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About Akiah
Biography
Akiah is a seasoned litigator with extensive experience in the courtroom and at the negotiating table. Prior to joining Griffith McDaniel LLP in 2025, he worked for one of the largest law firms in the country with a focus on civil litigation and insurance defense.
Akiah grew up on a farm in rural Hawkins County and his legal career started in general practice working with the now Chancellor Douglas T. Jenkins in 2013. He then accepted a position as an Assistant District Attorney for the Third Judicial District, where he worked for seven years. While at the District Attorney’s Office, Akiah was promoted to Lead Assistant for the Hawkins and Hancock County offices and handled a diverse caseload ranging from first degree murder and other serious felonies to misdemeanor assaults and DUIs.
His vast experience and knowledge handling criminal matters and high stakes civil litigation allow him to be a zealous and strategic advocate for his clients.
In his free time, Akiah enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, hiking and enjoying the outdoors, and is an avid ETSU Bucs and Tennessee Vols sports fan. He serves on the Legislative Affairs Council for the Chamber of Commerce, serving Johnson City, Jonesborough and Washington County. Akiah was also selected as a member of the Business Journal's 2021 class of 40 Under Forty.
Akiah’s practice is focused on civil litigation, criminal defense, and estate planning.
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Licensed in Tennessee for 13 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2013
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Law Offices of Akiah Clinch Highsmith
104 E Main St, Johnson City, TN, 37604-5735
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Posted by Brandon | December 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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To start He took my case on 2 days notice. Was very reasonable on the price, communicated well, took all the details down, and most of all got my ticket dismissed! I recommend using him if you’re in the area.
Akiah Clinch Highsmith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I fully endorse Akiah Highsmith. Akiah spent years sharpening his litigation skills as a private attorney and most recently as an assistant district attorney. Now returning to private practice with one of Johnson City's oldest and best law firms, he has the experience, knowledge, and passion necessary to professionally and efficiently handle any legal issue in his areas of practice."
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Experience
Honors
2021
40 Under Forty, Th Business Journal of Tri Cities Tennessee/Virginia
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Associate, Herndon, Coleman, Brading, & McKee, LLP
2014 - 2021
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office
Education
2013
Appalachian School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
East Tennessee State University
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