John Houser Parker II

John Houser Parker II

also known as Jay Parker

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 26 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Memphis, TN
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Criminal Defense ... +4 more

619 South Cooper Street, Memphis, TN

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 26 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2000

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Location

Law Offices of John Houser Parker II

619 South Cooper Street, Memphis, TN, 38104

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John Houser Parker II's Reviews

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11 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

Best lawyer ever keeps you informed honest down to earth and beat every case I have ever needed him for and he keeps contact very well and will never leave you hanging and shows up on time to every court date!

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer

John Parker is the best criminal lawyer hands down...he keeps you well aware of what's going on and he is a genuine down to earth person and always answers any of your concerns. I'd definitely recommend him.

Posted by Melissa | April 6, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome, intelligent, skillful attorney & staff

I truly could not ask for a better lawyer, and this firm is a godsend. Pamela, the wonderful lady who answers the phone and I believe functions as a clerk/paralegal, is SO kind and empathetic every time I speak with her, I always end up smiling and feeling much better despite the circumstances. T...he attorney himself, John Parker, is a genuinely good person. There is nothing smarmy or disingenuous about him; he defies all negative lawyer stereotypes with his cool, down to earth demeanor and warm smile. When John Parker or anyone on his staff tells you everything will be okay, you can genuinely take his word for it and believe that it will be. I just can't say enough glowing, positive things about this law firm, and it is such a comfort to have them on my team if and when I need them. <3

Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2015

Excellent!

I don't believe I could've asked for a better attorney. At the age of 23, acquiring two DUI's, within a year, has got to be the biggest mistake I ever made in my life. I was stupid for what I did and I soon realized that taking the chance of driving intoxicated isn't worth the financial and personal ...stress that comes along with getting caught. John provided the best legal services I could ask for. He never made any promises, but always said that he would fight for me. That's exactly what he did. Long story short, I'm extremely happy with the end result of things. I definitely put him through a lot of bs, but he handled it in stride and made sure he gave the best defense a lawyer could. I recommend Mr. Parker to anyone dealing with this issue.

Posted by Sabrina | May 19, 2015

Awesome attorney

Mr. Parker Did an excellent job handling my case and went above and beyond his call of duty to assist me in all aspects of my case, he kept me well informed i felt very confident in his abilities if i had to go through this again i was request Mr.Parker as my attorney i would not have any other thank... you again Mr.Parker for all that you have done for me you an absolute 10 :)

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John Houser Parker II's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Lawyer

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Parker is an excellent attorney with a great deal of experience in all courts. I would not hesitate to retain him for any criminal defense or personal injury case."

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Jason Matthews

Unknown lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a great lawyer! He will work hard to ensure you receive effective legal representation."

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Eugene Belenitsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Whenever I needed help with a tough criminal law issue, John always had the answer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Ruchee Patel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Young

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Claiborne Ferguson

Litigation lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Friend

"I have known John Parker for many years and can honestly say he is a great attorney and a zealous advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate in hiring John Parker if I had a legal matter."

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Patrick Stegall

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Parker has been an associate of mine for years in the Memphis criminal courts, and I've seen him skillfully represent many clients. He is an outstanding attorney."

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Barry McWhirter

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. John is a very capable and talented lawyer. When I have a criminal defense issue, he is the first lawyer I call."

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David Willis

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This is a great Defense Attorney. I have known John since 1997 and he is a hard working Attorney. I would recommend his legal services to anyone for a Criminal Defense matter in Memphis, TN. He puts forth 100% effort in every client’s case and thinks “outside of the box” in defending his clients with success."

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Jason Matthews

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Luke Evans

Federal crime lawyer

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Michael Lawyer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eugene Belenitsky

Criminal defense lawyer

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Vincent Wyatt

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Young

Criminal defense lawyer

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Claiborne Ferguson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Patrick Stegall

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Willis

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2014

Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Senior Partner, Parker & Willis, PLLC

2006 - 2008

Attorney, The Wagerman Law Firm

2001 - 2006

Associate Attorney, Morton & Germany, PLLC

2000 - 2001

Attorney in the Trust Department, National Bank Of Commerce, Memphis, Tennessee

Associations

2014 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2010 - Present

Criminal Justice Act Panel

Member

2002 - Present

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Memphis Bar Association

Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee

Memphis Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State vs. MB

DUI dismissed. Reckless Driving diverted.

State vs. JR

DUI dismissed. Guilty of Reckless Driving.

USA vs. RM

Client only received 60 months.

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Education

2000

University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Mississippi State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

TACDL Round Table

Legal Ethics

Publications

2015

DUI Newsletter DUI News Letter- Frequently Asked Questions

Languages

English

Activity

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