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Biography
Gordon Allen Byars was born in Las Vegas but moved to Huntingdon, a small town in West Tennessee, when he was in seventh grade and has remained in Tennessee ever since. Mr. Byars earned his Bachelor's degree in Sociology with a concentration in Criminal Justice from Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville Tennessee.
Mr. Byars earned his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from Lincoln Memorial University. While in law school Mr. Byars served as a law clerk for the Tennessee Attorney General and Reporter in Nashville and was selected as a research assistant by the faculty at Lincoln Memorial University. Mr. Byars received the General Oliver O. Howard Pro Bono Award for rendering nearly 200 hours of meaningful pro bono service to those in need while he attended law school.
Mr. Byars was admitted to practice law in Tennessee in 2013 and focus's his practice on defense of felony and misdemeanor crimes as well as DUI, family law, probate matters and landlord/tenant issues.
Client focused and results driven. Every Case Is Defensible.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
DUI and DWI
20%
Business
10%
Sex Crime
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-200 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2016 2014
Licenses
Licensed in Tennessee for 13 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Child Custody
Posted by TERRY | October 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
GREAT LAWYER
GREAT JOB ON A CHILD CUSTODY CASE. OUTCOME FAIR TO EVERYBODY. I HAVE ALREADY BEEN RECOMMENDING HIM TO OTHERS AND WILL CONTINUE TO DO SO. VERY PERSONABLE AND DID NOT RUSH US OUT OF THE OFFICE. AN A+ ATTORNEY IN OUR FAMILY'S OPINION.
Posted by Jamie | October 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Can do the impossible!
Relocating with child out of state is pretty much next to impossible but working closely with Gordon we were able to win the trial and my child and I now live a stable and very happy life he is very witty and quick with words and rebuttals. I am very thankful I hired him to get me through the hardest...
Gordon Allen Byars's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Gordon for several years and have referred clients to him multiple times. He is honest and hard working."
"Gordon is an exquisite gentlemen who possesses sold oratory and writing skills. I recommend him as a fellow colleague."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the hardest working young lawyers I have seen in the long time and I am very proud to call him friend."
"I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I attended law school with Gordon and took many classes with him. If I needed to bounce an idea off someone or to clarify if I was understanding an assignment, he was the first classmate I went to ask. He's a great guy and won't lead you on."
"Mr. Byars is my number one source to go with complex legal situations. I have known him six years and his professionalism is top notch. He is an asset to the community of Cookeville and the surrounding counties. I highly endorse Mr. Byars."
"Gordon is an intelligent and hard-working attorney. He fights hard to get the best result for his clients in every case."
"I have known Gordon for a number of years. I know that he works hard on every case he works on and will relentlessly work the case aiming for the best outcome for his client."
"Mr. Byars is well-known and respected as a talented lawyer. He truly cares about his clients. I recommend him without hesitation."
"I met Gordon in law school. He was a smart student that turned into a very capable Attorney. I know Gordon both personally and professionally. He shows a passion for law and his clients.I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the pleasure to work with Mr. Byars since his early years of Law School as well as a young practitioner. Mr. Byars is an exceptional addition to the Legal Profession and will undoubtedly be an asset to his clients."
"Gordon is a compassionate, yet aggressive defense attorney who represents his clients very well. I know him to be very thorough and very personable."
"Mr. Byars is a smart attorney who is easy to work with and knows how to apply the law. He possesses a talent for dealing with people and that translates into effective negotiations and courtroom advocacy. I feel more than confident in referring clients to Mr. Byars."
"Mr. Byars is a hard working and knowledgeable attorney who does his best to accomplish his clients' legal goals!"
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2015
Attorney For Justice - Pro Bono Service Award, Tennessee Supreme Court
2015
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
General Oliver O. Howard Pro Bono Award, Lincoln Memorial University
2012
Dean's List, Lincoln Memorial University
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney at Law/Founder, Byars Law
2013 - 2014
Associate Attorney, The Bowlin Law Firm
2011 - 2013
Law Clerk, The Bowlin Law Firm
2011 - 2011
Law Clerk, Tennessee Attorney General & Reporter
2010 - 2012
Research Assistant, John J. Duncan Jr. School of Law
Associations
2017 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2017 - Present
Upper Cumberland Young Lawyers AssociationPresident
2017 - Present
Putnam County Bar AssociationPresident
2016 - Present
Upper Cumberland Young Lawyers AssociationVice President
2016 - Present
Putnam County Bar AssociationVice President/President Elect
2013 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2015 - 2016
Upper Cumberland Young Lawyers AssociationSecretary
2014 - 2016
Putnam County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2014
Hamblen County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Maynard
Initiation Charge Dismissed. Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Possession of Drug Paraphernalia after a Defense Motion to Suppress based upon search and seizure issues was filed. He was given 11 months and 29 days on probation.
Worley v. Worley
Grandparents Visitation Statute ruled Unconstitutional by trial court
State v. Colewell
Dismissed upon Defense Motion
Education
2017
Tennessee Criminal Defense Trial College
2013
Lincoln Memorial University
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
Tennessee Technological University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
Tennessee Tech University - Guest Lecture
Know Your Rights
2017
TBA-YLD Know Your Rights
Know Your Rights
2016
Upper Cumberland Trial Lawyers Association CLE
Ethics and the Cloud
2016
Tennessee Boys State
SUPREME COURT ADVANCING LEGAL EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS (SCALES)
2016
Guest Lecturer -Nashville State Community College
Death Penalty and Corrections
2015
Tennessee Boy's State
SUPREME COURT ADVANCING LEGAL EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS (SCALES)
2011
Law for All
Youth Higher Education
Publications
2013
Perspectives on Capital Punishment in America: edited by Charles E. MacLean
Preventing The Automatic Death Penalty: Using the Felony Murder Rule as a Basis for a First-Degree Murder Conviction or an Aggravating Factor; but not Both
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Tn seized my vehicle because someone else was driving it on revoked license due to DUI. What rights do I have?
26 Oct 2014
Q&A
Threatening to be charged with hindering a secured creditor,are they allowed?
23 Oct 2014
Q&A
Is a seat belt violation a misdemeanor in Tennessee? I thought it was only an infraction, but TCA 55-9-603 suggests otherwise.
24 Oct 2014