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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more

Bio: Chris Clark is one of the most experienced trial lawyers in the State of Tennessee. He has extensive trial experience as both a prosecutor and criminal defense attorney including multiple first degree murder cases tried as both a prosecutor and de...

Rating: 10

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Litigation and more

Bio: I have been representing people in court since 1986. I have successfully represented clients in trial and appellate courts throughout the country and I regularly try cases before state and federal court juries. My career has been varied as I began...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Tennessee

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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Criminal Defense

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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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Bio: Our office offers the personal attention required to find the best resolution to your legal issues. Your case will be handled by an experienced and diligent attorney who honestly cares about you. Attorney Russell Nixon specializes in Criminal Law,...

Rating: 7.2

Call for a FREE consultation(615) 956-2308

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Personal Injury

Bio: I am a Tennessee criminal defense attorney focused on representing individuals facing serious charges, including felony offenses and high-stakes allegations. My practice is built around trial preparation, strategic case analysis, and a willingness...

Rating: 6.2

Call for a consultation(931) 422-8450

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family and more

Bio: I am a trial lawyer and have been one for 18 years. As such, I focus my practice on personal injury and criminal defense. When you are making a decision to hire an attorney, make sure that your attorney has the experience to take a case to trial a...

Rating: 9.6

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more

Bio: Navigating through the legal system can be scary and frustrating and I will stand beside you and be your voice. Both as a prosecutor and as a defense attorney, I know that things are not always as they seem. Sometimes good people get caught up in ...

Rating: 9.2

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Review: "I spoke with Mr. Hill regarding a debt collection matter for my business. He was very helpful and aggressive in planning on collecting my money. I was impressed with him and will consider him again should I need a lawyer."

Rating: 7.3

Call for a consultation(423) 583-8908

Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: Former Prosecutor Fighting For You. Over a decade of trial and appellate experience in major felony cases. For aggressive and passionate representation, call today for a free consultation at.

Rating: 8.3

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Review: "Amanda Dunn of Houston and Alexander, represented my son who was facing a minimum 10 year sentence for a federal drug conspiracy charge. Through her excellent investigation skills, collection of evidence, support documentation and verbal arguments..."

Rating: 8.9

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more

Bio: With over 20 years of experience in the Chattanooga criminal law system, trial lawyer Mary Sullivan Moore has litigated hundreds of cases and helped countless defendants protect their rights and their futures against criminal charges. Ms. Moore br...

Rating: 8.1

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Thomas is a founding member and managing partner at the firm of Parkerson Santel Garner, PLLC. He began the practice of law in the firm of Boston, Holt, Sockwell & Durham in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee with a focus on family law and personal injury. I...

Rating: 9.1

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more

Partner at Casey, Simmons & Bryant, focused in our Clarksville office. Call 931-614-0754 today.

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(931) 614-0754

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more

Review: "Words cannot express my gratitude for how Cory handle my divorce/custody process. Throughout the entire process he maintained a high level of integrity, professionalism, compassion, and astuteness. Cory championed for me and my children and yielde..."

Rating: 10

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Review: "Jason drew up a complete set of estate planning documents for my grandmother. He answered all of her questions and explained to her how the documents would uphold her wishes in different situations. It took a lot of worry off of her, and he charge..."

Rating: 10

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Adoption and more

Brandon is a committed attorney to his clients. He is compassionate about customer service and wants to positively impact the people's lives who have chosen to work with him.

Rating: 8.3

Call for a FREE consultation(423) 820-8118

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Business and more

Bio: Highly motivated Attorney, bringing you knowledge, skill, and dedicated solutions. Daniel P. Ufford is an experienced trial attorney, and Rule 31 Mediator, motivated to bring true service to the legal profession. Before entering private practice, ...

Rating: 10

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Appeals and more

Bio: I have been practicing throughout Tennessee in trial and appellate courts, both state and federal, since 1993. I work hard to get the best outcome possible for my clients. When you hire me, you will have direct access to me - you won't have to lea...

Rating: 9.5

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

Bio: I graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Law, Cum Laude, in 2016. During my final year at UT Law, I was a student attorney in the Innocence and Wrongful Convictions Clinic. My time in the clinic was an amazing, educational experienc...

Rating: 9.0

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Child Abuse and more

Review: "Jennifer is an outstanding lawyer. She was very professional, knowledgeable and caring. She handled my brothers case with the uppermost concern, responsibility and involvement. I highly recommend her as an attorney. Very informative, easy to get a..."

Rating: 10

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Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Employment & Labor and more

Bio: Dina Nesheiwat graduated with honors from Stetson University and earned her juris doctorate, cum laude, from Saint Thomas University School of Law in Miami. She then went on to earn her master’s from Benjamin Cardozo School of Law, focusing on cri...

Rating: 9.7

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