James A.H. Bell

James A.H. Bell

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 52 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Knoxville, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI ... +3 more

10 Emory Pl, Knoxville, TN

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 52 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1974

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2010

Location

The Law Offices Of James A. H. Bell

10 Emory Pl, Knoxville, TN, 37917-7317

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James A.H. Bell's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

42 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Personal Injury

Posted by Gerri | June 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Great Lawyer

James A H Bell is the best lawyer hands down. I would recommend him to anyone that needs legal assistance. I was injured and a friend referred me to Mr. Bell. I have the upmost respect for Mr. Bell and his entire legal staff. Received top notch service and always felt welcome to his office by Mr B...ell and entire staff. They provided the upmost expertise and legal knowledge. I would like to say thanks for a job well done, I don't think anyone could have done any better.

Posted by Kristi | June 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Used Mr Bell again and 100 more times if needed.

I have used Mr Bell in the past and was very pleased as a result of a personal injury. Mr Bell is very professional, very knowledgeable and takes on the case head and WINS!!! I have all the confidence in Jim's ability for representation in the personal injury or civil suits. I was threatened by some...one regarding false statements that myself and/or someone else had supposedly made to DCS. As a result of that this person waa goin to try and sue me in a CIVIL Suit. After speaking with Mr Bell regarding the matter he explained in detail that I had nothing to worry about as there was no Civil suit to file. Mr Bell did tell me to stay calm and continue to take the high road I am already traveling on. As this person is a bully and full of themselves from being an ex cop. Mr Bell reassured me that in my worried state to stay calm and allow him to do everything he could for us and let me tell you from watching him in the past he is a pitbull and when his jaws lock that's the end for them. Thank you Mr Bell for taking thia caae and continuing to be the wonderful top notch attorney you are.

Posted by Lisa | September 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Auto accident

I cant begin to tell you what a wonderful job Mr. Bell & his staff did. I was involved in a MVA & was not at fault. The other driver had no insurance, but I had full coverage. It was a difficult case since I had to sue my own insurance company. I was injured in the accident, therefore lots of stress ...& anxiety. This office answered or returned every phone call in such a timely manner. I can’t say enough about how much I appreciated them. Thank you Mr.Bell for literally going to bat for me.

Posted by Samuel | October 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

They don't come any better.

If you need a criminal defense or personal injury attorney, look no further. I have known Jim for over 40 years and have used him on civil matters and personal injury. He is a bulldog in court, but also very compassionate to his clients. He has a cracker jack staff who reflect Jim'a competence and... genuine concern for their clients. I highly recommend Jim to friends and family.

Posted by Kendall | September 09, 2013 | Personal Injury

A lawyer that watches your back and that goes to bat for you 100%

MR.BELL helped me with two court cases pertaining to my son. we won both cases and we were informed of all proceedings through his office before we were informed by the state. At the present time he is handling a civil case pertaining to an accident my son was in. Mr Bell's office has been extremely... helpful and has kept us informed with how everything is progressing. My son was a passenger in an automobile that hit a tree. The driver was uninsured and our insurance was balking about covering his medical bills.

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James A.H. Bell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paula Henderson

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Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Great trial lawyer."

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Paula Henderson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2010.

Censured issued in TN, 2010

updated on 09/21/2013

When 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.

Honors

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 DUI Attorneys, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2013

Joseph B. Jones Award, Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2003

Robert C. Heeney Memorial Award, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1991

Presidential Workhorse Award, Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Work Experience

1982 - Present

Owner, James A.H. Bell Law Office P.C.

Associations

2007 - Present

American Board of Criminal Lawyers

Fellow

1995 - Present

Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association

Founding Member

2001 - 2004

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Executive Committee

1999 - 2005

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Parliamentarian

1994 - 2012

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board Member

1983 - 1985

Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association

President

Education

1973

University of Tennessee College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1971

University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2002

11th Annual Kathy Bennett Trial Competition

Keynote Speaker

2001

5th Annual DUI Seminar

Keynote Speaker

1999

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

 Fishing in Troubled Waters – Cross-Examination of an Arresting Officer in a DUI Case

1997

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Exposing FST’s for What They Are: ‘Cutting the Fig Leaf

1996

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Membership Committee

Medical Investigation in DUI Defense

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