David Walter MacNeill Jr.

David W. MacNeill is an elite criminal and federal defense attorney and the founder of MacNeill Law Firm in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Admitted to practice in both Tennessee state courts and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee, his practice is exclusively dedicated to high-exposure defense against catastrophic felony charges, federal indictments, and misdemeanor offenses.

Mr. MacNeill and his dedicated team personally investigate every case to challenge the basis of the government’s allegations. Mr. MacNeill handles every case personally, working directly with each client to determine their legal objectives. Mr. MacNeill and his team handle criminal cases exclusively, dedicating all their resources to the defense of clients accused of criminal offenses.

Mr. MacNeill leverages his formidable courtroom capabilities to secure his clients' legal objectives, routinely taking the government through the crucible of trial. He has tried severe felony cases to juries—including multiple first-degree murders—with notable successes that include securing a hung jury in a first-degree homicide trial and forcing the reversal of an attempted homicide conviction on appeal. His unyielding advocacy and trial readiness have earned him a highly selective appointment to the federal CJA Panel, proving his ability to confront the power of the state with strategic constitutional defense.

Supported by a superb trial team, MacNeill Law Firm is equipped to advance your interests against all odds. When your freedom, future, and reputation are on the line against the awesome power of the government, you need an uncompromising defense champion.