Oscar A Butler

Oscar A Butler

also known as Butler Law, LLC

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 7 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Knoxville, TN
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Litigation ... +7 more

625 S. Gay St. Suite 630, Knoxville, TN

About Oscar

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 7 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2019

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Location

Law Offices of Oscar A Butler

625 S. Gay St. Suite 630, Knoxville, TN, 37902

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Oscar A Butler's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jacob | January 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Awesome representation!

I had an excellent experience working with Oscar. From the very beginning, He was professional, knowledgeable, and responsive, and he took the time to clearly explain my options and what to expect. He was always straightforward with me. I always felt informed and confident that my case was being hand...led carefully and strategically. His attention to detail and commitment to my situation made a stressful process much easier. I would highly recommend Oscar to anyone looking for outstanding representation.

Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Great results

I couldn't be happier with my results Professional, efficient and most importantly got my ticket dismissed. Highly recommended

Posted by Karen | December 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Very professional and caring you can see that he takes every case like it’s his only case

Oscar was amazing from beginning to end. We went to court not knowing what to expect very nervous and very worried. My husbands license are his livelihood. From the start Oscar was extremely professional and told us everything that could possibly happen. Being from out of state was very nerve racking.... But Oscar by passed my expectations went to court and he ended up getting the whole case dismissed he was amazing. We couldn’t have asked for a better attorney. So once again thank you Oscar for everything!!

Posted by anonymous | November 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Oscar and his team are people you ca trust

Oscar was phenomenal throughout the entire process. He ensured I was aware of every possible outcome and all the intricacies of my case. He worked endlessly to provide the best outcome considering my circumstances. His professionalism and kindness is truly unmatched. I cannot recommend him enough for... anyone going through these issues.

Posted by AMBER | October 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Attorney

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding Attorney — Truly Cares About His Clients I cannot thank Oscar enough for everything he did to help my daughter through a really difficult and frightening situation. From the very first meeting, he treated her with compassion and respect, taking the time to truly listen and ...explain every step of the process so we both understood what was happening. Oscar fought hard for her and never gave up, even when things seemed impossible. His professionalism, dedication, and calm confidence made a world of difference for our family. Because of his hard work, my daughter was able to get a second chance and move forward with her life. If you’re looking for an attorney who genuinely cares and goes above and beyond for his clients, I highly recommend Oscar. He’s not just a great lawyer—he’s a good person who makes a real difference.

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Oscar A Butler's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brandon Fersten

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Oscar has a wealth of experience from clerking for a federal judge to working 4 years as a Knox County prosecutor to now working in private practice as a criminal defense and DUI lawyer. Oscar's experiences put him in the best position to get the best possible results for his clients. He understands what prosecutors are concerned about when they prosecute a new criminal case and uses that knowledge to put the prosecutor at ease when making a favorable offer for his clients. Oscar takes the additional time to learn about each of his clients to ensure their desires in seeking representation are not just met but surpassed. I know anyone who hires Oscar as their attorney will feel they made the right choice in hiring him at the conclusion of their case."

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Brandon Fersten

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2025

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

2023

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2026 - Present

Owner | Managing Attorney, Butler Law, LLC

2023 - Present

Associate Attorney, Barnes and Fersten, PLLC

2019 - 2023

Assistant District Attorney, Knox County District Attorney

Associations

2026 - Present

National Bar Association

Member

2026 - Present

LMU-Duncan School of Law Almuni Board

President-Elect

2023 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

2019 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

2018 - Present

Hamilton Burnett American Inn of Court

2016 - Present

Knoxville Bar Association

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI Charge Dismissed after Preliminary Hearing

Case dismissed after preliminary hearing.

DUI Charge Dismissed

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Education

2019

Lincoln Memorial University - Duncan School of Law

J.D.

2015

Maryville College

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2025

Unspoken Rules of Practicing Law

CLE

2025

BLSA

Professionalism in the Practice

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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