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I am licensed to practice in Tennessee. I am not certified as a specialist in any area of law by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization.

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.

I am a Knoxville, Tennessee native and graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Law. I joined Moore Ingram Johnson & Steele LLP (”MIJS”) in 2014 and work primarily in the firm’s litigation department. MIJS has 8 offices across the Southeast (and PA) and has the necessary resources to provide full service representation to our clients.. I currently reside in Knoxville with my wife Hana, son, Henry and our two dogs.

I am a father of 2 boys.  When I am not practicing law, I enjoy spending time with my family.  I also enjoy spending time outdoors.  I am a private pilot.  I also enjoy college football, golf, and boating.  The thing I enjoy most about practicing law is helping people.  I enjoy guiding clients through the maze of civil litigation.

Honestly this is the hardest thing to write on this entire profile  I hate to “toot my own horn” because, to me, it can come across as sounding like I’m full of myself.  I can assure you that isn’t the case.  Still you need to know a little bit about me and my background to be able to determine if I’m a good fit for you.. Well for starters out of the 88 people who graduated in my law school class, I was ranked number 2.  I also graduate summa cum laude (the highest honors your can earn).  I’m also a published author.  My article, A Guide for Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorneys in Capital Sentencing Hearings: Representing Clients who were Acutely Intoxicated During the Alleged Crime and Clients with a History of Addiction, was chosen to be included in the book Perspectives on Capital Punishment in America which was edited by Charles MacLean.. I guess that means I’m suppose to be pretty smart.  More importantly I think it reflects that I’m not afraid to work really hard to accomplish my goals. If you hire me to represent you, I’ll work with the exact same determination to assist you that elevated me to the very top of my law school class.. Some things in life you can only learn from experience regardless of your educational background.  Sometime wisdom only comes with age.  I’ve been around the block a few times and I have the grey hairs to prove it!  I’d like to think that my maturity gives me a unique perspective that can assist my clients in finding a more positive outcome for their situation.. For almost 20 I was a professional magician.  Yes, you read that right.  I have literally performed thousands of magic shows for resorts, amusement parks, and corporations around the globe.  I think it goes without saying that I am very comfortable speaking in front of people.. So why is that important for you?. Well, being able to stand up in front of judges and juries and argue for your client is a big part of what lawyers do.  I believe that my ability to be comfortable “standing and delivering” in front of judges went a long way towards my partner and I advancing to the quarter finals of the Charleston School of Law’s National Moot Court Competition.  Don’t you want a lawyer that is comfortable arguing your case, and isn’t afraid to speak in front of a judge or jury?  I believe my prior experience in the entertainment business is a very powerful asset that I’d like to put to work for you.. I also have a fourth degree black belt in American Karate and a second degree black belt in Shotokan Karate-Do.  In 1993 I was ranked among the top 20 light weight black belt fighters in the nation by the North American Sport Karate Association.  I think this demonstrates that 1) I’m not afraid of a fight, and 2) I’m not easily intimidated.  If you hire me to represent you, I promise that I will fight just as hard for you.  I won’t be intimidated by the prosecution.  I won’t be afraid to fight for every legal benefit to which you are entitled.  I won’t be afraid to go to trial.

Here at Landry and Azevedo we pride ourselves on being a client focused firm which strides to provide the most effective and results driven service to those who we serve. We are a general practice firm includes a large divorce/child custody practice and criminal law practice. We handle all stages of criminal defense, including preindictment investigation. As a general practice firm, we also handle a variety of civil cases including business Litigation, business Formation, real estate law, boundary disputes, wills and estate planning, elder law, landlord- tenant law, collections, and a variety of tort related matters. If we do not handle a case in a particular area of law we partner with some of the best law firms in the area who are at the forefront of their respective specialties. We offer free consultations and there is no obligation to retain our firm. Please keep us in mind if you know anyone that could benefit from our services. Also, feel free to stop by our office conveniently located in the heart of the Bearden area at 5301 Kingston Pike Knoxville, TN 37919.

Hanson R. Tipton is a member of Watson, Roach, Batson & Lauderback. He is a member of the bars of the state of Tennessee, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. Mr. Tipton is an AV rated lawyer by Martindale – Hubbell.

Growing up in the mountains of Northeast Tennessee, Luke learned two things from an early age: that hard work is good for the soul and to enjoy a good challenge. He applied those lessons throughout his high school career at David Crockett High School in Jonesborough, Tennessee and his undergraduate studies at the University of Tennessee.. In 2009, he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Political Science and Legal Studies from UT Knoxville.. That same year, Luke enrolled at the UT College of Law and began his legal education, the first person in his family to ever attend law school. While in law school, Luke was the first law clerk Judge Bill Swann of Knox County 4th Circuit Court ever hired. While working with Judge Swann Luke learned the ins and outs of family law. Luke also tried cases in the UT Domestic Violence Clinic and was a member of UT's National Trial Team where he honed his trial skills and courtroom presence. His studies focused on practical, hands on litigation skills where his hard work and "never back down" attitude could flourish.. In October 2012, Luke was licensed to practice law in Tennessee and has already begun to make a name for himself in the local courts.. When he isn't doing legal work, Luke is an avid UT football and basketball fan. He enjoys unwinding with some good music, a book, and a little quality time with his cats. He also enjoys a good challenge outside of work as well- Luke is the only legally blind person most people know who is a pistol marksmanship enthusiast.

Greg Coleman is the Founder and Managing Partner of Greg Coleman Law PC with over 25 years of trial and appellate experience.  Greg received his B.A. with highest honors and distinction from Jacksonville State University in 1986. He attended The University of Tennessee College of Law, graduating in 1989. In addition to distinguishing himself academically, Greg was a member of the National Trial Moot Court Team, was the recipient of the American Jurisprudence Award for National Trial Team and was listed in Who's Who Among Rising Young Americans. In addition, the College of Law bestowed upon Greg the honor of inclusion into the National Order of Barristers for outstanding oral advocacy and trial skills.. Greg's practice focuses on class actions, products liability, medical practice, personal injury, complex multi-district litigation, litigation, toxic torts, premises liability, ERISA, ERISA class actions, drug and medical device litigation, and workers' compensation.. Greg has served as a guest lecturer and speaker on Advanced Trial Advocacy and at national seminars, including those sponsored by the Tennessee Bar Association and the National Business Institute.  He has lectured extensively for many years on topics such as advanced trial tactics and strategy and complex litigation matters.  He has authored published materials regarding advanced trial strategy, ethics seminars, as well as numerous other publications for CLE seminars at which he has lectured.. Greg has been actively involved in civil and charitable activities, having served for many years on the Executive Board of Trustees for the Baptist Health System, including the Baptist Hospital of East Tennessee and related entities, and has been involved in many legal aid and pro bono projects in the Knoxville area.  Greg and his firm are donors to the annual Mission of Hope Christmas Barrel drive providing warm coats for the children of rural Appalachia.  In support of the Knoxville Academy of Medicine and Knoxville Academy of Medicine Alliance’s Conversation Ready Project, Greg performed at the “A Little More Conversation” event.   The Conversation Ready Project is a program of the Knoxville Academy of Medicine Foundation and was formed to ensure that everyone’s end-of-life wishes are expressed and respected.

Gilreath & Associates, PLLC. Admitted:. 2010, Tennessee2012, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee2012, United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee2015, United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit2015, Supreme Court of the United States

Fresh, experienced, hard working attorney practicing criminal defense after working on all sides of the courtroom. Through law school I interned with a judge and the public defender's office before representing indigent clients as a student attorney through the prestigious Law Students in Court program. In my final semester at law school I had the honor of representing the state of Maryland as a student attorney with Prince George's county. These experiences taught me the tactical limitations on both sides of the scales as well as the thought process behind Judge's decisions. Additionally I am a diligent worker. Graduated law school with honors while competing in moot court, working as a product advocate for a legal search engine, and working as a teaching assistant in addition to full time course work and interning.

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.

For over 13 years I have practiced in the Federal and State courts of Tennessee.  My practice is focused on representing people, whether you are injured in an accident, hurt on the job, charged with a crime, or experiencing a domestic relations issue.  I am committed to my clients by aggressviely fighting to protect their rights and I strive to get the best results under the law.  Many cases are resolved by negotation, but sometimes your case must be tried before a jury and I am a seasoned trial attorney.. I am a lifelong resident of East Tennessee, having grown up in Athens, and graduted from McMinn County High School.  I earned a B.A. in Political Science from Miami University and a J.D. from the Appalachian School of Law.  My office located near downtown Knoxville, right off the interstate.  When not in court or at the office, I enjoy spending time with my family, gardening and grilling in the backyard, and exploring the outdoor beauty of East Tennessee.. If you or a loved one are in need of legal advise, call me for a free consultation today.

First and foremost, Jonathan is a prolific trial lawyer, having tried more than 25 cases over the last several years, many of which were jury trials. He has tried cases in state and federal courts all over Tennessee and obtained winning verdicts for his clients in an overwhelming majority of those cases. He has also successfully argued appeals in the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, Tennessee Supreme Court and Tennessee Court of Appeals. In fact, Jonathan is believed to hold the distinction of being the only private practice attorney in the State of Tennessee to win civil appeals in front of the Tennessee Supreme Court in 2013 and 2014.. While Jonathan has significant experience handling all types of litigation, he frequently defends governmental entities such as counties, municipalities, school districts and utility districts as well as those entities’ employees, managers and controlling boards, bodies and officials in all areas of governmental liability, in state and federal courts throughout Tennessee and on appeal. Through focused and aggressive legal writing, he has obtained the dismissal of many of those cases prior to trial, often in the early stages of litigation.. Jonathan attended the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He obtained his Juris Doctor degree in 2005 from Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, Florida. While in law school, Jonathan received a “Book” award and “Best Written Brief” award in the advanced research and writing class, Lawyering Process II.. In his free time, Jonathan enjoys spending time at the lake, grilling out on his Big Green Egg, watching any University of Tennessee sporting event, traveling and spending time with his wife and their two young daughters.

Experienced. Caring. Responsive. Andrew Roberto understands that you're out of work, in pain, and just can't afford to miss out on everything you're entitled to under the law.. Andrew is Knoxville native and a partner with The Lawyers of Brown & Roberto. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Tennessee in 1999 with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a minor in Psychology, and received his Juris Doctorate from the UT College of Law in 2002.. Before entering private practice, Andrew was a local entrepreneur who founded and led Aware Entertainment. Later he served as a Workers’ Compensation Specialist with the Tennessee Department of Labor. He became a member of the Tennessee Bar Association in 2007.. Andrew serves the Knoxville community in a number of ways. His past service includes a term as a Knox County Election Commissioner and advisory board chairman for The Salvation Army. In recognition of his service, The Salvation Army presented him with their Partner in Mission Award in 2012. He was only the 33rd person nationwide to receive this honor. In 2015, The Lawyers of Brown & Roberto were also presented with the Red Shield Award in recognition for their service to the organization.. Andrew served on the board of the 2014 Congressional Medal of Honor Convention and, along with his colleagues at The Lawyers of Brown & Roberto, founded INVEST, a business competition that provides training, resources, and startup capital for military veterans. Committed to community service, the firm has sponsored and volunteered with Celebrate Recovery North Knoxville, promoted Bike Safety with the Epilepsy Foundation of East Tennessee, and is always looking for ways to serve our community.. Andrew and his family are members of Cokesbury United Methodist Church.

Ethan received his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 2012. During law school, he served as a clerk for multiple law firms as well as the Tennessee Court of Appeals. Prior to law school, Ethan attended the University of Tennessee where he was a recipient of the Bicentennial Scholarship. At UT, Ethan majored in Journalism and graduated cum laude from UT’s College of Communications.. Ethan has been practicing law since 2012 and is licensed to practice in both state and federal courts. Since beginning the practice of law, Ethan’s practice has focused primarily on criminal defense, domestic relations, and civil litigation. Ethan resides in Knoxville where he enjoys supporting Tennessee Volunteers athletics, live music, and the East Tennessee outdoors.. Areas of Practice. Bar Admissions. Education

Environmental attorney with background in aquatic ecology. Experienced in Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Endangered Species Act, and Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act matters. Explores legal matters at the intersection of law and science. Creative ability extends to graphic design and collaborative work.

Edward G. Phillips has a wealth of knowledge and trial experience in his practice areas of Litigation and Employment and Labor and heads the Employment and Labor group.  Mr. Phillips has over 38 years of experience representing management in all areas of employment and labor law.  He is a forceful, effective litigator.  Mr. Phillips has been described by Chambers and Partners USA as, "one of the most talented lawyers in the state with a varied practice of litigation avoidance and successful litigation."  Employment law is his passion, and he gives his clients prompt and lawful prospective advice (i.e., how to deal with problem employees and structure policies).. For his Employment and Labor law practice, the prestigious peer-review publication, Best Lawyers in America, selected Mr. Phillips for inclusion to its list each and every year since 1995, and also selected him as Lawyer of the Year in Labor Law - Management, Knoxville for 2016.  Mid-South Super Lawyers, another highly respected publication which uses a multi-phased selection process, including independent research and peer nominations and evaluations, selected him to its list for the years 2004-2017 for his Employment Litigation

Dominic Allen Garduño was born and raised in Prescott, Arizona. Dominic double-majored during his undergraduate studies at Northern Arizona University and earned his bachelor’s degrees in American Political Studies as well as Criminology and Criminal Justice. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Lincoln Memorial University’s Duncan School of Law in 2020.. Upon passing the Tennessee bar exam in 2020, Dominic joined the Garza Law Firm team where he is committed to serving his clients and building enduring relationships. At Garza Law, his practice includes DUI defense, U.S. LawShield representation, and other criminal defense matters.

Divorce, child custody and child support.  I work for you to meet all the needs of your divorce.

Dillon Zinser is a proud East Tennessee native. Dillon was born in Knoxville, but grew up in Maryville Tennessee. Shortly after graduating from college in 2013, Dillon moved to Knoxville, where he resides now. From a young age, Dillon wanted to be a lawyer to help people through difficult situations.. Dillon earned his Associate’s Degree from Pellissippi State Community College, before transferring to the University of Tennessee to complete his Bachelor’s Degree. Dillon spent three years working as a Supplemental Instructor and Tutor in Biology and Anatomy before commencing his legal education at the University of Tennessee College of Law in 2016. In 2017, Dillon began working for the Law Office of Joshua S. Reed as an intern after completing his first year of law school. Upon his successful completion of the Bar Exam and being licensed to practice, Dillon joined the firm at the Law Office of Joshua S. Reed as an Associate Attorney. Dillon’s practice focuses primarily on criminal defense and defending the rights of the accused, but Dillon also enjoys working on family law cases and estate planning matters for the firm.. Dillon strives to give back to his East Tennessee community, through both his legal work and volunteering with local organizations. He is an active member of the Knoxville Bar Association, the Blount County Bar Association, and the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association. During his free time, Dillon enjoys playing disc golf with his friends, hiking trails in and around the Great Smoky Mountains, riding his bike, and attending concerts around town.

Devin S. DeVore practices law in the areas of Social Security Disability, IRS Tax Resolution, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, and Criminal Defense.. Mr. DeVore received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Brigham Young University and his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Tennessee College of Law with a concentration in advocacy and dispute resolution. While at Brigham Young University he was a member of the Phi Alpha Theta National History Honor Society and played the electric bass for his alma mater's Young Ambassador Show Band. Between receiving his undergraduate degree and entering law school, Mr. DeVore assisted thousands of disabled claimants throughout Tennessee and Florida with getting approved for Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income benefits. During law school he was on the editorial staff for the Tennessee Journal of Law and Policy and participated in the law school's Public Defender Externship program.. Since graduating from law school Mr. DeVore has continued to represent disabled and injured individuals throughout East Tennessee. He is a member of the Knoxville Bar Association and the National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR).

David’s practice includes a broad range of intellectual property matters, with particular emphasis on patent prosecution. David has extensive experience in preparing and prosecuting patent application in technology areas such as pharmaceutical formulations, lubricants, biopolymers, pesticides, papermaking, and environmental remediation.. David supervises the ongoing prosecution and maintenance of the patent portfolios for multiple clients. He has also advised clients in negotiating the purchase of various patent portfolios.. In regard to litigation, David has assisted in multiple patent infringement lawsuits, including pre-trial discovery and motion practice, negotiating settlements, and appeals to the Federal Circuit. He also regularly prepares opinions of counsel in regard to questions of patent infringement and/or validity.. David joined LuedekaNeely as a law clerk in 1998. He became an associate of the firm in 1999 and a shareholder in 2008.. Prior to attending law school, David worked as Process Manager at Ethox Chemicals, in Greenville, SC. At Ethox, he worked extensively in the preparation and manufacturing of a broad range of surfactant chemicals, including ethoxylated and propoxylated alcohols, amines, and acids; esterified ethoxylates and propoxylates; and phosphate esters.

Dan Pilkington is a member at the firm of Watson, Roach, Batson and Lauderback in Knoxville, Tennessee. Mr. Pilkington practices civil litigation in federal and state courts, with an emphasis on public officials and law enforcement. His experience includes defending municipal clients in civil rights actions, including police misconduct ligation.. An East Tennessee native, Dan Pilkington attended East Tennessee State University where he obtained his Bachelor Degree in Business Administration. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Law. Mr. Pilkington was admitted to the Tennessee Bar in 2005. In addition, he is also admitted before the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Tennessee as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.. Mr. Pilkington has represented municipalities and police officers in all levels of courts within the State of Tennessee including the Tennessee Supreme Court. He has successfully represented the same class of clients in Federal Courts within Tennessee and the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals located in Cincinnati, Ohio.. Mr. Pilkington has successfully defended municipalities and officers in cases with accusation of negligence, assault, false arrest, and false imprisonment under state law. He has successfully defended officers facing accusation of illegal search and seizure, illegal arrest and excessive force based upon the United States Constitution. He has successfully represented officers in use of force cases across all ranges of the force continuum up to and including use of deadly force. Mr. Pilkington has represented Chiefs of Police and municipalities in cases involving alleged failures on the part of command staff to train and supervise and cases involving alleged unconstitutional customs, policies and procedures.. Mr. Pilkington has worked with and against law enforcement experts across the county in cases arising out of use of force, use of deadly force and general police liability. He has advised police departments, command staff and officers in the areas of legal liability, discipline, policy drafting, use of force, laws of arrest and search and seizure.

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.