Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers Near me in ZIP 37902

Scott A. Lanzon was born in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, where his father was serving in the United States Army, 101stAirborne. Raised in Detroit, Michigan, Scott graduated from the University of Montana in 1998. After working in New York City , Scott decided to pursue a career in law. He graduated from Vermont Law School in 2004, and immediately joined the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office in Columbus, Ohio. In 2007, Scott joined the law firm of Thomas and Company, where he served as an associate. Scott returned to Montana in 2008, and had a successful career as a prosecutor at the Gallatin County Attorney’s Office. In 2011, Scott moved to beautiful East Tennessee and entered private practice.. Scott is a committed father, son, brother, and bird-dog owner. Always active in the outdoors, he enjoys fly-fishing, bird hunting, and spending time with his family on the banks of the Holston River. Scott attends Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in downtown Knoxville.. Scott takes great pride in his work and is committed to helping people who are in need. The moment someone is accused of a crime or in need of legal help can be a confusing and difficult time.

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 crime, drug crimes, health care fraud, and other federal matters. Mr. Gaines also practices in Federal Administrative Law representing Department of Energy employees (contractors) in revocation hearings for Q security clearance and access authorization. He is admitted to practice in various federal jurisdictions.

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Mr. Garza lectures both in the state of Tennessee and nationally in the areas of Criminal Defense, DUI and trial skills. Mr. Garza has literally attended hundreds of hours of legal and scientific education related to the defense of the citizen accused and prides himself in staying on the cutting edge of trial techniques and the underlying law and science that is necessary to effectively defend those accused of crime or those who have suffered serious personal injury. Mr. Garza is trained in the science and techniques of Gas Chromatography (the method used to test drugs and alcohol in the blood), the EC/IR II breath testing device and is both a student and Instructor of the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) courses.. Mr. Garza is also a graduate of the prestigious National Criminal Defense College (NCDC) in Macon, Georgia and a graduated of the well-respected Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College® in Dubois, Wyoming, an intensive 24-day trial skills college.. After a tour as a Judge Advocate and Captain in the United States Marine Corps, Mr. Garza returned to practice law in his home of East Tennessee.  He routinely travels across East Tennessee handling criminal and personal injury cases for a relatively small number of clients.  Marcos Garza is committed to handling fewer cases in the areas of Criminal, DUI and Personal Injury law in order to achieve the best results possible.  This system enables Mr. Garza to get to know his clients personally and thoroughly, and he believes this not only produces better results but is also a more rewarding way of practicing law.  He is available during the week and on weekends for free consultations.  Mr. Garza is a husband and father of four young children and enjoys running and charcoal grilling on the weekends.

Mr. Eldridge was educated at the University of Tennessee, receiving his undergraduate degree in 1982. He graduated from the Wake Forest University School of Law, cum laude, in 1986. While there, he served as the Editor-in-Chief of its law review publication. Following graduation, he served as a law clerk to the Honorable W. Eugene Davis of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.. Mr. Eldridge began the private practice of law in 1987, joining Ritchie, Fels & Dillard in 1988, where in 1992 he became a partner. In 2003, Mr. Eldridge established the law firm of Eldridge & Blakney, P.C. where he serves as the managing partner. He has devoted his practice to the representation of individuals and organizations facing criminal investigation and prosecution for over 27 years.. Mr. Eldridge has received the highest rating awarded by Martindale - Hubbell (AV) for the last fifteen (17) years and is a graduate of the National Criminal Defense College in Macon, Georgia. He is Board Certified as a Criminal Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, is certified as a Criminal Trial Specialist by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization, and has been selected by his peers to be included in The Best Lawyers in America since 2006 and was named as Lawyer of the Year for Knoxville in Criminal Defense: Non-White Collar for 2011 and received the same honor for Criminal Defense: White Collar for 2014.  Mr. Eldridge has been selected for inclusion among the top 100 lawyers in Tennessee in the Mid-South Super Lawyers magazine since 2006.. He has taught at continuing legal education seminars hosted by the American Bar Association (ABA), the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), the Bureau of National Affairs, the Tennessee Bar Association (TBA), the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (TACDL), the Institute for Continuing Legal Education for Georgia, the Knoxville Bar Association (KBA), and others. He has also published instructional articles in ABA, NACDL, TBA, TACDL, and KBA publications.. Mr. Eldridge has also lectured overseas at the University of Jordan in Amman, Jordan where he presented a discussion of the Implications of World Wide Media Coverage of the Criminal Justice System.. He is the past Chair of the Tennessee Bar Association’s Criminal Justice Section, is a member of TACDL, a Life Member of NACDL, and is past president of the Hamilton Burnett American Inn of Court. Mr. Eldridge is a Past President of the Knoxville Bar Association.  He was inducted as a Fellow of the Knoxville Bar Foundation in 2007 and a Fellow of the Tennessee Bar Foundation in 2008.  He was inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers in 2013.

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.

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

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:

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.

In every case I work hard to achieve the very best results for my clients.  I take great pride in my work and client-centered focus.  Just as important, I believe that it is important to charge reasonable rates for top notch representation.. My goal with each client is to develop a relationship founded on trust and communication.   However, I recognize that each client is different and may require a different approach.. I always encourage people to call me to set up a consultation.  The consultation is free.

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 experience that allowed me to help people unjustly imprisoned while learning from the mistakes of much more experienced criminal defense attorneys.. Since leaving UT Law and the legal clinic, I have continued my pursuit of helping those unjustly imprisoned and started helping those facing a possible conviction. I strive to provide quality legal representation that protects my clients' rights and ensures a fair, just result.

I believe that all people who have been charged with a crime deserve to have their rights vigorously defended. I don't care if you've been charged with assault, DUI, a drug or a sex crime; no matter what charge you are facing, you still have rights. At my law firm, Scott C. Frith, Attorney at Law, I work with each client to devise an approach that best reflects that client's goals and priorities. As your criminal defense lawyer, I will do everything in my power to defend your rights and arrive at the best possible outcome to your situation. I also represent clients who need legal representation in a family law or personal injury matter.. Furthermore, I have a deep commitment to my community. I not only live in Knoxville, but also currently serve on the board of directors of the Halls High School Alumni Association, and write a monthly column on local politics and government for the Shopper-News. I am also a past president of Keep Knoxville Beautiful and of the Halls Business and Professional Association, and am a former member of the board of directors of the Legacy Parks Foundation. I take pride in my dogged work ethic, and truly take an interest in achieving the best possible outcomes for my clients. I like to fight, I like to win, and I like to help people of all walks of life who find themselves in a challenging legal situation.. If you've been charged with a crime, waiting to consult a lawyer or giving statements to police without legal counsel can be devestating. I provide free initial consultations to potential clients, so cost is not a factor in getting the initial advice you need to start protecting your rights. To schedule an appointment to discuss your situation, call my office at and I will get back to you as soon as I can.

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 and to the appellate level, if necessary. On average, I try about three jury trials and dozens of non-jury trials each year. I typically handle at least one appeal each year. Although most cases resolve themselves short of trial (through mediation or otherwise), you will get the best result when you are prepared to go to a trial.

For the past 13 years, Attorney Robert R. Kurtz has been dedicated to practicing criminal defense in federal and state courts. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 1995, and his Juris Doctorate degree with honors in 2000 from the University of Tennessee College of Law. In 1998, Mr. Kurtz started working in a private practice with several criminal defense lawyers. By 2004, he had realized that he wanted to have more personal contact with his clients, and decided to start his own practice. In 2007, Attorney Kurtz moved his practice to a historic building on Gay Street in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. Mr. Kurtz is a member of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Knoxville Bar Association, and a Life Member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. In addition to practicing law, Attorney Kurtz is dedicated to giving back to the Knoxville community. From 2009 to 2011, he worked as an Adjunct Professor in the Innocence/ Wrongful Convictions Clinic at the University of Tennessee, College of Law. Mr. Kurtz is the Criminal Justice Act District Panel Representative for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee, where he serves as the liaison between the bar and the federal judiciary. He is a member of the Board of Directors for Federal Defender Services of Eastern Tennessee, and served on the Wesley House Community Center Board of Directors from 2006 to 2008. At Robert R. Kurtz, Attorney at Law, Attorney Kurtz is prepared to represent individuals facing a variety of charges ranging from minor misdemeanors to major felonies. To find out more about how you may be able to retain the representation of Attorney Kurtz, do not hesitate to contact Robert R. Kurtz, Attorney at Law today.

Cullen M. Wojcik focuses exclusively on the defense of federal and state prosecutions and investigations.. Cullen Wojcik, the son of an Air Force fighter pilot, was raised literally all over the world. Places he has called home include Idaho, Nevada, California, Connecticut, Tennessee, Germany, and Turkey. After graduating from the University of Nevada with distinction having majored in both English and German, Cullen spent eight years working as an editor in the publishing industry. In 2008, Cullen left publishing to attend law school at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco. While there, he focused largely on areas of criminal law, including working full-time internships at a Federal Public Defender's office in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the San Francisco District Attorney's office. Cullen also served on the UC Hastings Constitutional Law Quarterly.Following law school, Cullen moved his family to Knoxville where his wife had accepted a job as a professor at the University of Tennessee. Before starting his own practice in 2012, Cullen spent six months as a UC Hastings Bridge Fellow and post-bar certified law clerk with the Knox County Public Defender's office. Cullen is a member of the Tennessee Bar and the United States District Courts for the Eastern District of Tennessee. He is also a member of the Tennessee Association for Criminal Defense Attorneys, the Knoxville Bar Association, the Hamilton Burnett American Inn of Court, and the CJA Panel for the Eastern District of Tennessee..Cullen lives in South Knoxville with his wife and son. When he is not at work, he enjoys cycling and trail running and can often be found riding  and running down the many beautiful country roads and trails of Knox County and beyond.

Autumn is a sole practitioner in Knox County, Tennessee who has owned her own firm since becoming licensed in 2021. She exclusively practices criminal defense in Knox County and surrounding counties. Autumn handles all types of criminal matters including traffic tickets, misdemeanors, DUIs, and high level felonies. She is admitted to practice in federal court for the Eastern District of Tennessee. As a solo, your matters are personally handled by Autumn and all communication is directly with her as your attorney.     Autumn is a 2021 graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Law where she was a member of the Transactions: The Tennessee Journal of Business Law and a two-semester member summer intern member of the transactional law student clinics. During her time in these transactional clinics, Autumn handled business law matters for non-profits, small business, and other local entrepreneurs including drafting corporate governance documents, amending bylaws, forming entities, and trademark applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Her time spent in these clinics earned her the Jerry P. Black, Jr. Student Clinic Attorney Award. While Autumn does not handle transactional matters in her everyday practice, her time spent on these matters affords her a unique perspective and understanding of defenses for white collar and other criminal charges related to business transactions.     During law school, Autumn worked for a local criminal defense attorney and was afforded the opportunity to work on serious criminal matters including appeals from murder convictions, the constitutionality of complex criminal statutes, and DOE "Q" clearance revocation proceedings. Her internships during law school were practical in nature and prepared her for immediate practice in the local criminal courts. This practical training is the core of her practice, allowing her to navigate tricky and delicate criminal matters with confidence and zealous advocacy to ensure you are receiving the best outcome possible.     Autumn is from Milan, Indiana and graduated from Indiana University in 2018 with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Spanish. During her time at IU, she volunteered as a mediator at the Community Justice and Mediation Center in Bloomington, Indiana, assisting its clients with Victim-Offender Restoration and supervising the Shoplifting Theft and Education Prevention diversion program for first-time shoplifting offenders.