Laura Elizabeth Metcalf

Laura Elizabeth Metcalf

3.6
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 32 years

Mediation Lawyer Practice Areas: Mediation, Divorce & Separation, Car Accidents, Criminal Defense

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 32 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1994

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Laura Elizabeth Metcalf's Reviews

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3.6 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

Laura is very knowledge, she handled my case very well, and cared about my well being as her client. I'm very glad I hired her.

Posted by William C. | March 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent representation

I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude & overwhelming satisfaction with the exceptional legal representation that Laura provided during my divorce proceedings. Laura’s effectiveness, dedication, and her unwavering commitment to my best interests were truly remarkable. I cannot thank her en...ough. I truly appreciated her ability to clearly communicate complex issues and help me understand them fully even when I didn’t want to hear it. Her no BS style of client representation really resonated with me. Laura’s expertise and guidance were truly invaluable throughout this extremely challenging process. I would highly recommend Laura’s services to anyone in need of a skilled and professional attorney.

Posted by Jenn | February 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Intelligent and aggressive

Ms. Metcalf represented me in a civil legal matter. She was prepared both with the facts of my case and with the small details of the law resulting in a win. I would definitely use Ms. Metcalf again in the future as she was not only excellent in court but she calmed my nerves at every turn. Cannot... say enough good things about her.

Posted by John | February 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Worst

Worst experience I could have imagined. She drug the case out for 3 years only to have to plead guilty. I would have been better off representing myself and saving the time and money.

Posted by Anne | October 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Do not hire!!

Do not hire this person. Worst attorney I have ever been associated with. She will not return calls. She is cold and feels no empathy or sympathy. Waist of money.

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Laura Elizabeth Metcalf's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Haines

Mediation lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Laura is an excellent mediator who consistently gets the job done. Anyone needing a mediator, or needing representation in any family law matter, would be well served by retaining her services."

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T. Scott Jones

Mediation lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura, he is one of the finest lawyers in the Knoxville Bar and is what all of us should aspire to be with regards to the way she conducts business in an ethical and professional manner. I wholeheartedly endorse her!"

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Lyndon White

Unknown lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is a strong advocate for her clients. She is always prepared, skilled in the courtroom, and professional and courteous with opposing counsel. Laura is also a highly talented mediator who is most creative at helping parties reach a resolution."

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Heather Anderson

Mediation lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is an outstanding mediator and I highly recommend her. I often refer persons I am unable to represent to her for family and criminal matters. She is personable and a high achiever."

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Michael Ritter

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is dedicated, passionate and zealous when representing her clients. I use her as a referral source for domestic law matters"

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Jedidiah McKeehan

Mediation lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I took Laura's mediation class and absolutely loved it. It was informative and Laura did a great job making it engaging and informative. Fantastic job."

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Jim Owen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is an excellent lawyer with many years of experience in divorce and criminal cases. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Lauren Biloski

Mediation lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Laura is one of my favorite mediators to work with on domestic law cases. She is able to identify the issues and develope unique solutions for every problem. Ms Metcalf connects well with my clients and really allows them to feel comfortable mediating and be happy with the outcome of their case when agreements are reached. I endorse this lawyer."

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Cort Sikes

Mediation lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is one of Tennessee's top mediators. She is very patient, creative, and will work hard to settle your case."

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Benjamin Barnett

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is exceptional. She is the type of lawyer other lawyers go to for advice. She solves problems that's others just refer out as too complicated. I have been on about every side of a case with Laura and am consistently impressed. My endorsement could not be higher."

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James Owen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Vanessa Samano

Mediation lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have used Ms. Metcalf in the past as a Rule 31 mediator for my domestic cases. She was superb! She was knowledgeable in the area and was able to guide the parties to a resolution. My clients and I have always been very satisfied with her services as a mediator."

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Sam English

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a great lawyer and great mediator. I have been on the other side of her on cases. She is committed to excellence and a very fine trial lawyer!"

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John Boucher

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is a fantastic lawyer and person. Hard working and goal driven. Very perceptive and always looking for a different approach to get her cases where they need to be."

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Margaret Held

Family lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.Laura is an outstanding lawyer. She is ethical, smart and fights hard for her clients. She's also a top notch mediator to boot!"

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Luke Shipley

Family lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Metcalf is not only a great attorney who works at getting the best solutions for her client's individual needs, she is also very good at seeing the bigger picture and working out solutions that benefit their long term goals."

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Karrah Leary

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer! Ms. Metcalf is an experienced attorney who cares about her clients and has deservedly earned the respect of other attorneys in the Knoxville area."

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Casey Carrigan

Unknown lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Metcalf is experienced, talented, and will strive for the best outcome for her clients."

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Sarah Easter

Family lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is an experienced, aggressive attorney who always puts her clients first. She is professional, prepared and understands the intricacies of the court system."

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Lyndon White

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Alexander Brown

Mediation lawyer

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Jedidiah McKeehan

Mediation lawyer

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Bailey Harned

Criminal defense lawyer

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Benjamin Barnett

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Amy Benner

Litigation lawyer

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Keith Burroughs

Estate planning lawyer

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Dallas Reynolds

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Sam English

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Vanessa Samano

Child custody lawyer

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James Owen

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Sarah Easter

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Tommy Hindman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Keith Stewart

Class action lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Criminal defense, divorce, mediation, CityView Magazine

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Founding partner, Law office of Laura E. Metcalf

2015 - 2016

Mediation Training, Tennessee Mediation School

1998 - 2015

Attorney, Hindman & Associates

1995 - 1998

Attorney, Keaton, turner & spitzer

Associations

2013 - Present

Tennessee Association of Professional Mediators

Knoxville Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Seal v. Morgan

Argued at 6th circuit, remanded

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Education

1991

Vanderbilt University

N/A

University of Tennessee College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2016

Knoxville Bar Association

Famly mediation

2015

Become a rule 31 listed family mediator

Rule 31 mediation training

Publications

2016

Knoxville Bar Association How mediation changed my practice

2016

Knoxville Bar Association 10 Tips for a Successful Mediation

Languages

English

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