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    Kenneth Dale Quillen

    Kenneth Dale Quillen

    5.02 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I am 61 years old. I enjoy criminal defense work and cannot imagine practicing any other kind of law. My only outside interest is doting on my granddaughter.
    Rating:  7.0
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    Kelli Lavon Black

    Kelli Lavon Black

    5.04 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Family
    Review: "Kelli is always punctual and thorough with her work. Every time I ever needed to use Kelli’s services they have always been within my budget. She always strive to have the best outcome on any case she has ever solved for me. I would recommend Kell..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Chase Alan Baker

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    Chase Alan Baker

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Adoption, Family and more
    Bio: Chase Baker, a native of Elizabethton, Tennessee, exemplifies a blend of academic achievement and legal proficiency. As a graduate of East Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science in Communications Studies, Chase stood out academicall...
    Rating:  6.4
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    Keith Allen Hopson

    Keith Allen Hopson

    5.05 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation
    Bio: Keith Hopson has been practicing law in East Tennessee for over 30 years. Keith has extensive experience in divorce, child custody, criminal defense and personal injury litigation. Keith has served the people of East Tennessee with the professiona...
    Rating:  7.6
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    James Michael Shipman

    James Michael Shipman

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Nashville Attorney Michael Shipman began his legal career practicing criminal law in Chicago at the Cook County Office of thePublic Defender, Felony Trial Division at 26th and California. He assisted in the defense of many typesof felony criminal ...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Jonathan Roy Hamby

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    Jonathan Roy Hamby

    5.010 reviews
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    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes, General Practice and more
    Bio: A native of Crossville, Jonathan R. Hamby graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science in Recording Industry Management. Upon graduation, Jonathan went on to attend Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, Flor...
    Rating:  7.0
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    Gregory Scott Kanavos

    Gregory Scott Kanavos

    4.36 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Scott is direct, fair, and compassionate. He has assembled a team of great people who have helped me a few times over the years. Each attorney and staff member was kind to me when they did not have to be. I’m indebted more than they know."
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    Sean Thomas McKinney

    Sean Thomas McKinney

    3.919 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I came to Nashville on vacation and was arrested on Broadway for a domestic assault that didn't happen. It didn't even involve me, period. I hired Mr. Mckinney and he worked my case hard and somehow managed to get the whole thing thrown out and ke..."
    Rating:  6.9
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    Caesar Anthony Cirigliano

    Caesar Anthony Cirigliano

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Caesar is made my entire scary process very easy on me. Once I retained his services for my civil case he handled all my paperwork and was on time to court promptly. He was confident in his ability to handle my case and helped me a lot. I would re..."
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    Robert Wesley Newman

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    Robert Wesley Newman

    5.03 reviews
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    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Adoption, Child Custody and more
    Review: "He is so knowledge and has a bull dog attitude. Doesn't back down."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Lynda F. Jones

    Lynda F. Jones

    5.04 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Debt & Lending Agreements and more
    Bio: Lynda F Jones received her J.D. from the University of Memphis where she received the American Jurisprudence Award for Trial Advocacy. Her undergraduate degree was received Cum Laude from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville while working full...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Stevan Lenoir Black

    Stevan Lenoir Black

    5.010 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Litigation and more
    Review: "Mr.Black is quite possibly one of the smartest individuals I've ever met. His knowledge of the law and how it all works is incredibly impressive. He is so well versed that he can quote case law and Supreme Court cases off the top of his head. He a..."
    Rating:  9.0
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    Jonathan Paul Farmer

    Jonathan Paul Farmer

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "Jonathan was extremely knowledgeable about the law and he kept me well informed about every step of my case. He responded immediately to my calls and emails. I think the thing that makes Jonathan stand out is that he is a compassionate and caring ..."
    Rating:  8.3
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    Akiah Clinch Highsmith

    Akiah Clinch Highsmith

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Estate Planning and more
    Bio: Akiah is a seasoned litigator with extensive experience in the courtroom and at the negotiating table. Prior to joining Griffith McDaniel LLP in 2025, he worked for one of the largest law firms in the country with a focus on civil litigation and i...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Andrew Robert Edward Plunk

    Andrew Robert Edward Plunk

    5.02 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Contracts & Agreements and more
    Bio: I was born and raised in Memphis, TN. I attended the University of Tennessee at Knoxville for undergrad, where I received a B.A. in Political Science. I returned to Memphis for law school, where I graduated in 2012. I passed the Tennessee Bar Exam...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Cynthia Sue Lyons

    Cynthia Sue Lyons

    5.05 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I provide skilled represenation to my clients, with over 30 years of experience to rely on, in matters of criminal defense, DUI, and domestic relations.
    Rating:  6.8
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    Jerry Jerome Fabus

    Jerry Jerome Fabus

    3.914 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation
    Review: "I have had the pleasure of working with Jerry Fabus on several legal matters, and I can confidently say that he is one of the most intelligent, thorough, and caring lawyers I have ever encountered. He is transparent and honest, demonstrating the u..."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Charles Clifford Harrison

    Charles Clifford Harrison

    5.02 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Estate Planning
    Review: "Charles is very attentive, informative and deeply dependable! He has been my lawyer for the past 2 years and he has been successful each time I've needed him. I would recommend him to any one who is needing legal advice or representation."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Michael S Rexroat

    Michael S Rexroat

    4.943 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: If you were playing the biggest game of your life how helpful would it be to have someone on your team who used to be on the opposing team? Someone who had been involved in every aspect of the other team‘s game and gameplan? What if the competitio...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Mark Robert Olson

    Mark Robert Olson

    4.312 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "Mr Olson is God sent, he is compassionate & understands the bond between a pet & her owner. My mini horse was sold by a woman in Southside Tn. Who was only to keep my horse while I go to Canada to take care of my mom.... She heartlessly, sold my b..."
    Rating:  7.9
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