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Representing clients throughout East Tennessee since 2002. Experience in both State and Federal Court in criminal trial and civil trials. Representation in criminal matters as well as civil matters including personal injury and farm related cases.
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.
I treat clients with respect and attentiveness. From the moment you walk into my office, I will take the time to listen and respond to your concerns. Whether you are experiencing personal or business related legal troubles, my team can help. Our medical advisor is adept at assisting with personal injury cases, and our I always strive to resolve your situation in a timely, efficient manner.. I know that legal issues can be stressful, which is why I take the guesswork out of fees. Instead of an unpredictable hourly fee, I offer fixed, flat rates. Free consultations and payment plans are available. With me, there are no surprises, only dedicated, experienced counsel.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Knoxville and surrounding areas.