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Sara Elizabeth Compher-Rice
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Biography
Sara Compher-Rice received her B.A. from Denison University in 1999 with a major in Political Science and a minor in English Literature.
Sara attended the University of Tennessee College of Law, where she received her Doctor of Jurisprudence, Magna Cum Laude (high honors), in 2002. Graduating in the top ten percent of her class, Sara was elected to the Order of the Coif, the highest academic honor a law student can achieve.
While attending the University of Tennessee, Sara received the Claire Garland Memorial Scholarship and was also the recipient of numerous academic awards, including Dean's List, Highest Honors.
She was also a member of Phi Kappa Phi, the Moot Court Board, the Constitutional Law Moot Court Team, where she participated in a national competition at William & Mary College of Law, and served as a Vice-Magister for the legal fraternity Phi Delta Phi.
Sara joined the firm in 2002 to assist Steve Oberman in his practice, as well as to develop a practice of her own as a Tennessee DUI attorney. Licensed in all Tennessee courts, Sara is currently limiting her practice to criminal defense and personal injury law, with an emphasis on alcohol and/or driving-related cases.
Sara recognizes the importance of staying on the cutting edge of the latest legal, legislative and scientific developments in DUI law. As a DUI lawyer in Tennessee, she spends many hours at national DUI symposiums each year and also assists Mr. Oberman in the extensive research and writing of his books, DUI: The Crimes and Consequences in Tennessee and Drunk Driving Defense. In 2003, 2004 and 2006 she also received a certificate of completion from the National College for DUI Defense, Inc. Summer Session held at Harvard University.
Sara has lectured to both local and national audiences on the topics of DUI Defense, Ethics and Courtroom Technology. She has also authored multiple articles relating to DUI Defense.
Sara is a member of the National College for DUI Defense and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, for which she serves on the DUI committee.
Sara is active in the Knoxville Delta Gamma Alumnae Group, where she has served as Vice President of the organization. She has also been appointed by the international legal fraternity, Phi Delta Phi, to serve as Province President of Province 14, working with law school students across Tennessee, Kentucky and southwestern Virginia. Sara also enjoys volunteering her time with the March of Dimes.
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Licensed in Tennessee for 24 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Oberman & Rice
550 W Main Ave, Suite 730, Knoxville, TN, 37902-2567
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Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney Who Saw My Son's Promise
We retained attorney Compher-Rice to represent our son when he was arrested for an offense that would have a significant impact on his future. She was accessible and honest with us about the seriousness of the offense and the potential outcomes. She took the time to get to know his particular situati...
Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2014 | DUI & DWI
Best Choice in Knox County
I was charged with a DUI in Knox county. After visiting with several DUI attorneys, I hired Sara to conduct my legal defense for the charge. Sara is very knowledgeable regarding the DUI laws in TN. After conducting a very extensive review of my case, she was very objective and told me exactly what my...
Posted by Igor | April 08, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great service
Sara and her staff handled my case efficiently and effectively. Kept me informed on process and advised me on how to proceed. Great Service.
Posted by Jameson | March 19, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Above and Beyond
Sara Compher-Rice went above and beyond my expectations. She took my case with a smile and confidence. She comforted me and my family, while giving us a better sense of what was going on. She also had my case solved within three business days, which included getting my whole problem thrown out/dismi...
Posted by Dennis | February 21, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Beyond Amazing!!!!!
My case was probably as bad as it could gets considering I had priors that were still on record (which I wasn't convicted of, but they still painted a bad picture on my character). The priors made it hard for any negotiations for a plea to be made, and I was sure that my future was ruined because I'm...
Sara Elizabeth Compher-Rice's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am so happy I called to pick your brain about an administrative matter involving driver licenses. You were helpful, thoughtful and knowledgeable and I will definitely and immediately refer my clients with TN troubles to you!"
"Ms. Rice is a dedicated criminal defense lawyer. She has been elected as the president of the Tennessee Criminal Defense Lawyers as evidence of her dedication to those charged with crimes, particularly DUI."
"I endorse this lawyer. I was representing an TN licensed driver in Indiana and needed some TN DUI advice. Sara was extremely knowledgeable about TN DUI law and driving consequences. I recommend Sara to all defendants facing a TN DUI."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have met Sara through her partner, Steve Oberman. She is highly intelligent and always works hard to obtain the best possible result for her clients. I do not hesitate to refer clients to her and the firm of Oberman and Rice."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Sara's knowledge and understanding of Tennessee's DUI and related laws is staggering. If you or a loved one need a skilled, knowledgeable DUI defense attorney in Knoxville, I wholeheartedly recommend Sara."
"I fully endorse Sara. She has developed a strong reputation in the legal community as a top-rated DUI Lawyer."
"Absolutely top notch for DUI defense!"
"Sara Compher-Rice is great. She's lovely to be around. She's smart. She's a killer DUI lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
"I had the pleasure of meeting Sara at a DUI training course. She had a great understanding of the subject matter. Sara completed the course, passing both the written examination and practical examination. Any client who has Sara as an attorney will be in good hands."
"Top-notch lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. She cares for her clients and their results."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. This attorney is considered to be aggressive, hard working, and a valuable attorney by his clients. You should be calling this attorney if you have been arrested for DUI/DWI."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Sara wrote a article for The Champion Magazine recently.A footnote in the article mentioned a practical guide to analyzing the DUI police videotape. I read the article and contacted her if she would be so kind to forward the article . Sara send me the guide and have used it in all my DUI cases.The guide is a detailed review of a DUI arrest . The guide she wrote has become invaluable in my practice."
"Attorney Compher-Rice is a great attorney in her own right. In combination with Attorney Oberman the two act like the most powerful 1-2 punch knocking out the Government's case. I endorse her highly."
"Sara Compher-Rice is an accomplished DUI practitioner who is committed to obtaining a favorable outcome for her client in each and every case she handles. If you are charged with DUI in or around Knoxville, TN, I recommend that you contact Sara to get her expert advice about how she can help you with your case."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Sara has worked for/with me for seven years. She is extremely intelligent and has a wonderful ability to identify legal issues and research the law to find favorable precedent. Her writing and oral argument skills are excellent. I hope she continues to work with me for many years to come."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2002
Elected to the Order of the Coif, University of Tennessee College of Law
2002
Magna Cum Laude, The University of Tennessee College of Law
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Partner, Oberman & Rice
2002 - 2008
Associate, Daniel & Oberman
Associations
2011 - Present
Tennessee Board of Professional ResponsibilityHearing Committee Member
2009 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, DUI CommitteeVice-Chair
2007 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, DUI CommitteeMember
2003 - Present
Phi Delta PhiProvince President
2002 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2002 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2000 - Present
Phi Delta Phi legal fraternityMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Ferrante
Case was dismissed by the Tennessee Supreme Court.
Education
1999
Denison University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
UNIV TN
law
Speaking Engagements
2010
Taking Care of Business-DUI Seminar
DUI Legislative Update: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
2009
Strategies in Defending DWI and DUI Cases in Tennessee
DUI Case Law and Legislative Update
2009
Strategies in Defending DWI and DUI Cases in Tennessee
Investigating a DUI Case
2009
Making the Case for the Defense: Getting Back to Basics
The Nuts & Bolts of PowerPoint: Make the Story Come Alive
2008
DWI Means Defend with Ingenuity®: Winning with DUI: Offense, Defense and Special Teams
A Defense Lawyer’s Practical Guide to Analyzing the Police Videotape
2006
NACDL Spring Seminar: “Ethics and White Collar Work
Enhancing Your Trial with PowerPoint®
2005
Judicial Impaired Driving Training Seminar
Tennessee Law Relating to Probable Cause in a DUI Case
2005
DUI Defense Seminar
Crossing the Officer on Field Sobriety Tests: Throw the Book at Them
2002
Ethics on the Square
Bonding with Your Bail Bondsman
Publications
2009
The Champion Magazine
Investigating the DUI Case: Things to Do, Places to Go, People to See
2008
Dicta
Have You Told Your DUI Client . . . ?
2006
The Champion magazine
The Standardized Field Sobriety Test Validation Myth
Activity
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