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James Jeffrey Lee

Criminal defense Attorney at Memphis, TN

5.0   33 reviews

also known as Jeff Lee

  • Licensed for 16 years
    State TN
    Acquired 2007
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About James

Learn James’s areas of practice.

3
Practice areas
  1. Criminal defense
    40%
    State (TN) Felonies and Misdemeanors, Defense, Robbery, Asset Forfeiture, Burglary, Child abuse, Diversion, Aggravated/Domestic Assault, Drug (Marijuana, Xanax, Cocaine, Heroin), DUI/DWI, False Report, Fraud, HMVO, Kidnapping, Parole hearing, Petition for Suspended Sentence, Shoplifting, Theft, Violation of Probation, Expungements, Traffic Tickets, and more

    16 years

  2. Personal injury
    30%
    Assault, Auto Accident, Bullying, Catastrophic injury, Intentional and Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress, Medical Malpractice, Slip and Fall, Tort

    13 years

  3. Sex crime
    30%
    Rape, Aggravated Rape, Sexual Battery, Patronizing Prostitution, Promoting Prostitution, Violation of Sex Offender Registry, Statutory Rape, Public Indecency, Indecent Exposure

    16 years

As a sole practitioner, J. Jeffrey Lee is free to provide a personal approach to his clients. He has deliberately avoided unnecessary expenses and overhead in an effort to provide quality legal services to regular people at reasonable prices. This means that our legal fees truly represent the work that we do on your behalf. J. Jeffrey Lee purposely works in a smaller, more efficient law firm because it provides the best results for the client.

Do you know who's working your case? Even more importantly, who will be handling your case if it goes to trial? When you hire J. Jeffrey Lee to be your attorney, that's exactly what you get.

He continues to perform appointed and pro bono work, representing clients in probate court, juvenile court, criminal, and civil courts.

Call now for a free consultation and see how J. Jeffrey Lee can take care of you and your legal needs today!

Photos and videos

http://www.jjlfirm.com

Memphis trial attorney Jeff Lee provides general information on judicial diversion in Tennessee: what it is, who is eligible, what offenses are eligible, and how a diversion works procedurally.
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Memphis trial attorney Jeff Lee talks about the 5th amendment right not to incriminate yourself, and the penalty to the police if they don't read the Miranda warning.
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Memphis attorney J. Jeffrey Lee explains the benefits of having an attorney even if the defendant chooses to plead guilty.
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The Law Office of J. Jeffrey Lee
1303 Madison Avenue
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Reviews

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Posted by Ηλεκτρα Μπαρδης | September 9, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Best Attorney You Will Find!
As a business owner who has lived in several states and metropolitan areas including Los Angeles and Phoenix, I have utilized my share of attorneys for transactions and legal issues over the years. These experiences have impressed on me the reality that so few lawyers are truly great at what they do. Attorney Lee is great at his job. Attorney Lee not only has what it takes, he is the best lawyer I have encountered. He is professional, highly intelligent, and accessible. His practice should be the gold standard for which others strive. He took care of my case with knowledge and ease stemming from his broad legal experience and passion for his clients and craft. He handled a challenging situation for me…and I am confident that he will do the same for you.
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Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Highly recommend!!!
I highly recommend Jeff as a criminal defense attorney. Not only did I end up with the exact verdict I hoped, but Jeff made the entire process much less stressful. He took care of all the necessary paperwork and kept me informed and optimistic the entire case. He is sincerely one of the nicest people I have met. He also had very fair costs. I would highly recommend Jeff as your criminal defense attorney.
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Posted by Taylor | March 25, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
This is the lawyer for you PERIOD look no where else!
Mr.Jeff Lee is highly recommended and the only lawyer id recommend for your case he talked to me for 45 mins about my case over the phone, met with me for two hours on a saturday, and gave me total peace of mind over the situation and I was able to live my life again, there is nothing like feeling your all alone in a legal matter but honestly Mr.Lee makes you feel like family. Total professional all the way across the board. Thank you Mr. Jeff Lee for help in giving me my life back!
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Posted by Oliver | November 10, 2016
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Great help
I consulted with Mr. Lee on a previous case and he went over and beyond on helping me even though it was just a consultation. I would definitely use him in the future.
Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2016
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Definitely an expertise in the field of law!!!
James Jeffrey Lee provided me with prompt responses and plenty of knowledge and resources moving forward. I only wish I would have met him sooner. He provided me with previous cases relevant to my case. I was also given links to TN laws prevalent to my situation. I would definitely recommend him for all your legal needs.
Posted by D. Ray | September 13, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Look no further.....Jeff Lee is who you need!
Jeff is one of the nicest professionals I have ever met and really shines thru his expertise as an attorney and an overall individual. Prior to meeting Jeff.....I had been battling a very long, time-consuming case.....but once I found Jeff; he quickly put my case behind me with excellent results. There were also complicating factors in my case which only made each day very discouraging leading up to my court date. However.....Jeff took on my case with ease....and all the while assured me that everything was going to work out and not to worry. In the end.....Jeff won me an amazing deal with the court that I couldn't believe! I am so happy I hired Jeff and I highly recommend him to everyone out there that needs his services right away. Please look no further......Jeff Lee is who you need!
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Posted by Sherra | August 18, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Jeff Lee is ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL
Jeff was hired by my sister as I was in jail when I meet with Jeff he let me aware of everything I needed to know about my case and what his plans were. He went above and beyond to help me I never once had to worry about my case he did that for me. Thanks to him I got diversion and will not have to be terrified about having a bunch of terrible charges on my record. I would recommend him to anyone he was always on time for my court dates, and responded to family immediately with information regarding my case he is very professional and above and beyond one of the best attorneys I had the privilege to present me!!! Thanks Jeff Lee for everything you have done for me!!!
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Posted by Devin Heggie | April 8, 2016
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Extremely Helpful
While I never officially hired Mr. Lee, he was extremely helpful. He was very personable and knowledgeable. He was easy to stay in contact with, and helped me through a very stressful situation. I would definitely recommend him to anyone!
Posted by anonymous | April 7, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer
By it being my first offense I was very nervous and confused about how the legal process works. He was very friendly and made me feel comfortable and explained everything. He didn't mind answering all of my questions. He is always on time for court and that means so much. He's very dependable, trustworthy, and knowledgeable about the law.
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Posted by Stephanie | November 4, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Awesome attorney and person
Mr.Lee is amazing. He picked my case up the day before I was scheduled to go to court and instantly got on it. Immediately he applied for me to be placed on judicial diversion and that's exactly what happened. I'm beyond grateful for his hard work and dedication. Everything that he said would happen throughout this entire process happened. With this being my first time ever being in trouble, he kept me calm and assured my mother and I that everything would work out and it did. Thank you mr.lee
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Posted by Kory | May 19, 2015
great attorney
Mr.Lee did a great job on my case and I did not have to go to court and pay for parking and gas. Thanks you for the outstanding job on my case
Posted by Kent | April 18, 2015
Very Responsive and Helpful
I contacted Mr. Lee to represent me on a traffic ticket. He contacted me promptly to discuss the situation and appeared in court for me as promised on the scheduled date. The ticket was dismissed. He contacted me in a timely manner to let me know the status of the ticket. I am very appreciative to Mr. Lee for taking care of this situation for me.
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Posted by Pat | March 30, 2015
What a Find!
Jeff helped my daughter with a traffic offense in Memphis, walking her through the pitfalls of the court system. I CAN'T say enough good things about him. The case was dismissed with a fine (amazing.) I would recommend him to anyone who wants a (very) competent, communicative, and caring lawyer. Don't go through the Memphis court system alone unless you want to walk away with points on your driver's license!
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Posted by Martha | March 28, 2015
Jeffrey Lee is a very trustworthy lawyer.
Mr. Jeffrey Lee helped me with a personal injury claim. He was very forthright and efficient with the insurance companies. With his help my claim was resolved quickly and successfully. He is very hardworking and very responsive to his clients' needs. I highly recommend him as a lawyer and a genuinely good person.
Posted by Mrs. M Y | February 11, 2015
Trustworthy, ALWAYS available, Dependable, Delivers results!
Mr. Lee was an astounding criminal defense lawyer for my needs. He was professional, prompt, available, dependable, and reliable. He kept me informed and responsive throughout the court dates and situations. He was able to deliver better results that I imagined! Thank you for your dedicated service!
Posted by kandice | January 22, 2015
Great Attorney
Very Good Person to be around make you fill Comfortable, very knowledgeable and professional. I would definitely use his services again if needed and would recommend him to future clients.
Posted by Angela | December 3, 2014
Highly recommended
Mr. Lee represented me after I was involved in an auto accident. He was highly professional and well informed. He took the time to explain the legal process to me in clear terms and answered any questions that I had. He went above and beyond to not only provide excellent legal assistance, but to help me resolve a very difficult situation in the least stressful way possible.
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Posted by Dawanna | September 10, 2014
Excellent Services!!
Jeff was an awesome attorney. I was really pleased that I chose him to handle my case. He was aware of several laws that were pertinent to my case. Overall very pleased.
Posted by Kris | April 21, 2014
I feel lucky for getting this attorney from the start!
I actually got his contact information from a close friend of mine and he had suggested Jeff right off the bat. The first time talking to Jeff he knew exactly what needed to be done for this court date to go smoothly and well in my favor. His knowledge and calm collective way of handling my case was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks again Jeff I really appreciate your help!
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Posted by Adam | March 16, 2014
You don't need an attorney. You need Mr. Lee.
Working with Mr. Lee has made me reconsider the reputation of the legal profession at large. Whereas the whole is portrayed as slimy and conniving, Mr. Lee proves that there are exceptions to every rule. Most attorneys offer a complimentary hour for consultation. However, it was at least three hours before we were interrupted by his next appointment. Conversation had casually drifted from the pertinent details; he never became short or cut me off (and there was no real expectation of payment at this point.) He took the time to fully understand my situation, however minor it was. I emailed him once several days before my first court appearance to ensure he had the correct details as it had been months since I had hired him. After that, I did not feel the need to remind him. While everyone else was stepping into the hallway to call/locate their counsel, mine had already arrived. I really appreciated this on the day my probation was set as it required me to stay longer while the details were worked out. Most of the other people there were still waiting to hear from their attorneys at the time I left, two hours later. Spread this out over several court dates, and a less prompt attorney has wasted a LOT of my time. Overall Mr. Lee helped me make the best of a very stressful situation. I was simultaneously facing college graduation and jail time (not that they are related.) I was on the fence between being on top of the world and losing it all. Mr. Lee pushed me back towards the former. On the other hand, should I find myself nearing the latter I will definitely hire Mr. Lee again.
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Cost

Rates
  • Contingency 33%-40%
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Part-time Adjunct Professor
  • Concorde Career College
  • 2014 - Present
  • Part-time Associate Faculty
  • The University of Phoenix
  • 2011 - Present
  • Attorney
  • The Law Office of J. Jeffrey Lee
  • 2010 - Present
  • Associate
  • Leitner Williams Dooley & Napolitan, PLLC
  • 2009 - 2010
  • Assistant Public Defender
  • Public Defender's Office
  • 2007 - 2009
  • Mediator
  • Main Street Legal Services
  • 2006 - 2007
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Education

  • Stetson University College of Law
  • LL.M. in Advocacy
  • 2019
  • Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
  • Certificate
  • 2017
  • Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
  • Certificate
  • 2017
  • Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
  • Certificate
  • 2016
  • National Criminal Defense College
  • Certificate
  • 2012
  • City University of New York School of Law
  • Juris Doctor
  • 2007
  • University of Memphis
  • Master's
  • 2000
  • University of Tennessee
  • Bachelor's
  • 1997
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Legal Cases

  • U.S.A. v. Sadiq Altareb
  • Defendant received probation

Associations

  • Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • Memphis Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • Tennessee Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • Toastmasters International
  • Competent Toastmaster
  • 2002 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Top 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • The American Society of Legal Advocates
  • 2016
  • 2015 Mid-South Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2015
  • One of Three Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Memphis, TN
  • ThreeBestRated.com
  • 2015
  • Lead Counsel Rated
  • www.leadcounsel.org
  • 2015
  • Certified Criminal Trial Specialist
  • The National Board of Trial Advocacy
  • 2014
  • "10 Best" Client Satisfaction Award
  • American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
  • 2014
  • Top 10 Attorney Award
  • National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
  • 2014
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • The National Trial Lawyers
  • 2013
  • Nomination for the Distinguished Bankruptcy Law Student Program
  • American College of Bankruptcy
  • 2007
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Speaking Engagements

  • Frequent Guest Speaker
  • Persuasive Techniques in the Courtroom
  • 2006

Attorney endorsements

Received (31)
Given (31)
Endorse James
Personal injury Attorney | Oct 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Jeff Lee! When I was a new lawyer, he was happy to let me pick his brain. He knows his stuff."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 07
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 17
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. I was present to watch Jeff develop a defense for trial. I had a first row seat to watch him put his skill on display and I was grateful for the expierience. I admire his ability and would recommend him to anyone."
Unknown Attorney | Jan 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Mar 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeff is a fine attorney and straightforward in his dealings. I endorse him."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"James is one of the smartest and compassionate lawyers I know. He works incredibly hard for his clients and is dedicated to meeting their needs. He is a brilliant advocate for his clients."
Contracts and agreements Attorney | Oct 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse Mr. Lee. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is a hardworking, experienced attorney in the legal community."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. He fights hard for his clients!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have worked with attorney Lee on several criminal cases. If I had to describe him in three words they would be dependable, integrity, and dedicated. He is one of very few attorneys in TN who are actually certified in criminal law. This can be evidenced by his vast knowledge and experience in the area. He is my go to attorney when it comes to complex criminal matters."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 06
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Sep 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 11
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice."
Unknown Attorney | Aug 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Lee is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 24
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I met Jeff at the National Criminal Defense College, an intensive two week trial practice seminar, in Macon, Georgia. Since then we have remained good friends. Jeff has an incredible passion for trial work. He is also an incredible advocate, very personable, and very intelligent. For these reasons I endorse Jeff without hesitation."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Family Attorney | Apr 11
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I am happy to endorse Mr. Lee as an excellent and generous member of the Memphis legal community."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeff Lee is silky smooth in court and as knowledgeable about the law as anyone I’ve ever met. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
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Memphis Criminal defense Lawyer James Jeffrey Lee
James Jeffrey Lee
Criminal defense Attorney
Memphis, TN
Licensed for 16 years