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John Michael Boucher Jr.
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Biography
John Boucher has been practicing law for the past ten years, building his firm from the ground up. He has built a practice based on a results-driven approach. With extensive jury trial experience handling all types of criminal cases that include Capital Murder cases, Rape and other Sex Crimes, Major Felony Drug cases, DUI’s, Thefts, and Embezzlement.
Mr. Boucher served as an Infantry Officer in the United States Marine Corps prior to entering law school. Within days of passing the Tennessee Bar Exam, he was recalled to active duty in the Marine Corps, and participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom serving with the 1st Marine Division and with the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force. After completing Operations in Fallujah, Iraq, Mr. Boucher was sent to the Naval Justice School in Newport, Rhode Island and became qualified and certified as a Judge Advocate. While stationed at Camp Pendleton in California, Mr. Boucher finished his second Marine Corps tour as a Defense Counsel in the most active trial unit in the entire Department of Defense.
After leaving the Marine Corps for the second time, Mr. Boucher opened his own law office in Knoxville, Tennessee. He has a diverse practice that now concentrates on Criminal Defense and Divorce/Custody/Domestic law.
He has served as a special judge in the General Sessions Court for Knox County, Tennessee hearing both felony and misdemeanor cases. He has been recognized by his peers and adversaries as one of the best trial attorneys in Knox County and the surrounding areas. He approaches all of his cases with a determined eye towards the best results for his clients.
Mr. Boucher has been successful in winning acquittals in trials involving 1st Degree Murder, Rape, Aggravated Kidnapping, Aggravated Assault, DUI, Thefts, and Drug cases.
He is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, the Tennessee Bar Association, and the Knoxville Bar Association.
He holds a BA in Criminal Justice from The Citadel, in Charleston, South Carolina and received his Law Degree from Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Mr. Boucher offers free consultations on all matters and accepts all major credit/debit cards.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
23 years | 1,000 cases
Divorce and Separation
25%
20 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-300 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Tennessee for 23 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2003
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023
Location
Law Offices of John Michael Boucher Jr.
550 W Main St, Ste 550, Knoxville, TN, 37902-2537
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Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Good outcome, but disappointed with practices
I consulted with John Boucher and hired this law firm for a pretty major charge. He gave me the impression that the charges could be dismissed and that he would represent me. I paid him upfront and in full and thereafter things changed. He would not answer emails or phone calls. The night before ...
John Michael Boucher Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"John Boucher is a tremendous lawyer. I would trust him to represent me. John has the intelligence and skill necessary to take on the government in criminal prosecutions. He served his country as a Marine, he is a veteran who understands the system from both sides. A truly effective advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a relentless and talented trial attorney. One of the things I respect most about John is that is willing to fight for his clients and go to trial when necessary. If you want a seasoned trial lawyer who will not back down, John is your man."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Boucher is a friend and fellow attorney. I have known him for over 6 years. He is a very competent and aggressive attorney and he has had much success in criminal cases."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.
Censured issued in TN, 2023
updated on 08/11/2023When an attorney is censured it means he or she did something wrong but may still practice law. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Sample of Legal Cases
Rape Charges Dismissed
DISMISSAL
Acquittal Aggravated Kidnapping Charges
FULL ACQUITTAL
1st Degree Murder Trial Acquittal
FULL ACQUITTAL
ACQUITTAL ON WALMART THEFT CHARGES
FULL ACQUITTAL
FULL ACQUITTAL ON 22 COUNTS OF RAPE
FULL ACQUITTAL
DUI ACQUITTAL
FULL ACQUITTAL
Education
N/A
LOYOLA UNIV
law
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
What are the rules/standards/regulations for a "house visit" from a probation officer in Nashville, TN (Davidson County)?
29 Apr 2018
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I'm going to court on Tuesday for shoplifting from kohls. I'm pleading not guilty and asking for a public defender.
12 Dec 2013
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A friend of mine violated state probation in Tennessee.. will he go to prison?
12 Dec 2013