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Michael Menefee is a highly experienced and effective lawyer in Knoxville. Since 2002, he has helped clients all throughout Tennessee with their legal issues. He can help you resolve your problems quickly and efficiently, too. Michael primarily practices in the area of family law and is a well-known attorney within the community. He has received numerous accolades for his achievements, including being rated 10 out of 10 on Avvo and being listed on National Advocates Top 100 Matrimonial Lawyers. He is also a guest lecturer for the National Business Institute and a Rule 31 Listed Family Mediator. He represents individuals at both the appellate and trial levels and has fought for clients in nearly every county in Tennessee. Michael will work relentlessly to help you achieve all your legal goals. You can count on him to help you today.

Melissa is now in private practice after spending seven years with the Knox County Public Defender's Office. During her time as a public defender, she handled criminal cases ranging from low level misdemeanors to felony drug cases and homicides. She is well versed in all areas of practice in Knox County Criminal Courts, from sessions court practice through jury trials. Melissa will bring her zealous representation to your case and will work to achieve the best outcome for your particular situation. She is a client centered lawyer and is ready to fight to defend you and your constitutional rights.

Melanie is a native of Tennessee, growing up in Nashville and attending undergraduate college and law school at the University of Tennessee.  Life took Melanie far away from her roots in Tennessee and then, as fate would have it, brought her back.  After graduating from law school, Melanie practiced law in Georgia, North Carolina, Vermont and New Hampshire.  In North Carolina, she was a certified family law specialist.  Throughout her career, family law has remained a focus.  She has over sixteen years of experience in the field.  In addition to practicing law, Melanie also is an adjunct professor at Pellissippi State Community College.  Melanie joined the Held Law Firm in March 2015 and now practices in the same neighborhood she lived while attending law school.. Melanie is an avid movie fan whose goal is the see all the movies nominated for the major Oscar categories prior to the award show.  She also loves to talk about her almost two hundred pound dog, Samson the English Mastiff.  Melanie has been married for over twenty-five years and has one daughter.

Matthew Barocas is the principal of Matthew David Barocas, P.C.  Matthew oversees all of the firm’s transactions and litigation files, and may work jointly with outside counsel depending on the needs of the client.. Matthew regularly advises small businesses in all aspects of business organization, real estate, employment and litigation.. Before forming the firm in 2013, Matthew worked as an associate attorney at a mid-sized general practice law firm in Garden City, New York.  He represented corporate clients in commercial litigation cases before state and local judges and arbitrators.  He also represented purchasers and sellers of residential real estate transactions, drafted employment contracts, service contracts, promissory notes and security agreements, assisted the firm in its representation of a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee for the Eastern District of New York and represented clients in misdemeanor criminal and traffic cases.. After graduating from law school, Matthew worked for a closing attorney who represented commercial lenders in a variety of real estate transactions, including purchases, refinances, short sales and loan modifications.. During law school, Matthew served as a legal intern in two trial bureaus and the homicide bureau of the Kings County District Attorney’s Office.  He assisted senior prosecutors in investigating and prosecuting felony and misdemeanor criminal cases.  Matthew also worked for a boutique real estate litigation firm in midtown Manhattan drafting legal memoranda, pleadings and motions.             In between semesters pursuing his undergraduate degree in business administration Matthew worked for one of the largest owners of rent stabilized apartment housing in New York City.. Education. B.B.A., University of Miami, 2006 J.D., New York Law School, 2010. Bar Admissions. New York Tennessee

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,

Mary J. Newton began Newton Law, a solo legal practice located in Downtown Knoxville, TN, in 2019.. Mary graduated from Emory University in May 2019 with her Juris Doctorate and Master of Theological Studies. She has spent time in the Knoxville legal community as a Visiting Student at UT's College of Law and as a student intern at the Community Law Office. She is passionate about providing quality legal services to people of all backgrounds and walks of life. She strives to uphold the constitutional and human rights of all persons in her practice of Criminal Defense.. Email:. Phone:

Mark Jendrek is an attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee, who provides legal services for a wide range of clients in East Tennessee, focusing almost exclusively on real estate and transactional matters.  He was admitted to practice in Maryland in 1986, and in Tennessee in 1988.  Since 1989, in addition to his private practice, Mark has served as an adjunct professor at the University of Tennessee College of Law, teaching legal writing and contract drafting courses since 1989.    Mark currently serves, or in the past has served, both as a member and officer on the boards of a number of local organizations, including the Foothills Land Conservancy, East Tennessee Public Television, and the West High School Foundation.  He also served a term on the Knoxville-Knox County Metropolitan Planning Commission.  Mark was appointed by the Tennessee Supreme Court as a member of one of the Court’s District Investigating Committees in 1989, and has been Chair of the Region 2 Committee since 1999, conducting Character and Fitness interviews of Tennessee Bar applicants.     A significant part of Mark’s practice involves creative problem solving–accepting matters for which there appears to be no solution and using legal and writing skills to achieve his clients’ lawful goals.  Much of that problem solving and drafting skill has been put to use for Foothills Land Conservancy, both in Mark’s capacity as a member of the Foothills Board of Directors and as counsel for the conservancy, during the more than 10 years of his affiliation with Foothills.

Margaret Held has known she wanted to be a lawyer since she was 8 years old, hearing the stories of her grandfather’s practice in Knoxville. "When you decide to become a lawyer when you are a kid, it’s because you want to stick up for the little guy and take down the bully.". As a new attorney, that attitude landed Ms. Held a prestigious Equal Justice Fellowship, awarded by the National Association for Public Interest Law to honor lawyers who make unique contributions in public law. The Fellowship allowed Ms. Held to represent entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations to create and retain jobs in poor neighborhoods. "These folks could not afford corporate counsel," says Ms. Held. "It was great to be a new attorney, working up the legal documents to start a bank, suing the government over its use of economic incentives, and representing welfare moms to start businesses ranging from child-cares to ice cream parlors.". After the fellowship ended, Ms. Held continued her mission by founding Held Law Firm. "The Firm exists to support lawyers who have enough little kid in them to love the fight - who wake up each morning excited to take on the big boys, and who haven’t become cynical about ideals like justice and fair play.". Ms. Held represented India Tracy in her lawsuit against the Union County school system for religious discrimination. She represented Citizens for Police Review in its battle for increased accountability within KPD. She helped the Tennessee Industrial Renewal Network to fight for a living wage for Knoxville workers. She obtained a record-breaking settlement for a Department of Energy whistleblower who reported safety violations in Oak Ridge. She represented KnoxRecall in its drive for increased accountability from Knoxville city lawmakers, and Knox County over abuses within the juvenile detention facility. "I suppose that these sorts of lawsuits haven’t made me many friends in certain circles," laughs Ms. Held. "But they weren’t who I went to law school for anyway.". "But seriously," she continues, "As fun as those cases are, the issues that matter most to real people are much more personal. Law, for regular people, is about your kids, your job, your business, your neighborhood. That’s why we specialize in family law, employment law, and non-profit law." "My best hope is that we will take the mystery out of the legal process for my clients - that they will know how the legal system works, feel like they got sound advice and a good outcome, and know that, win or lose, we fought the good fight for them. Big cases are great, but there’s nothing more satisfying for me than to represent an honest, hard-working person well."

Maddie Copes is an associate attorney at Breeding Olinzock Carter Crippen PC and is a member of the firm’s family law and business litigation divisions. Mrs. Copes was born and raised in Melbourne, Florida, after which she received her undergraduate degree from the Florida State University located in Tallahassee, Florida where she majored in Psychology and minored in Family and Child Sciences.. After obtaining her undergraduate degree, Mrs. Copes attended law school at Lincoln Memorial University’s Duncan School of Law where she graduated ranked 6th in her class with the honorable distinction of Magna Cum Laude. During law school, Mrs. Copes was named on the Dean’s List for her entire law school career and received a CALI award in Legal Communications I and II and Legal Research III, an award given to the student with the highest overall grade in a class for that semester.. Mrs. Copes has worked in a variety of areas and has achieved a variety of notable accomplishments since she began working in the legal field. She is a devoted advocate for Children through her work as a Guardian ad Litem, has been trained as a Rule 31 Mediator, and has volunteered as a board member for Knox County Juvenile Court’s Foster Care Review Board.. Since becoming an attorney in 2019, while working at Breeding Olinzock Carter Crippen PC Mrs. Copes has worked on a variety of family and business law cases. She has handled matters involving Child Custody, Dependency & Neglect, Child Support, Divorce, Adoptions, and Appellate work. In terms of business litigation, she was represented clients who seek injunctive relief and provided advice on investment opportunities.. Maddie enjoys going to the beach, traveling with family and friends, and spending time with her husband and silly rescue dog.

Mabern E. Wall received her undergraduate degree in English in 2008, magna cum laude, from Middle Tennessee State University. She graduated cum laude from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 2012 with a concentration in Advocacy and Dispute Resolution. During law school, she served as a member of the Moot Court Board and the Tennessee Journal of Law and Policy. She received University of Tennessee College of Law Certificates of Academic Excellence for her work in the Education Law Practicum and the Prosecution Externship. Before joining Hodges, Doughty & Carson as an associate in 2014, she served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Joseph M. Tipton, Presiding Judge of the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals.. Mabern enjoys spending time with her husband and her family, reading, running, and UT football.

Luke Durham is a full-service attorney, dedicated to serving each client's particular needs.  He provides quality service on a personal level.  Luke can service any legal need, at any level.

Legal Aid Attorney practicing in Elder Law and Benefits Law (Social Security, Food Stamps, Unemployment, Tenncare).

Laura will handle all of your divorce and family-law-related needs with professionalism and support. Not only do you need a divorce attorney skilled in courtroom procedure and trial advocacy, but who also listens, cares and keeps your goals in the forefront.

Laura is an accomplished trial lawyer who has recovered millions of dollars for her injured clients. She has extensive professional experience in personal injury, car accident, premises liability, and workers’ compensation law, and has been lead trial counsel in more than 70 bench and jury trials. She also has resolved hundreds of cases via mediation and alternative dispute resolution.. While at UT Law, Laura earned membership on the Tennessee Law Review. She is an award-winning published author, and, in 2001, the Tennessee Supreme Court cited her work on emotional distress injuries in a published full-court opinion.. Laura graduated from UT Law with honors, finishing in the top quarter of her class with an advocacy concentration.  She then clerked at the Tennessee Supreme Court for the Honorable Adolpho A. Birch Jr., former TSC chief justice.. Following her clerkship, Laura worked in Knoxville as a civil defense lawyer, gaining a unique perspective and insight into what it takes to successfully prosecute accident and injury claims against insurance companies. Within five years, she was peer-assessed a distinguished BV rated trial lawyer.. She has served as an adjunct Professor of Law at UT Law, and has been a guest lecturer in trial advocacy classes at UT Law. She has tried and won cases at every level of the Tennessee court system, from trial courts to appellate advocacy at the Tennessee Supreme Court.. Laura has also worked extensively with children injured in car accidents, as a result of animal attacks, and as guests on business or personal premises.  “I have two little boys.  I look at a hurt kid and it’s easy to understand how they hurt, and how their parents hurt. It’s a very motivational situation for me.”

John Neal is a different sort of lawyer.  Hard working; diverse; licensed since 1978, broad experience in state and federal courts.  John spent much of his youth with his grandfather, a small town sole practitioner who taught him the ethics and sense of fairness of Atticus Finch.  He was one of the youngest students ever admitted to the University of Tennessee, where he earned a Bachelors of Arts in English, and a J.D. He is an outdoorsman who understands the needs and problems of both businessmen and individuals, whether rich or poor.  Mr. Neal operates a small law firm in West Knoxville, but provides the same services you would expect to find in a much larger group. He frequently travels to other jurisdictions, and invites your inquires no matter where you live in the state of Tennessee. You’ll find Mr. Neal in a cowboy hat more often than a suit…..but you will quickly learn  that he is a dedicated advocate who will fight for every one of your rights.

John J. Britton is a shareholder n the firm's Knoxville office. His practice focuses on litigation in state and federal courts in Tennessee, as well as state and local boards and administrative agencies. His primary  focus areas include: eminent domain and condemnation, real estate and real estate related litigation, firearms law, contract drafting, and business litigation.. Mr. Britton has been listed in "Best Lawyers in America" under Eminent Domain and Condemnation since 2007.. Mr. Britton is a member of the Knoxville News Sentinel Charities Board of Directors, which oversees the Empty Stocking Fund. In his spare time, he enjoys wing shooting, sporting clays, hiking,cooking and photography.

John Boucher has been practicing law for the past ten years, building his firm from the ground up.  He has built a practice based on a results-driven approach.  With extensive jury trial experience handling all types of criminal cases that include Capital Murder cases, Rape and other Sex Crimes, Major Felony Drug cases, DUI’s, Thefts, and Embezzlement.. Mr. Boucher served as an Infantry Officer in the United States Marine Corps prior to entering law school.  Within days of passing the Tennessee Bar Exam, he was recalled to active duty in the Marine Corps, and participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom serving with the 1st Marine Division and with the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force.  After completing Operations in Fallujah, Iraq, Mr. Boucher was sent to the Naval Justice School in Newport, Rhode Island and became qualified and certified as a Judge Advocate.  While stationed at Camp Pendleton in California, Mr. Boucher finished his second Marine Corps tour as a Defense Counsel in the most active trial unit in the entire Department of Defense.. After leaving the Marine Corps for the second time, Mr. Boucher opened his own law office in Knoxville, Tennessee.  He has a diverse practice that now concentrates on Criminal Defense and Divorce/Custody/Domestic law.. He has served as a special judge in the General Sessions Court for Knox County, Tennessee hearing both felony and misdemeanor cases.  He has been recognized by his peers and adversaries as one of the best trial attorneys in Knox County and the surrounding areas.  He approaches all of his cases with a determined eye towards the best results for his clients.. Mr. Boucher has been successful in winning acquittals in trials involving 1st Degree Murder, Rape, Aggravated Kidnapping, Aggravated Assault, DUI, Thefts, and Drug cases.. He is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, the Tennessee Bar Association, and the Knoxville Bar Association.. He holds a BA in Criminal Justice from The Citadel, in Charleston, South Carolina and received his Law Degree from Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana.. Mr. Boucher offers free consultations on all matters and accepts all major credit/debit cards.

Jeremy S. Jennings is the founder of Jennings Immigration Law Office. Located in Knoxville, Tennessee, Jennings Immigration Law Office provides East Tennessee with knowledge, counseling, strategy, and representation in all areas of immigration law. Jennings Immigration Law Office dedicates 100% of its practice to immigration law.

Jennifer McKinnish Burton focuses her practice on areas of practice that help families - mainly Social Security Disability and Family law.    Jennifer loves helping people and being intentional in the lives of her clients whether it is helping someone through the grief and heartache of divorce, the joy of adoption, or the tangled world of social security disability benefits.. Jennifer is a tough yet caring attorney who provides skillful and aggressive legal representation.  Her success as a litigator began in law school when she received an award for the Best Oral Advocate in 2003.  Her practice is built on those same skills that have been honed and refined throughout numerous Tennessee courtrooms, mediation conference rooms and appellate courts.  Her family law experience, particularly in the areas of complex divorce litigation, juvenile matters, and adoptions, is hard to equal in the East Tennessee area.. She began her legal career clerking with The Bosch Law Firm, P.C. where she focused on complex criminal defense litigation—including death penalty defense.  In 2005, Jennifer graduated law school and accepted an associate position with the boutique domestic relations firm of Rice, Amundsen & Caperton, P.L.L.C. focusing on domestic relations issues.  Upon return to the East Tennessee area, Jennifer formed the firm of Burton McKinnish, PLLC and the practice has grown from a single office of two attorneys to dual office firm with multiple attorneys to meet the needs of her clients and a support team second to none.. Admitted to Practice. Education. Professional Organizations

Jennifer Egelston practices “Family Law for All.” She handles matters involving marriage, divorce, child custody, child support, DCS, juvenile court, adoptions, name changes, criminal expungements, and orders of protection. She is experienced in the drafting of family planning documents including donor contracts, wills, powers of attorney, and advanced healthcare directives. With her background in horse training and barn management, Jennifer works with horse enthusiasts in legal matters involving equine-related sales, contracts, non-profits, business, and liability. She is also a Rule 31 listed family law mediator with special training in domestic violence. Jennifer volunteers her time in the LGBTQIA+ and military veteran communities through pro bono work. In 2022, she was named Pro Bono Attorney of the Year by Legal Aid of East Tennessee.. Jennifer says, “My goal is to provide access to quality, affordable legal advice and representation: wills, divorces, adoptions, name changes, expungements – you name it. I can help you overcome the past and prepare for the future – no matter what comes.” Request your free consultation with Jennifer by calling or texting her.. Throughout her career as a military police officer, Jennifer R. Egelston upheld the MP motto of “Assist. Protect. Defend.” Like many of her family members who served their communities through both law enforcement work and military service, in her career as an attorney, Ms. Egelston hopes to continue in this regard. Ms. Egelston is a natural protector and a caring friend who will compassionately counsel her clients while she stands firm as their zealous advocate. As a result of her own life experiences and empathetic nature, Ms. Egelston has a great ability to identify with her clients and offer them a realistic explanation of the legal process.

Jeffrey Coller Criminal defense attorney in Knoxville, TN. He handles both state and federal charges including misdemeanors and felonies. Attorney Coller focuses on cases involving search and seizure, suppression of evidence, and standardized field sobriety testing. He knows and understands how critical your case is to you. Contact him today. Call or visit .

Jarrod B. Casteel is an attorney with the law firm of Butler, Vines & Babb in Knoxville, Tennessee. Prior to beginning his law career he spent several years as a mortgage broker and financial consultant. During law school, Jarrod worked for several law firms in the Knoxville area, and worked for both the Chief Justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court and the Chief District Judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee. Jarrod obtained a B.A. in Political Science with an emphasis in Political Philosophy from Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee.. Jarrod’s other interests include traveling, fly fishing, and spending time with his wife Mandi and two dogs Remington and Ruger.

James is a Christian Lawyer, specializing in Elder Law, Wills, Trusts, Estates and Probate matters.. He is a graduate from Lincoln Memorial University's Duncan School of Law in Knoxville, Tennessee, graduating cum laude. While in law school, James served simultaneously as Associate Editor for the Law Review and Vice President of the Moot Court Board. He also served as a faculty research assistant.. J Law is a published author, with a chapter in Perspectives on Capital Punishment in America: edited by Charles E. MacLean, found here. His chapter is on how prospective jurors' First Amendments Rights to Freedom of Religious Expression are violated when prosecutors strike them from the jury pool because of their religious opposition to the death penalty.  Mr. Lawrence holds a Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky. He also lived and studied overseas at St. John's College of Durham University in Durham, England, where he studied Moral Philosophy, Systematic Theology, and Islamic Studies.James is an active member of the West Park Baptist Church in Knoxville, Tennessee, where he currently plays french horn as part of the music ministry of his church and has served as a Sunday School Teacher and Deacon. James' wife, Lara is a professional piano player and they have six children, ranging in age from fifteen to twenty-seven.

Jacob Feuer is a criminal defense attorney dedicated to providing personal service and addressing each client's legal problems on an individual basis.

I graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from the University of Tennessee and subsequently obtained my Juris Doctor degree from Lincoln Memorial Duncan School of Law.  My primary area of focus is Social Security Disability. As a Knoxville native, I find the opportunity to represent the underserved population of East Tennessee to be very gratifying.  I am member of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives, Tennessee Association for Justice, Knoxville Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association and American Bar Association. I enjoy cooking, volleyball, and University of Tennessee athletics (GO VOLS!).