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Lee Davis
also known as Charles Leland Davis
About Lee
Biography
I have been representing people in court since 1986. I have successfully represented clients in trial and appellate courts throughout the country and I regularly try cases before state and federal court juries.
My career has been varied as I began as a private defense attorney in Boston and then worked for a number of years as a prosecutor when I moved to Tennessee in the early 1990's. Since 1998 I have been in private practice at Davis & Hoss, PC.
Representative cases have included such varied subjects as federal fraud and white-collar cases to innovative homicide cases. I was the first attorney in the United States to introduce mitochondrial DNA as evidence in State vs. Ware. I have been lead counsel in more than 150 jury trials and I have been lead counsel in six death penalty cases.
As as Assistant District Attorney, I prosecuted serious felony cases including cold case homicide investigations and more than twenty first degree murder cases.
I ocassionaly serve as Special Prosecutor or as a Special Judge in criminal proceedings in Tennessee.
In civil actions I have represented clients in age discrimination, retaliatory discharge, negligence, accidents, child injury, real estate, and complex personal injury cases.
I have taught Criminal and Constitutional Law at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and previously taught trial practice as an adjunct professor at the University of Tennessee School of Law in Knoxville.
Outside of work I serve on the Allied Arts board as treasure and Chattanooga Boys Choir board as president. My wife, Heather, and I put on the Chattanooga Bike Camp each June teaching kids with disabilities how to ride a bike. I serve on the board of the camp's parent organization--Lose the Training Wheels. I am an active member of the Chattanooga Track Club and a race director of the Signal Mountain Pie Run 10k.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
33%
40 years
DUI and DWI
30%
40 years
Federal Crime
10%
40 years
Litigation
10%
40 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Tennessee for 33 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 39 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Davis & Hoss, PC
850 Fort Wood Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37403
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Lee Davis's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Teddy | August 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Resolution
I needed a lawyer and Lee Davis was highly recommended. I was charged with aggravated assault. Mr. Davis did his best to keep me calm and informed. With his patience and directions, my case was dismissed and expunged 100%. One of the most disturbing incidents in my live was resolved.
Posted by Jeff Styles | January 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Lee Davis is the Absolute Best Defense Attorney!
Lee Davis and the entire staff at Davis-Hoss epitomize professionalism in the legal field. And, in a truly unique way, almost unknown in these modern times, temper it with real human warmth and genuine empathy. From the simple (helping me navigate past a court date missed due to a family funeral) t...
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Firm in Chattanooga!
I hired Davis and Hoss for a very difficult DUI case. Lee, Janie and Brian worked very hard for me, and after a couple years the case was dismissed! You cannot find better representation in the Chattanooga area. I am so happy I hired them and listened to their advice. I cannot be more thankful and ap...
Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Fantastic attorney who went above and beyond.
I was the victim of an assault but was facing the possibility of criminal charges after the defendants changed their story. Lee guided me through the different phases of the criminal investigation and was not only a strong advocate but an extraordinary source of knowledge who helped make sense of a ...
Posted by Clarence | March 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Defense
Lee Davis represented my son yesterday in Red Bank court. While I know he's been involved in major trials throughout the region, what impressed me was the care and interedt he took in our son's case. Our son's case was dismissed it and what seemed yesterday like a life ending problem is now behin...
Lee Davis's Lawyer Endorsements
"Lee is highly respected, highly skilled and always professional. I recommend him without reservation."
"As a prosecutor I had many cases with Lee. He is by far one of the most skilled and qualified attorneys I have ever had on the other side of a case. Now as a fellow defense attorney, Lee has been a wonderful mentor and someone I have found I can always look to for advice. He is a true asset to the legal community and his clients couldn't have a better advocate."
"Lee is one of the best attorneys in Chattanooga/Eastern Tennessee. I endorse him without hesitation."
"Lee Davis is not only a top notch lawyer to his clients but a mentor to younger attorneys who seek his advice. When a family member of mine needed a defense lawyer, Lee handled the case and got an excellent outcome. I am proud to call Lee a mentor and a friend."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Having worked with Lee Davis on several cases, he is a professional in all areas of the practice of law. I have collaborated with Lee on several cases including jury trials and court of appeal appearances. I have benefited from watching first hand Lee's work before the jury, arguments to the court, and confidence inspiring interaction with clients. I have no hesitation in endorsing Lee Davis."
"I endorse Charles. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Lee Davis is a highly skilled criminal defense lawyer who is well respected by everyone in the legal community. He skillfully navigates his way through the criminal process and obtains great results on a regular basis."
"I have known Lee for years as a fellow attorney, a friend, and a competitor. He hits it out of the park on all levels. I endorse Lee without hesitation."
"Lee Davis has the rare ability to present nearly any argument in a manner easy to understand, and easier to believe. Additionally, he possesses the knowledge necessary to navigate the criminal judicial system with strategies most defense attorneys have never considered. As a result of this ability and knowledge, Mr. Davis’ successes in the courtroom speak louder than any endorsement I could make."
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Experience
Honors
2014
President's Award, Chattanooga Bar Association
2013
Chattanooga Bar Foundation, Fellow
2011
volunteer recognition certificate, Legal Aid of East Tennessee
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Adjunct Professor, University Of Tennessee At Chattanooga
1998 - Present
Attorney, Davis & Hoss, PC
1993 - 1998
Attorney General, District Attorney, 11th Judicial District
Associations
2014 - Present
Chattanooga Bar AssociationTreasurer
2013 - Present
American Inns of Court FoundationMaster
2013 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationFederal Practice section
2013 - Present
Chattanooga Bar AssociationBoard of Governors
2013 - Present
Chattanooga Bar FoundationFellow
2009 - Present
Chattanooga Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2005 - Present
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
1998 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysLifetime Member
1998 - Present
Federal Bar Association, Federal Litigation SectionFormer Board Member
1993 - Present
Chattanooga Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Thomas McConnell
Dismissal of charges
United states v. Colton Partin
probation
State v. Drumm
Dismissal after a jury trial of DUI charges.
Wells v. City of Chattanooga
Directed Verdict in favor of our clients.
State v. Harrison, Docket No. 1422692
Dismissal of all charges.
State v. Tawana Blair
Not Guilty
Education
1986
Boston University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2016
Sixth Circuit Update
Federal Criminal Law
2013
Federal Trial Bar
federal criminal law 6th Circuit
2013
Chattanooga Bar Association
Bridge the Gap Seminar
2012
Annual Review
Criminal Law
2011
Chattanooga Bar Association, Criminal Law Section
Developments in Tennesee Law 2011
1999
APRI
Mitochondrial DNA
1998
APRI
Mitochondrial DNA
Publications
2014
Chattanooga Bar Association
Now that your 18
2013
Law Blog
Davis-Hoss Tennessee Law Blog
2012
Athletes in Court
Roger Clemens Redux
2012
Athletes in Court
Saints Defensive Coordinator faces possible criminlal charges
2012
Tennessee Criminal Law Review
Prosecutor's Note Grounds for Appeal
2012
Tennessee Criminal Law Review
Supreme Court Hears Oral Argument in Cocaine Cases
2012
Tennessee Criminal Law Review
Evolution Bill Becomes Law
2012
Chattanoogan
Note Leads to Request for New Trial
2011
Athletes and Coaches Law Blog
Athletes in Court
1997
Promega Profiles in DNA
State v. Paul Ware (mtDNA)
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Q&A
Can you get married with a warrant out for your arrest?
02 Oct 2015
Q&A
If someone is getting charged in the state of Tennessee with statutory rape can they get married and the charges will be dropped
26 Nov 2011
Q&A
Can a wife be subpeona to court to testify for her husband co-defendant. If so what can she do to not incriminate her husband?
17 Nov 2011