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    Tennessee Has 2516 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 11497 Reviews

    Alexander Jacob Winston

    Alexander Jacob Winston

    5.042 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Mr. Winston counsels clients ranging from small local businesses to large national companies in business sales and acquisitions. Mr. Winston also maintains a general practice in estate planning, debt collection, probate, corporate law, litigation,...
    Rating:  9.3
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    Judy A. Oxford

    Judy A. Oxford

    4.818 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, General Practice and more
    Review: "Our Family has been represented by Judy Oxford on multiple occasions covering a variety of concerns. Her attention to detail and commitment earn her a top score in our book and a reputation of being knowledgable and hard working for those she repr..."
    Rating:  10
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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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    Brian Clay Johnson

    Brian Clay Johnson

    4.715 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Constitutional
    Bio: West Tennessee Attorney - Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Family Law - A Serious Lawyer for Serious Cases Former ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY Former ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL Former SPECIAL ASSISTANT U.S. ATTORNEY Brian was born in Jackson, Ten...
    Rating:  8.3
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    David Christopher Veazey

    David Christopher Veazey

    4.37 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Bio: Practicing in the Chattanooga area since 2010, David is fluent in Criminal, Family, and Bankruptcy law. He also speaks some Russian and French. Armed with a Master's degree in Economics, he can bring the right financial perspectives to legal issue...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Derek Keith Smith

    Derek Keith Smith

    4.86 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Juvenile and more
    Bio: Former CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE and CHANCELLOR; former DISTRICT ATTORNEY GENERAL PRO-TEMPORE; former DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY GENERAL; former ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY GENERAL Call now for a free consultation. Derek Smith was appointed Judge and Chan...
    Rating:  8.5
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    Jason Francis Hicks

    Jason Francis Hicks

    4.824 reviews
    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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    Keith Dewayne Stewart

    Keith Dewayne Stewart

    4.69 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Outstanding lawyer. He was polite and understanding from the beginning. He is very knowledgeable and will work for you for the best possible outcome. I will definitely use him again."
    Rating:  10
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    John David Schwalb

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    John David Schwalb

    5.04 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more
    Decades of defense experience. You can't afford to wait, call today for expert help.
    Rating:  8.2
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    Jim D Owen

    Jim D Owen

    5.03 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 54 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Thank you for taking the time to look at the Avvo profile of Attorney Jim D. Owen. Graduated from the University of Tennessee Law School in 1971 where he received the Order of the Coif and was a member of the Tennessee Law Review. He has practiced...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Lewis Alvin Williams

    Lewis Alvin Williams

    5.017 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice
    Review: "I had to find new legal counsel after my first lawyer's lack of experience became painfully obvious the first time in front of the judge. In my search for a new lawyer, Lewis Williams came highly recommended, and he made an immediate impact. My (n..."
    Rating:  9.1
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    Mary Sullivan Moore

    Mary Sullivan Moore

    4.830 reviews
    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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    Ryan David Hanzelik

    Ryan David Hanzelik

    5.0141 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I am happily married to my wife, Heather, and I am the proud father of three amazingly beautiful daughters. My life revolves around my family. I started practicing law in 2006 and I have operated a successful law practice since 2007 where I have r...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Eugene Anthony Laurenzi

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    Eugene Anthony Laurenzi

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: EUGENE LAURENZI received his Bachelor of Science degree cum laude from Memphis State University in 1974, and his J.D. from Memphis State in 1981. He received his Tennessee license to practice law in 1981, and he is admitted to the U.S. District Co...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Michael D. Watson

    Michael D. Watson

    4.819 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 4 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Michael D. Watson, originally from Columbus, Ohio, is a graduate of The Ohio State University and earned his Juris Doctor from Lincoln Memorial Duncan School of Law. After graduation, he founded The Watson Law Firm, P.C., where he focuses exclusiv...
    Rating:  7.8
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    David Wayne Willis

    David Wayne Willis

    5.014 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Please contact my office for free advice when facing a DUI charge. I know how to fight for your freedom and will be there beside you at each step of the criminal justice process. I always shoot straight with my Clients. Sometimes the Client may no...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Julie Elizabeth Moya

    Julie Elizabeth Moya

    5.02 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Trusts, Estate Planning and more
    Bio: Julie Moya is a former Assistant State Attorney for Miami-Dade County. As an Assistant State Attorney, she was responsible for hundreds of cases, and co-lead prosecution in two courtrooms. Ms. Moya also ran a solo criminal defense practice in Chat...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Chad Michael Ross

    Chad Michael Ross

    5.07 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Chad Michael Ross is the founding member of Premier Legal Group. As an attorney, he is engaged in civil trail practice with an emphasis in the areas of litigation, family law, divorce, custody, child support, criminal defense, personal injury, sma...
    Rating:  8.8
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    Melanie Renee Bean

    Melanie Renee Bean

    4.611 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I focus my practice on trial litigation and handle a range of cases from criminal defense to complex business and family law cases. My work ethic anchors the reputation I have earned as an aggressive attorney. I am committed to quality representat...
    Rating:  10
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    Gilbert Wayne McCarter

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    Gilbert Wayne McCarter

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation
    Review: "Bert is a very aggressive and detailed attorney, he is very understanding and patient and prepares for anything. The whole staff were very professional and on task. Every call or email was answered immediately or within an hour or so. Bert knows h..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Jack Daniel Lowery

    Jack Daniel Lowery

    2.74 reviews
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    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "Phone calls would not be returned. There was no communication until the day we would go to court. When we would request something, we were just brushed off."
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