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4.6 /5.0
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Jedidiah Charles McKeehan
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Biography
When you are considering hiring an attorney the question you want answered is, "Can this attorney improve the current situation of my life?" After talking to me, I want you to answer that question with a resounding, "Yes!" Take advantage of your free consultation and let me discuss your case with you.
Honesty above all else, even if it hurts your feelings and hurts my wallet.
Being arrested is a scary thing. Let me walk you through this process.
Landlord/Tenant law has a lot of gray. I can give you black and white answers.
Car wrecks will throw a huge wrench in to your life. Let's get you taken care of!
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
Criminal Defense
20%
19 years
Personal Injury
20%
19 years
Landlord or Tenant
10%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2019 2018 2017
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2016
Licenses
Licensed in Tennessee for 19 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2007
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024
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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (25)
Divorce & Separation (16)
Child Custody (9)
Business (7)
Contracts & Agreements (7)
Landlord & Tenant (7)
Wills & Living Wills (7)
Criminal Defense (6)
Family (6)
Personal Injury (5)
Litigation (4)
Car Accidents (3)
Insurance (3)
Mediation (3)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (3)
Child Support (2)
Consumer Protection (2)
Corporate & Incorporation (2)
Domestic Violence (2)
Drug Crime (2)
Partnership (2)
Real Estate (2)
Adoption (1)
Appeals (1)
Commercial (1)
Construction & Development (1)
Education (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Estate Planning (1)
Expungement (1)
Limited Liability Company (LLC) (1)
Probate (1)
Tax (1)
Trusts (1)
Uncontested Divorce (1)
Wrongful Termination (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (46)
Recommendation (41)
Advocacy (39)
Professionalism (37)
Practice Area Knowledge (34)
Responsiveness (26)
Communication Style (22)
General Knowledge (16)
Trustworthiness (16)
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Posted by Joy | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
THE BEST!
If I had three words to describe John Haines, it would be professional, knowledgeable and blunt. Divorce is always a sticky situation, but John navigated it like it was child's play. He's been doing this for a long time and if you think the retainer is too much to pay, it isn't. He chews gum and shoo...
Posted by Joseph | January 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great Advocate
Jed represented in my divorce. Despite my best efforts to sabotage his excellent work he was able to achieve a fantastic result. He came highly recommended by another attorney which I had used previously. I would recommend him to anyone needing legal counsel.
Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best family Attorney.
I heard about Jed through a family friend who also used him as her divorce attorney. So I figured I would have a consultation with him. After our consultation, I was VERY satisfied and knew that I wanted to hire him. This was back in 2018. He required the retainer, which was expected, and used that r...
Posted by Gary | November 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best Lawyer Ever
Jed was without a doubt, a blessing during a very stressful time. He was honest, forthright and did everything he said he would. He walked me through everything, explained all so that I understood it, stood by my side through out my divorce and treated me like family. I can only say in this review to...
Posted by Lee | September 30, 2020 | Contracts & Agreements
He truly means "he will be honest with you even if it hurts your feelings and his wallet"
I spoke with Jedidiah on A possible contract violation by another party we were dealing with. He was respectful, took the time to really listen for the truth and facts and then told me his truth about the matter. This meant he wouldn't be taking our money and making empty promises; knowing it would...
Jedidiah Charles McKeehan's Lawyer Endorsements
"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. McKeehan to anyone who is looking for an attorney. He is a friendly, dedicated, and hard-working attorney that gets real results for those who need it most. It is always a pleasure working with Mr. McKeehan and I'm always impressed with the work he does for his clients."
"Jed is a tenacious, practical, balanced, and extremely ethical attorney. He is friendly and approachable yet advocates strongly for his clients. Jed's would be one of the first numbers I dialed if I was arrested, facing a divorce, or involved in an accident. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"Jed is a fantastic attorney. Not only does Jed tirelessly fight for his clients, but he genuinely cares about their well-being and life after representation. If I needed legal representation, Jed would be one of my first calls."
"Jed is a brilliant lawyer who is highly regarded in the legal community. I strongly endorse Jedidiah McKeehan."
"I fully endorse Jed. He mediated a difficult custody case for one of my clients. He was able to resolve the case and set the parties on the right track for the future. When Jed mediates my cases, I can always expect professionalism, honesty, and hard work."
"Mr. McKeehan and I worked together on two very messy domestic violence criminal cases with a civil order of protection case and divorce issues as well. Mr. McKeehan fought hard and we were able to get these charges dismissed and to favorably resolve the civil cases as well. I highly endorse this lawyer. He fights hard for his clients and gets excellent results."
"I am proud to endorse Jed McKeehan. He is an excellent lawyer in our community with countless satisfied and well cared for clients. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Jedidiah McKeehan as both co-counsel and adversarial counsel over the years. He is a competent lawyer who cares for his clients and works hard to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jed is an exceptional attorney. Prepared and knowledgeable in his areas. His personality allows him to work well with not only his clients, but opposing attorneys and the Courts as well for more efficient and amicable resolutions."
"Jed and I worked on a family law matter together. Jed is very professional and dedicated to resolving matters both efficiently and ethically."
"Jed is an excellent attorney, who stands up for the rights of his clients and doesn't back down from a fight. I endorse this lawyer."
"I attended a divorce law seminar in which Mr. McKeehan was a speaker. He is very knowledgeable and I would recommend him to anyone in the Knox County area looking for a reliable family law attorney."
"Jed is very well versed in this area of the law. I have personally received assistance from him on landlord tenant work of my own with great success."
"Jed has proven himself to be a highly competent and effective attorney in his representation of clients in a number of areas. I have referred matters to Jed on a number of occasions and found that he can achieve good results. he understands clients and the problems they face and can help them solve those problems."
"I endorse this lawyer. He fights hard for his clients in all situations."
"On what could have been a highly contested matter, Mr. McKeehan showed a genuine interest in resolving the matter as quickly and amicably as possible, moving to get mediation dates immediately after we first spoke. He zealously represented his client."
"Jed is hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to protecting his clients' constitutional rights. He is an attorney who I have personally contacted to help with a matter and without hesitation, he dropped what he was doing to help me. This shows his willingness to work together to fight for justice."
"I recently mediated a matter for Jedidiah and was extremely impressed with knowledge of the law and the ease in which he interacted with his client. He zealously advocated to ensure his client received an excellent settlement of his/her case. Mr. McKeehan ensured that every concern his client had was addressed in way that directly benefited his client. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. McKeehan is a hard-working attorney who fights for his clients."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.
Suspension issued in TN, 2024
updated on 02/25/2025Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Honors
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2020
Best Personal Injury Attorneys in Knoxville, Expertise
2019
Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2019
Knoxville Best Lawyer, BirdEye
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2018
Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2018
Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2017
Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2017
Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Client's Choice - Criminal Defense, Avvo
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2016
Pro Bono Service Award, Access to Justice
2016
Top Contributor - Criminal Defense, Avvo
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Owner, McKeehan Law Group, LLC
2016 - 2020
Partner, Tarpy, Cox, Fleishman & Leveille, PLLC
2008 - 2015
Associate Attorney, The Hurley Law Firm, P.C.
2007 - 2008
Associate Attorney, The Kennedy Law Firm, P.L.L.C.
2006 - 2006
Law Clerk, Tennessee Valley Authority
2005 - 2005
Law Clerk, Burroughs, Collins & Jabaley
Associations
2018 - Present
Knoxville Inner City Kids Outreach (KICKO)Board Member
2017 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Tennessee Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Knoxville Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2020
Tennessee State Board of Examiners for Land SurveyorsMember
2012 - 2014
YOKE Youth MinistriesBoard Member
2011 - 2016
Berean Christian School, School BoardChairman
Sample of Legal Cases
Harmon v. Trent
$1.2 Million Dollar Verdict
Education
2007
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Carson-Newman College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Advance Divorce Law
Sticky Child Support Issues and Spousal Maintenance Issues
2016
Tennessee Firearms Association Monthly Meeting
Navigating Police Engagement After the Discharge of a Firearm
2016
Sertoma Monthly Meeting
Wills and Power of Attorneys
2016
Landlord Tenant Law: Lease Agreements, Defaults & Collections
Ethical Considerations in Landlord Tenant Law
2016
Joint Kiwanis and Sertoma Meeting
Wreck? Check? - The Personal Injury Process
2016
How to Get Your Social Media, Email and Text Evidence Admitted (and Keep Theirs Out)
Real-Word Examples, Handy How-to's and Sample Screen Shots
2016
Community Law School
Consumer Rights and Responsibilities: Protecting Your Assets
2015
Landlord-Tenant Law: Leases, Evictions, Litigation, and Settlements
Ethical Considerations in Landlord-Tenant Law
2015
Kiwanis Monthly Meeting
Criminal Process from Start to Finish
2013
Law Practices Seminar
Deposition and Legal Practice
Publications
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What are the grounds for divorce?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What is a Holographic Will and is it a Legitimate Will?
2018
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What is an Affidavit?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What is a Notice of Appearance?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
Can it be a Crime to Wear a Body Vest?
2018
2018
The Knoxville Focus
Duty to Render Aid
2018
The Knoxville Focus
Transporting children in a truck bed
2018
The Knoxville Focus
Watch out, slow drivers!
2018
The Knoxville Focus
How is DNA Evidence Used in Paternity Lawsuits?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What happens during mediation
2018
The Knoxville Focus
If I Make Homemade Beer, Are There Any Laws in Tennessee That Apply to Me?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What Is a Court Order?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What Is Subrogation?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
Is Legal Separation an Actual Thing?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What Does a City Judge Do?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
Why Do Bankers Get So Many Holidays?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What Tennessee Law Actually Says About Acting in Self-Defense
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What Are Court Costs?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
Debt Collection Against a Divorced Couple
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What Can I Do To Avoid Probate?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
Land Surveyors Are Allowed to Trespass
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What Are Some Reasons Someone's Probation Gets Violated?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
The Two Most Important Terms in a Personal Injury Case
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What is an Expungement and Can I Get One?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
How Does a Mediation Work?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
When Are You Entitled to an Appointed Lawyer?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
What Are The Laws In Regard to Immunizing Your Children?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
Can You Sue a Sports Official?
2018
The Knoxville Focus
Student Loan Repayment
2018
The Knoxville Focus
Using Invoices to Prove Damages at Trial
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Facts about the United States Supreme Court
2017
The Knoxville Focus
When Arrested, Are You Entitled to a Phone Call?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
The Basics Involved in the Foreclosure Process
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What's the Difference Between an LLC and a Corporation?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Do They Really Have to Give You a Traffic Citation?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What Does a Court Reporter Do?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
How Is Child Support Calculated?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What Does a Bailiff Do?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
How long does it take to get divorced?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
The Most Common Types of Parenting Schedules
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Factors used to determine child custody
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What's the difference between a trial and a hearing?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Can you be arrested for peeping?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What's the difference between jail and prison?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What to do when you have to go to court
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What are a father's rights to a child born out of wedlock?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
When Can An Employer Fire You?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What Does a Bail Bondsman Do?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Can You Legally Record Phone Conversations?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What is the Open Container Law?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What Does a Court Clerk Do?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What Do the Terms Joint Custody and Full Custody Mean?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What Is the Lemon Law and When Does It Apply?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What is a Clerk and Master?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What Does it Actually Mean to Be Publicly Intoxicated?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Can You Possess a Firearm While Drinking?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
When your child's other parent stops child support
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What Does the Law About Having Car Insurance?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What is the Tennessee Code Annotated?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What does the Child Curfew Statute Actually Say?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
How Much Does a District Attorney Make?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What does it mean to mitigate damages?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
At What Age Can You Legally Get Married in Tennessee?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What does it mean to be an accessory after the fact?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What Force Can You Use to Protect Your Property?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Who Can Witness the Execution of a Will?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Can You Get Married Without Being Present?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
How Much Money Do Judges Make?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
What Is a Deposition?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Talking about car insurance during a car wreck trial
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Removing an Evicted Tenant's Items from the Property
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Can You Go to Jail For Not Paying Child Support?
2017
The Knoxville Focus
The Differences Between a Quitclaim Deed and a Warranty Deed
2017
The Knoxville Focus
Property Protected Even When You Have a Judgment Against You
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Power of Attorney: What is it and Do You Need One?
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Settling Your Accident Case
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Are you renting property in Tennessee?
2016
The Knoxville Focus
How to maximize your car accident settlement
2016
The Knoxville Focus
What to do when suspected of DUI
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Three Common Types of Payment Arrangements with a Lawyer
2016
The Knoxville Focus
When are attorney's fees recoverable?
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Two grounds for a divorce in Tennessee
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Advantages and Disadvantages of a Living Trust
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Costs Associated With Being Arrested
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Small Claims Court in Tennessee
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Common Misconceptions When Being Arrested or Questioned
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Explaining Statute of Limitations
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Judicial Diversion: What it is and What It Means
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Liens: What They Are, What They Do
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Misdemeanor v. Felony Offenses
2016
The Knoxville Focus
The difference between probation and parole
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Do I have to sign a traffic citation?
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Order of Protection: What Contact is Allowed and What Isn't When One is In Place
2016
The Knoxville Focus
What is the Parent Relocation Statute?
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Notary Public: What Does that Title Mean?
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Main considerations when drafting a simple will
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Should I let the police search my vehicle?
2016
The Knoxville Focus
Difference between a Chapter 13 and a Chapter 7 bankruptcy
2016
The Knoxville Focus
How Long Are Felony Conviction Sentences in Tennessee?
2015
Knoxville Bar Association E-Newsletter
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Jedidiah earned significant contribution points in 2016.
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