David Miller Eldridge

David Miller Eldridge

also known as David M. Eldridge

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 38 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Knoxville, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI

400 W Church Avenue Ste 101, Knoxville, TN

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 38 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Eldridge & Blakney, PC

400 W Church Avenue Ste 101, Knoxville, TN, 37902

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David Miller Eldridge's Reviews

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6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Adam | May 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Number 1 In My Book!

I went to David Eldridge and his Associate Zach Walden with a very complicated white collar case. From day one, David and Zach listened to my concerns and showed me that I would have a law firm that would be in my corner and fight for me. They constantly communicated with me and kept me at ease throu...ghout my case. There were a lot of moving parts to my case and they put just as much emphasis on the hard parts as they did the easy ones. I always felt as if my case was treated just as importantly as any other one in their case load. Their entire office works as a team and I can assure you that if you are in need of legal assistance, this is the team that you want to have your back.

Posted by anonymous | September 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent and Respected Counsel

David is an excellent attorney and in my opinion very respected by his peers, as he was referred to me by another attorney. David was very conscientious of my concerns and my questions regarding my case. Through his experience and commitment to being extremely thorough and focused was able to facil...itate a quick resolution. I highly recommend him and will to anyone in need of his service.

Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thankful for David Eldridge accepting my case

I recently encountered a serious issue with the Department of Justice. I was being targeted for indictment for a white-collar crime due to tax issues. Naturally, I was petrified since I have never been in any situation like this in my entire life. Other than this issue, I have lived a long life withi...n the law. I was fortunate that David Eldridge and his staff at Eldridge & Blakney PC agreed to take my case. Mr. Eldridge laid everything out during our initial meeting and was realistic about sentencing possibilities. Under the circumstances of this case, his advice for my best course of action would be to make a plea agreement where the potential sentencing could be reduced and count on his expertise to represent me to the fullest. Mr. Eldridge worked through all the details and met with several of my friends and family members for character references, while trying to keep me calm throughout the process. His office manager Jennifer Stiles kept in contact with me to make sure we were on top of all appointments, court dates and submittal deadlines. After this ordeal, I now understand the support system required for an attorney who must multi-task and balance his caseload. The staff at Eldridge & Blakney was very diligent on keeping the case documents updated for me. I believe the exceptional organizational skills helped my case by getting case documents to me for review without delay. I have only had one other encounter in my lifetime requiring the services of an attorney. I can attest this experience with Mr. Eldridge and his staff was far more attentive and helpful than how I was treated in my other matter. I certainly believe for many of the reasons mentioned above, my case had the most favorable outcome that I could have expected. From the beginning, Mr. Eldridge was realistic about the road ahead and made no promises to me. He only said he would do his best for me and I certainly believe he did so. I would honestly recommend Mr. Eldridge for any potential criminal defense.

Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Trustworthy & Dependable

David Eldridge and his team provided great legal support to our company and successfully defended us in complex civil litigation. I trust his judgment completely and would rely on him again.

Posted by Stephen | May 8, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Go-To Criminal Defense Lawyer in Tennesee

I have observed and worked with David Eldridge in numerous ways over a period that spans over 30 years: in cases, in government positions and in bar associaton activities. I have known few other lawyers as committed to excellence in representing clients or who are more devoted to the highest standar...ds of the profession. We need more lawyers like Dave Eldridge. I recommend him highly!

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Law Through Liberty, Knoxville Bar Association Barristers

2010

Death Penalty Award, Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Managing Partner, Eldridge & Blakney, P.C.

1988 - 2003

Partner, Ritchie Fels & Dillard, P.C.

Associations

2013 - Present

American College of Trial Lawyers

Fellow

2012 - Present

Tennessee Bar Foundation

Board of Trustees

2012 - Present

Hamilton Burnett American Inn of Court

Past President

2008 - Present

Tennessee Bar Foundation

Fellow

2007 - Present

Knoxville Bar Foundation

Fellow

2006 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Amicus Committee

Sixth Circuit Co-Chair

1992 - Present

Knoxville Bar Association, Knoxville Barristers

Past President

2011 - 2012

Tennessee Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Chair

2003 - 2004

Knoxville Bar Association

President

Education

1986

Wake Forest University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Tennessee Criminal Defense College

Trial Practice

2012

The Criminal Trial from Start to Finish

Criminal Trial Practice

Languages

English

Spanish

French

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