Matthew Darren Ooten

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Matthew Darren Ooten

also known as Matt Ooten

4.6
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Knoxville, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Car Accidents

1341 Branton Boulevard, Suite 105, Knoxville, TN

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About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Criminal defense including, but not limited to assault, drug crimes, theft crimes, etc.

13 years

40%
DUI and DWI 40%

DUI and DWI for alcohol and drugs.

13 years

40%
Car Accident 20%

13 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026

Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 13 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ooten Law Firm

1341 Branton Boulevard, Suite 105, Knoxville, TN, 37922

ootenlawfirm.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Matthew online.

Matthew Darren Ooten's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

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What Clients Mention

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Personal Injury

Posted by Lindsey | October 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Best Criminal Defense Attorney Around

Matt and his team are the best in Knoxville. I have hired him myself and recommended him to family and friends. Matt was well prepared and obtained a result that was better than the expected! From criminal matters to personal injury to even family law, his team will get you on track.

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Matthew Darren Ooten's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brandon Fersten

Unknown lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is an exceptional attorney who I have observed get great results for his clients. If you are nervous and stressed about your pending criminal charges, I am certain that Matt will listen to your concerns and help you get through these tough times. I endorse this lawyer."

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Cody Fox

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I’ve worked alongside Matt and he is a great attorney who truly cares about his clients."

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Brandon Fersten

Criminal defense lawyer

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Cody Fox

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyer

2025

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyer

2024

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyer

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyer

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2022

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyer

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyer

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Managing Partner, Ooten Law Firm

2013 - 2019

Managing Attorney, Law Offices of Ogle Elrod and Baril

Associations

2019 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI 2nd Dismissed

Dismissed

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Education

2013

Lincoln Memorial University – Duncan School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2024

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Annual Meeting

Trial Strategy

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