C.J. Lewis

C.J. Lewis

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Knoxville, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI

1237 E Weisgarber Rd Knoxville, Tennessee 37923, #54322, Knoxville, TN

About C.J.

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 55%

I have experience in Blount, Campbell, and Knox County General Sessions Court with both Misdemeanor and Felony cases.

11 years | 52 cases

55%
Family 20%

11 years | 5 cases

20%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 15%

11 years | 12 cases

15%
DUI and DWI 10%

I review cruiser video, lab reports, and advocate for you in court.

11 years | 6 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 100-300 per hour

Pro bono

10 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 11 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of C.J. Lewis

1237 E Weisgarber Rd Knoxville, Tennessee 37923, #54322, Knoxville, TN, 37923

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C.J. Lewis's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Marisa | February 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thorough, Professional, and Trustworthy

I contacted Mr. Lewis regarding a custody issue. He listened to the specifics of my issue before explaining what would be necessary from a legal standpoint and before quoting me a rate. He was more thorough in gathering information about my issue before quoting a price than other attorneys with whom ...I spoke. Mr. Lewis has been completely professional in my dealings with him and in his communication with the involved parties. My issue was resolved very quickly and without the stress or drama one might anticipate in a custody issue; it is my opinion that Mr. Lewis's communication with me and with the other parties contributed to that outcome.

Posted by Lisa | December 16, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

What a great representation I had

I would recommend C.J. Lewis to represent anyone with a case they think is impossible to beat. He is very timely, explanatory, and above all honest. He will not make promises, he is just truthful.

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C.J. Lewis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Edwin Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"We don't handle criminal defense cases at my firm so I refer folks looking for a good one to C.J. Lewis. C.J. knows his way around the courthouse and has a keen instinct for when the D.A.'s case is strong and when it is not. He makes jail visits and keeps his clients informed about their cases. Those folks I refer continue to be satisfied with C.J.'s work. I recommend him to you."

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Jason Collver

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Friend

"C.J. diligently represents his clients. I would seek out his representation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Weston Gantte

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Friend

"C.J. Lewis will provide outstanding legal representation to his clients. He will bring a high level of professionalism and passion to the court room. If you are looking for a lawyer who will fight for you every step of the way and be an excellent guide for you through the criminal process, then you should contact C.J. Lewis. As someone who had several trial advocacy classes with Mr. Lewis at the UT College of Law, I have no doubt that Mr. Lewis has exceptional trial advocacy skills that will be on display when he steps into courtrooms across East Tennessee."

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David Balmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"C.J. has provided thoughtful and helpful analysis to many of the legal issues presented to the AVVO community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Morgan

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I do not practice criminal law, but CJ does, and if I ever found myself in need of services in that area of the law, CJ would be at the top of my list to call. He is diligent, he is dedicated, he is very intelligent, and he works hard and effectively. I have seen him in many settings--researching, writing, arguing motions--and he is fantastic at everything he does. Also, and sadly not applicable to all lawyers, CJ is a fun guy to be around."

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Nicholas Lee

Unknown lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known this attorney in many different capacities, first as a law student, but now as a colleague and a friend. I do not hesitate to recommend Mr. Lewis if you are facing legal difficulties. As a teacher of trial practice, I think myself in a particularly apt position to say that when I first met Mr. Lewis, I was thoroughly impressed with his mastery of the courtroom and his legal mind, and have only grown more impressed with the years. But beyond that, Mr. Lewis has always impressed me as a downright good guy, and I've yet to encounter an experience that would lead me to believe otherwise. Hire Mr. Lewis and you will be in good hands."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

Black-Pierce Award for Public Interest Leadership, University of Tennessee College of Law

2015

Law Student for Justice, Tennessee Supreme Court

2015

Order of Barristers, University of Tennessee College of Law

2014

1st place Advocate's Prize, University of Tennessee College of Law

2014

Best Oralist: Advocate's Prize, University of Tennessee College of Law

2014

2nd Place: Jenkins Trial Competition, University of Tennessee College of Law

2013

1st place: Advocacy Idol, University of Tennessee College of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of C.J. Lewis

2013 - 2013

Summer Law Clerk, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz

2013 - 2015

Law Clerk and Extern, Knox County Public Defender

2013 - 2015

Student Attorney, University Of Tennessee Legal Clinic

Associations

2015 - Present

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2012 - Present

Knoxville Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Alfrey

Case Dismissed

State v. Smiddy

Misdemeanor Conviction

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Education

2015

University of Tennessee College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2012

Rhodes College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2015

Languages

English

Spanish

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