Lyle A. Jones

Lyle A. Jones

4.4
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Covington, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Family

111. W. Pleasant, P.O. Box 765, Covington, TN

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing

About Lyle

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

I am a former Public Defender. My practice there involved all stages of defense from arraignment to trial. I am available to handle both misdemeanors and serious felonies.

50%
Juvenile Law 30%

Juveniles are processed through a separate system. The goal of the juvenile system is not punishment, but rehabilitation.

30%
Family 20%

Marriages rarely end as well as they start. A good attorney can help you through the process.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-225 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 19 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Lyle A. Jones

111. W. Pleasant, P.O. Box 765, Covington, TN, 38019

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Lyle A. Jones's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (6)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Joshua | February 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

BEST LAWYER EVER!

Lyle Jones has represented multiple times now, and NO I am not a natural born criminal, I just don't do well with people whom think they are above others, because of a badge and a gun, but I digress. Lyle has come through for me EVERYTIME I have had to call him. You guys couldn't ask for a better a l...awyer to represent you in your time of need! CALL LYLE!

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Poor Job

Mr Jones did a poor job representing me on my Post conviction hearing in Tipton County I wouldnt recommend consel from him in Civington or Lauderdale County

Lyle Jones

Replied last February 21, 2017

Post-Conviction hearings are those cases that are brought after a person has been found guilty by a jury, and the conviction has been upheld by the Court of Criminal Appeals and the Supreme Court. In other words, an uphill battle from the start, especially since I didn't represent this person at trial. I do the best I can for all my clients, and it's unfortunate that whoever left this anonymous review was unsatisfied. Successful outcomes require a solid foundation that's built in the trial court.

Posted by daniel | August 5, 2015

falsely accuswd of sexual battery

I was falsely accused of sexual battery and aggravated sexual battery, went in and out of court for almost two years and met with Lyle several times in office, and even knowing he knew what he was doing when we finally got to go to trial I was nervous as could be, scared for me and my family scared I... would not get to see my kids grow up. when Lyle first spoke to the jury I felt like I could breath for the first time in years still nervous though.The prosecutors kept saying I was guilty but Lyle explained to the jury the facts and proved I was not! He saved my life and my reputation. Great lawyer, and great guy!

Posted by anonymous | September 2, 2014

No one would listen to me.

Several years ago, I was facing up to 25 years for a crime that I didn't commit. No one would listen to me. The police were convinced I was guilty. The prosecutors were convinced I was guilty. Nobody believed me or believed in me. Lyle was with the Public Defender's office back then, and unlike most ...public defenders, he took time to listen to my story, and put together a strategy to save me. We used medical experts at trial to present our side of the story. Lyle was great, and the jury finally heard the truth. Lyle listened to me, and believed in me.

Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2014

Not Guilty

What a nightmare. I was pulled over and arrested for serious offenses. I hired Lyle to defend me. The cops and prosecutors wouldn't back down, even though the charges were false. Luckily, neither did my lawyer. We finally had to go to trial to get these charges dismissed. Lyle was ready. He's a g...ood lawyer and was really prepared. I hope you never have to go through what I went through, but if you do, hire Lyle to defend you. He's the best.

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Lyle A. Jones's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Gold

Family lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Claiborne Ferguson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Seriously good! Doesn't back down!"

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Ruchee Patel

Unknown lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I refer all clients that need local representation in Tipton County to Mr. Jones. He is a zealous advocate and teacher who enjoys the practice of law. I consider him a friend in the legal community."

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James Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lyle is a dedicated attorney who is always professional and prepared for battle. He gives clients honest, straightforward advice and provides zealous representation."

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Kevin Mcgee

Criminal defense lawyer

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Claiborne Ferguson

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Lee

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2011

Adjunct Faculty, University of Tennessee, Martin

2003

CALI Excellence for the Future, Center for Computer Assisted Legal Instruction

2002

CALI Excellence for the Future Award, Center for Computer Assisted Legal Instruction

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Of Counsel, Brasfield & Brasfield

2007 - 2011

Assistant Public Defender, District Public Defender's Office

2006 - 2007

Attorney, The Law Office of Lyle Jones

2002 - 2004

Advocate, Victim's Legal Assistance Program

1982 - 2006

First Sergeant, US Army

Associations

2012 - Present

Tipton County Bar Association

Vice President

2007 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Life Member

2007 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Juvenile

Not Guilty

State v. Citizen Accused

Not Guitly

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Education

2004

Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

General Practicioner's Tool Box

Looking Past the Plea

2011

Seasoned Saints

Who needs a will?

Languages

English

Activity

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