Dail Robert Cantrell

Dail Robert Cantrell

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 34 years

Car accident Lawyer at Clinton, TN
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Divorce & Separation, Animal & Dog Bites ... +7 more

362 S. Charles G. Seviers Blvd, Clinton, TN

About Dail

Biography

Practice Areas

10

Practice Areas

Car Accident 40%

When you are injured by someone else's negligence or actions, that person or entity is responsible for your resulting losses and hardships. In most cases, the compensation comes from the negligent party's insurance. Call now for a free consult.

34 years | 5,000 cases

40%
Animal and Dog Bites 10%

Attorney Cantrell has experience with animal bites, primarily dog bites. Call now.

34 years | 5,000 cases

10%
Divorce and Separation 10%

Ending a marriage can be emotionally difficult, financially tangled and legally complex. The law firm of Cantrell, Goodge & Associates provides advice, perspective, and support for the many important decisions.

34 years | 5,000 cases

10%
Medical Malpractice 10%

If you have been a victim of medical malpractice, call Attorney Cantrell immediately for a free consultation.

34 years | 500 cases

10%
Bankruptcy and Debt 5%

If you are considering a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the attorneys at Cantrell, Goodge & Associates, can provide the answers you need to decide if bankruptcy is the answer to your financial problems.

34 years

5%
Birth Injury 5%

Attorney Cantrell can help you with birth injury cases. Call today for a free consultation.

34 years | 100 cases

5%
Brain Injury 5%

Attorney Cantrell can help you with brain injury cases. Call today for a free consultation and get the representation that you deserve.

34 years | 100 cases

5%
Class Action 5%

Dail Cantrell is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which recognizes lawyers who have secured multiple verdicts and settlements of at least $1 million. He oversees a prompt and thorough investigation to preserve evidence. Call now.

34 years | 100 cases

5%
Probate 5%

We also represent any party in probate disputes relating to the validity of the will, the rights of excluded heirs, the distribution of assets or breach of fiduciary duty.

34 years | 500 cases

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

Estate planning is not reserved for the wealthy. It is not something you should put off until your "golden years." Every family should have plans in place for the orderly transfer of assets and for an untimely death or incapacitating event.

34 years | 1,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 10 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 34 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1991

Active

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Location

The Cantrell Law Firm

362 S. Charles G. Seviers Blvd, Clinton, TN, 37717

The Cantrell Law Firm

531 Callahan Dr, Ste 101A, Knoxville, TN, 37912

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Dail Robert Cantrell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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4 star (0)
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Posted by John | April 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Cantrell Law Firm is great!

The Cantrell Law Firm is great! When we thought all of our options were exhausted, Dail Cantrell helped us with a large electronics company. After about 18 months of them saying no to doing the correct thing, he made sure to get their attention by requiring them to. Thank you!

Posted by Sue | January 27, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

A Leader in His Field

I have had the pleasure of working with Dail Cantrell on several occasions. I have served as an expert witness for him, and have consulted with him on other issues. He is always a winner. Dail's expertise and knowledge are exemplary. He is always prepared for meetings, and always prepared for his co...urt cases. He has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in Special Education Law.

Posted by Jessica | August 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Law Firm

Custody battles are always a scary thing. My husband and I were very nervous about going to court for my son. However, once we started discussing our case, Dail Cantrell made us feel extremely comfortable and at ease. Dail demonstrated knowledge, passion for the law, and a true level of care for his ...clients. Dail gave us realistic expectations so that we weren’t going into it thinking we were getting too much or too little. Thankfully, we ended up getting even more than what Dail had projected. We highly recommend Dail Cantrell with any legal matter that may come your way. We truly and greatly appreciate all that Dail Cantrell and his law firm did for our family.

Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Simply The Best

I have worked in the field of forensics for 20 years and therefore know many of the regional attorneys. When it came time to hire an attorney of my own for a personal case, Dail Cantrell was the person I wanted to represent me for my highly complex case. Dail’s years of experience, his exceptiona...l intelligence, and his ability to think several steps ahead in case strategy, have been significant assets, just as I anticipated. I’m always amazed that he can remember even the smallest minutiae about my situation and at times I’ve joked that he knows my case better than I do! I have no doubt that I have saved time and money by hiring an attorney who is this invested in me, because he focuses on the unique needs of my case with precision, intensity, and accuracy. Most of all, Dail is kind, humble, and caring. He is a well-respected community member and he is incredibly easy to get along with. My interactions with other attorneys have I highly recommend Dail Cantrell and his entire team.

Posted by Karen | March 23, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

INCREDIBLY IMPRESSED

I called Mr Cantrell's office to get information regarding a probate case...since I am out of state and not familiar with Tennessee laws and what I was experiencing. Dail called me back and talked to me for quite a long time (more than 30 minutes) and explained everything to me. He stated that I cou...ld do certain things myself since we are at the end of an "estate case". I am so impressed with his kindness and knowledge, and I would highly recommend Dail Cantrell to anyone seeking legal assistance.

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Dail Robert Cantrell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Biloski

Insurance lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Dail is an exceptional attorney and fantastic litigator. He always is prepared and is willing to answer questions. I fully endorse Dail."

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George Buxton

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Known since he passed the bar exam. Excellent civil trial lawyer. I've no reservations."

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Attorney for Justice, Tennessee Supreme Court

2006

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2002

Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

1997

National Trial Competition, American College of Trial Lawyers

1992

Advocacy Award, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1991

McClung Medal of Trial Advocacy, The University of Tennessee College of Law

1991

Ray H. Jenkins Award for Trial Advocacy, The University of Tennessee College of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Senior/Managing Partner, Cantrell, Goodge & Associates

2010 - 2015

Senior/Managing Partner, Cantrell, Cantrell & Associates

2007 - 2010

Senior/Managing Partner, Cantrell, Cantrell & Fisher

2003 - 2007

Senior/Managing Partner, Cantrell, Cantrell & Associates

2002 - 2003

Senior/Managing Partner, Dail R. Cantrell & Associates

1995 - 2005

Assistant Professor, The University Of Tennessee College Of Law

1994 - 2002

Senior Partner, Cantrell, Pratt & Varsalona

1991 - 1994

Associate Attorney, Ridenour & Ridenour

1990 - 1991

Law Clerk, Hodges, Doughty & Carson

Associations

2002 - Present

Tennessee School Board

Attorney Member

1991 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Knoxville Bar Foundation

Member

1991 - Present

Anderson County Bar Association

Member

1998 - 1999

Anderson County Bar Association

Secretary

1998 - 2014

Citizens for Clean Air

Board Member

1996 - 2004

American College of Trial Lawyers

Member

1992 - 1996

American Inns of Court

Member

1991 - 2001

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Long v. Miller

Victory for Plaintiff

Renfro v. Doe

Victory for Injured Party

Thornburgh v. Thornburgh

Victory for Represented Spouse

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Education

1999

Lincoln Memorial University

MA - Masters

1993

Warren Wilson College

MA - Masters

1991

University of Tennessee College of Law

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

1988

University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.),

Speaking Engagements

2015

Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association Summer Meetings Liability Issues Related to AEDs

2015

Tennessee School Boards Association Summer Meetings School Bullying

2014

Tennessee Education Association Continuing Education School Nurse Malpractice Issues

2012

Tennessee Education Association Continuing Education School Bullying

2012

CLE

Zoning Issues for Municipalities

2010

Knoxville Patriots/East TN Research Institute Monthly Meetings Constitutional Law/Income Tax Issues

2008

American Society of Pediatric Nurses Southern Conference Nursing Malpratice

2006

Presentation to the Carson Newman Department of Education Changes in Special Education Law Affecting the Class Room

1999

Tennessee Bar Association

Trial Advocacy

1998

Tennessee Bar Association

Trail Evidence

Publications

2015

Dicta Contemporary Ethics

2001

Book: Insync Press Equal to the Task

2001

National Institute for Trial Advocacy Trial Advocacy/ Evidence

2001

Tennesee Bar Journal Teaching Evidence Contemporaneous in Trial Advocacy

1996

National College of Trial Lawyers Law of Opening Statements

Languages

English

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