Andre Courtney Wharton

Andre Courtney Wharton

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Memphis, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents ... +4 more

1575 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 23 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in North Carolina for 23 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2002

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Andre Courtney Wharton

1575 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN, 38104-2452

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Andre Courtney Wharton's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

59 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | August 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Superior Service

From the initial contact throughout the closing of case, Mr. Wharton provided above exceptional professionalism and expertise to my court matter. He approached the case with an individualized approach instead of cookie cutter legal matter. He worked hard to ensure the best outcome!

Posted by Nikki | February 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Family Matters

I hired Andre Wharton in a legal matter regarding my son. He was extremely helpful in my time of need for legal advice on this issue. He helped guide me and consulted me on any and every direction the case could lead to. From the worst outcome to the best outcome. He truely cares about his clients i...ssues and concerns. He will call you back and answer your questions and talk about your concerns the best he can and does not make you wait and worry. Mr. Wharton takes his job seriously and thus he always performs his job to the best of his ability to help his clients. Andre and his firm gave me and my family the best care they could provide and made us always feel welcomed and at ease about our situation. The best peace of mind I've had and my first choice if I ever have to go through another legal matter. I highly recommend Andre Wharton and his law firm for your legal matters.

Posted by Jason Farmer | March 06, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Atty. Andre Wharton

I contacted Atty. Wharton on behalf of my mother to review a case for possible action. Atty. Wharton contacted me within 24 hours and offered his recommendation the family should consider before filing a suit. We met as a family and evaluated the facts and decided not to pursue legal action. Thoug...h we didn't retain Mr. Wharton his expertise was paramount in helping my family reach a consensus decision.

Posted by Smith | October 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Humbly Thankful for such an Outstanding Attorney!

Words can not express the overwhelming in gratitude I have for Attorney Wharton's representation. As a former client who was facing a misdemeanor. Attorney Wharton's professionalism but yet knowledgeable background was comforting and rewarding within itself. He was very prepared and experienced of my... case with willing given options but fortunately, Attorney Wharton's was able to not only win my case with having it dismissed but also making sure this was expunged from any public records. Again, I humbly thank Attorney Wharton and his assistant with all their prompt assistance and responses to all my concerns and questions. I could not have asked for a better attorney. He and his assistant returned all calls and were there for any questions that I could come up with. I sincerely appreciate all of the help and professionalism shown by your firm.

Posted by Brittany | August 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

An Excellent Attorney

Mr. Wharton was an excellent attorney. Mr. Wharton was very clear and concise during his communication with me as a client. He was also more than willing to work with me with a payment option, that I was more than grateful for because I am a single parent. He also got my case dismissed in a timely ...manner. He was very professional at all times and on-time for every court hearing. He was very knowledgeable and skilled in his profession. I would recommend Mr. Wharton to anyone. Thanks, again for a job well-done.

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Andre Courtney Wharton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Andre is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer in the Memphis legal community. He and his team do an excellent job for their clients."

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Terita Hewlett

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A good person to have in your corner."

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Edward Bronston

General practice lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Andre is formidable in many legal disciplines because of his broad experience. His character and ethics make him a dynamic advocate and very effective."

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Michael Working

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Andre is a top notch talent in the legal community. I continue to be impressed by his passionate dedication to his clients, and his knowledge of complex legal issues. Few lawyers are as developed and experienced in both civil and criminal law as Andre Wharton. He is an excellent advocate."

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Edward Bronston

Criminal defense lawyer

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Daniel Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Working

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2015

TBA Leadership Fellow, Tennessee Bar Association

2015

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Associate, Wharton Law Firm

2002 - 2004

Associate, Yates, McLamb & Weyher, LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

2015 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

2008 - Present

National Bar Association (Ben Jones chapter)

Board of Directors

2004 - Present

Memphis Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

National Bar Association (Ben Jones chapter)

Member

2011 - 2014

Memphis Bar Association

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Sanders

Reversed and client awarded new trial

State v Holt

Not guilty 2 Separate Trials

State v. Blackburn

Client convicted at trial but after we appealed, case "reversed." Received essentially time served sentence

Snowden v. Simon

4 million dollar jury verdict; reduced for comparative fault 2.1 million; settled

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Education

2002

University of North Carolina School of Law

Juris

1999

Hampton University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

"What you don't know about the Criminal Justice System Can Hurt You!".

"And Justice For All"

Publications

2014

American Bar Association GPSolo Magazine Representing the Unpopular Client or Cause

Languages

English

Activity

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