office of the District Attorney General

Associations

2013 - Present

Tennessee Municipal Attorneys Association

Member

2012 - Present

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Former Board of Directors

Education

2003

Nashville School of Law

Doctorate of Jurisprudence

1998

Austin Peay State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2007

Cops in Court

Trial Testimony in DUI Cases

2006

Continuing Legal Education Series

Pretrial Diversion

Publications

2017

National Business Institute Constitutional Components of Firearms Law

2011

Findlaw Etched in Cyber-stone: Communication in the Digital Age

2004

Tennessee Code Annotated Tennessee Sexual Offender and Violent Sexual Offender Registration, Verification and Tracking Act of 2004

Languages

English

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