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Graduated from the University of Tennessee Law School in 1971 where he received the Order of
the Coif and was a member of the Tennessee Law Review. He has practiced law in Knoxville,
Tennessee and the surrounding area for over 40 years.
He is a member of the Knoxville Bar Association and the Tennessee Association of Criminal
Defense Lawyers.
Mr. Owen began law practice with Banks, Daniel and Campbell after clerking for the firm during
law school and joined as a partner during 1975. In 1982 he and fellow attorney Bob Edwards
began a successful private practice as Owen & Edwards law firm in Knoxville . In 1998 Mr.Owen
joined the State of Tennessee Public Defender's office in the 6th Judicial District as an Assistant
Public Defender and provided services to the indigent. He retired from that State position in July,
2015 and has now returned to private practice.
Mr. Owen is originally from Morristown, Tennessee and is an avid hiker of the Great Smoky
Mountains. Through his children he became active with Soccer programs and served the community
as an AYSO coach and referee for 26 years. From 1971-79 he proudly served his country as an
MP is the U. S. Army Reserve.
He is currently providing services in Knox, Jefferson, Hamblen, Sevier, Grainger and Greene
Counties in East Tennessee.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
54 years
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
25%
54 years
DUI and DWI
20%
54 years
Violent Crime
10%
54 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Tennessee for 54 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1972
No misconduct found
Location
Jim D. Owen, Attorney at Law
1325 Roberts Rd, Dandridge, TN, 37725
Jim D. Owen, Attorney at Law
Cocke County, Newport, TN, 37821
Jim D. Owen, Attorney at Law
Knox County, Knoxville, TN, 37919
Jim D. Owen, Attorney at Law
Grainger County, Rutledge, TN, 37861
Jim D. Owen, Attorney at Law
Sevier County, Sevierville, TN, 37862
Jim D. Owen, Attorney at Law
Hamblen County, Morristown, TN, 37814
Jim D. Owen, Attorney at Law
Greene County, Greeneville, TN, 37745
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Jim D Owen's Reviews
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Posted by Teresa | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Definately would use again if ever necessary
Ex keep harnessing me and filed false arrest charges against me and mr owen got everything dismissed. Got a restraint order issued against him so I couldn't be bothered anymore. The nonsense all stopped when mr owen was hired.
Posted by anonymous | September 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Top Notch!
I cannot recommend Jim Owen highly enough. He was recommended to me by a friend. He was Knowledgeable and Highly professional. Mr. Owen did and outstanding job with my case. I was extremely satisfied with the entire process and end result.
Posted by anonymous | May 9, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent !!
Used Mr. Owen for a very significant court case. He was very professional, explained all legal information in an easy-to-understand way and presented all options. He worked hard on the case and kept all relevant parties informed. In the end, his hard work and knowledge of the law and court system pro...
Jim D Owen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jim has extensive experience in representing citizens in state court criminal matters and is an aggressive advocate."
"Jim has as much experience defending those accuse of crimes as any lawyer in the Knoxville Area. His knowledge of the law and procedure is exceptional. I endorse him without any reservations."
"I endorse this lawyer. JIm's not only a good lawyer, a good negotiator, but a good person too. I would certainly endorse my old co-worker on matters of criminal defense in E. TN."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a fine attorney who has provided top notch representation in East Tennessee throughout his career."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jim Owen is an excellent attorney with years of experience. Jim has vast experience in criminal defense and is always willing to share his knowledge to the benefit of the profession. Jim is an excellent attorney whom I endorse without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim and I were partners years ago. Since that time I have observed Jim as a former assistant public defender. He has significant trial experience and is an excellent trial lawyer. His knowledge of the law is exceptional. He is has handled both criminal defense and personal injury cases with success."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a good guy and a good lawyer. No worries about this experienced lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Owen is a fantastic lawyer and a genuinely good person. I have known Mr. Owen since I was a small child. Mr. Owen put me to work on his farm during weekends as a small child. He is a man in my history book as a huge influence on my life path. My life may have been different if it wasn't for his positive impact on me as a child. He is a hard worker and he truly cares about people. If you are facing difficult times, I'm confident that Mr. Owen will sincerely look to help you with confidence and vast experience. Im very proud to endorse him as a very talented and smart trial attorney."
"Jim Owen is a top-shelf experienced trial lawyer. I worked with Jim Owen for seventeen years and watched him successfully defend thousands of criminal cases. I highly recommend his services."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
1971
The Order of the Coif, University of Tennessee College of Law
1971
Law Review, University of Tennessee College of Law
1971
Moot Court, University of Tennessee College of Law
1971
Criminal Law honors, University of Tennessee College of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner, Jim D. Owen, Attorney at Law
1998 - 2015
Assistant Public Defender, Tennessee Public Defender 6th Judicial District
1982 - 1998
Partner, Owen & Edwards
1972 - 1982
Partner, Banks, Daniel, Campbell, Owen & Priest
Associations
2000 - Present
Knoxville Bar Association, Pro Bono Committee - Homeless Veterans CoalitionFounding Member
1973 - Present
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersFounding Member
1972 - Present
Knoxville Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Turner
Not guilty
State v. Jackson
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Moore
Dismissed during trial.
State v. Thomas
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Dowling
Dismissed/motion
State v. Vaughn
Dismissed/motion
State v. Ray
Dismissed/suppression motion
State v. Dean
Dismissed/suppression motion
State v. Brown
Dismissed/motion
State v. Ewing
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Strickland
Not guilty
State v. Brock
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Sexton
Aggreement to dismiss during trial
State v. Beeler
Not guilty
State v. Thompson
Dismissed/motion
State v. Logan
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Jenkins
Dismissed/motion
State v. Lawson
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Baldwin
Dismissed/motion
State v. Felkner
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Kitts
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Freeman
Dismissed/suppression motion
State v. Beeler
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Fitzgibbon
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Harris
Dismissed/motion
State v. King; State v. Reed
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Cooper
Dismissed/motion
State v. Chavez
Dismissed/motion
State v. Holman
Dismissed/motion
State v. Moore
Not guilty
State v. Caldwell
Not guilty
State v. Helm
Not guilty, reason of insanity
State v. Baxter
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Ross
Dismissed/suppression motion
State v. Beeler
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Breeden
Dismissed/suppression motion
State v. Moore
Dismissed/preliminary hearing
State v. Ridley
Dismissed/suppression motion
State v. Wells
Dismissed/suppression motion
State v. White
Dismissed/suppression motion
State v. Mary F.
Not guilty
State v. White
Trial Court dismissal and upheld on Appeal
Carpenter v. Johnson,
Reversed on appeal
Education
1971
University of Tennessee College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
University of Tennessee
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
University of Tennessee
Teaching Juvenile Justice
2009
University of Tennessee
Teaching Juvenile Justice
2008
University of Tennessee
Teaching Juvenile Justice
2007
University of Tennessee
Teaching Juvenile Justice
2006
University of Tennessee
Teaching Juvenile Justice
2005
University of Tennessee
Teaching Juvenile Justice
2004
University of Tennessee
Teaching Juvenile Justice
2004
University of Tennessee
Trial Practice
2003
University of Tennessee
Teaching Juvenile Justice
2002
University of Tennessee
Teaching Juvenile Justice
2001
University of Tennessee
Teaching Juvenile Justice
2000
University of Tennessee
Teaching Juvenile Justice
Publications
1971
Tennessee Law Review
Shelley's Rule
Languages
English