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    Tennessee Has 2515 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 11526 Reviews

    Lawrence Alan Poindexter

    Lawrence Alan Poindexter

    5.02 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Litigation, Criminal Defense, Juvenile Law and more
    Review: "Alan was very professional and was a hard nosed lawyer that went the extra mike to get my case taken care of.Mr.Poindexter should be ranked as the #1 attorney in the state for practicing law.thanks Alan for all your help on my case."
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    Eric Daniel Reach

    Eric Daniel Reach

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy and Debt, Criminal Defense and more
    Review: "Eric is very professional and always does what is best for his client. He has been very helpful in the last few years with my husband. He did everything he could to make sure my husband was treated fairly and that he won his case. I would recomme..."
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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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    Richard Lee Gaines

    Richard Lee Gaines

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    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: Richard L. Gaines was the first lawyer to successfully challenge the reliability of a detection dog in a federal court. His continued practice in defending the criminally accussed in state and federal courts includes bank robbery, white collar cri...
    Rating:  8.5
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    R. Price Nimmo

    R. Price Nimmo

    3.02 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 58 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury
    Review: "R Price Nimmo is such an amazing man! He has helped me get through a difficult situation that was affecting my life! He is truly an amazing lawyer and person. I thank God so much that he took my case and did everything he could to take care of it...."
    Rating:  8.0
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    Matthew Darren Ooten

    Matthew Darren Ooten

    3.02 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Social Security, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Matt Ooten has spent his legal career helping clients when they need it the most. Matt has the experience and knowledge to help his clients with disability claims, car accidents, and DUI's or criminal charges,
    Rating:  8.0
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    Christopher Allen Jones

    Christopher Allen Jones

    5.02 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Litigation, Juvenile Law and more
    Review: "If you are looking for a lawyer, that knows how to win a case - be sure to hire Chris. He represented me on a case, that was close to a dead case. I got bitten by a dog, that had no shots. Chris won the case brilliantly! He got my medica..."
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    Andrew S. Thompson

    Andrew S. Thompson

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Andrew S. Thompson is an associate attorney at the Law Office of J. Patrick Henry in Kingston, TN. Andrew received his law degree from Lincoln Memorial Univesity - Duncan School of Law in 2018 and was also admitted to the Tennessee bar in 2018. An...
    Rating:  6.6
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    William Robert Bruce

    William Robert Bruce

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Medical Malpractice, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "I used to be a lawyer many years ago and Bill is who I hired for my own divorce and child custody issues. He is a good man. I have watched him evolve as a divorce lawyer. He has been a good fighter and good litigator for years but I have watched h..."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Amy Kathleen Skelton

    Amy Kathleen Skelton

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    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Family and more
    Rating:  7.0
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    William Luke Hammond

    William Luke Hammond

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    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Luke Hammond is an experienced Nashville Criminal Defense attorney. His main focus in court is protecting client's rights and helping guide clients through the entire judicial process in order to reach a favorable outcome. He wants to help his cli...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Walter B. Johnson II

    Walter B. Johnson II

    3.02 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Construction and Development, Criminal Defense
    Review: "This man is a legend in the courts. He fought for me & genuinely cares. He gets down to the nitty gritty details of things & isn't afraid of the DA's. Always answers his phone, no matter when you call him. Very knowledgeable & trustworthy. As long..."
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    Matthew Joseph Lamberth

    Matthew Joseph Lamberth

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Adoption, Criminal Defense, Family and more
    Review: " I chose to work with Matt Lamberth on several matters and he has always provided exceptional representation that is both aggressive and very professional. No matter what the circumstances, Matt always makes sure my questions are addressed and h..."
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    Ronald G. Freemon

    Ronald G. Freemon

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Debt Collection, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "Ronald Freemon you have been so great with my son’s cases! The civil case you have been great. The divorce case you have also been great!!! My son and I can’t think you enough!!! I would recommend you to anyone that needs a great lawyer!! You have..."
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    Shawn L. Caster

    Shawn L. Caster

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    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Insurance
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    William E. Duffey Jr.

    William E. Duffey Jr.

    5.01 review
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense, Litigation and more
    Review: "Bill went beyond for me and my family and was there for me when I was nervous and scared in court. If you want an honesty attorney who will work hard for you because everyone deserves justice contact bill Duffey "
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    Mary Eugenia Lewis

    Mary Eugenia Lewis

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    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes, Appeals
    Rating:  7.1
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    Dominic Joseph Leonardo

    Dominic Joseph Leonardo

    5.02 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "After experiencing a very complicated legal battle, I was taken advantage of by another prominent attorney. I had consults with other area council prior to Mr. Leonardo, and they told me there was nothing I could do, and I was looking at a loose-l..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Martin Lynn Howie

    Martin Lynn Howie

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    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "This man represented me several years ago. Despite all the negativity and gossip surrounding himself and the situation that he found himself in, he continued to do his job. And did a very good job I might add. He properly informed each client (mys..."
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    Benjamin M Israel

    Benjamin M Israel

    Not yet reviewedReview Benjamin
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Rating:  7.4
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    Christine W. Stephens

    Christine W. Stephens

    5.04 reviews
    Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "Ms. Stephens was the first of my 4 Attorney’s that took my case to heart and realize that there are some good dads out there. She helped me gain back more time with my boys. So appreciative! "
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