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I graduated from the Indiana School of law, Indianapolis, in May of 2011 and am currently licensed to practice in the State of Tennessee as well as Federal Courts within the State.

My Mission. During difficult situations, I know the importance of having someone on your side that you can trust. I use the same lessons that I learned so many years ago as a young United States Marine, and I apply these same principles while representing you, my client. I understand that attempting to "go it alone" when dealing with legal issues can be a risky endeavor and is not recommended when your interests are on the line. I will do everything in my power to provide you the best counsel possible and share with you, explanations about what is happening that are simple and easy to understand.. - Jason S. Randolph

Ms. Candice Mendez attended University of South Florida in Tampa, FL where she received bachelor’s degrees in Criminology and Interdisciplinary Social Studies with cognates in Political Science and Sociology. While there she was also an active participant in campus life, working in the university and surrounding community in a variety of ways.. After completion of her undergraduate degrees, Ms. Mendez began her legal studies at the Appalachian School of Law in Grundy, Virginia. As a law student, Ms. Mendez saw the vital role that service plays in the development of an attorney, and she continued her history of being an active participant in her community. She was responsible for the formation of a new student peer mentorship program, started a knitting circle to provide blankets to children represented by Court Appointed Special Advocates, initiated the Buchanan County Seniors Christmas Project, and served as the president of the Sutin Public Interest Association. Ms. Mendez was awarded the Willard T. Owens and Samuel Weddington Little Red Wagon Awards for her exemplary service to the law school and the surrounding community.. Upon graduating from law school, Ms. Mendez opened her office in Dandridge, Tennessee. Since that time, Ms. Mendez has continued with the diligence, conscientiousness, passion, and attention to personal detail that are the trademarks of her style. Practicing in the areas of Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury, and Bankruptcy, Ms. Mendez has successfully litigated numerous cases involving tough legal issues and high public profiles.

Thank you for visiting my Avvo page.. Our office takes genuine interest in our clients, understand their objectives, and meets or exceeds their expectations.  We dedicate ourselves to these values.  We will work hard and provide superior legal services on a timely, effective and efficient basis.

Matthew Crigger, a native of middle Tennessee, opend Matthew J. Crigger PLC in 2014 after working for the Cool Springs Law Firm, formerly Todd Moore PLC, as an associate for two years.  Pior to entering the practice of law, Matthew Crigger clerked for the circuit judges of the 21st Judicial District, Judge Robbie Beal, Judge Tim Easter, Judge Jim Martin, and Judge Derek Smith.  Matthew graduated magna cum laude from the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law in May 2011, where he served as a Notes Editor on the Law Review Editorial Board and was an award-winning mock trial participant and moot court participant.  After his second year of law school, Matthew gained invaluable experience in the field of criminal law while interning with the Kim Helper and the 21st Judicial District’s District Attorney’s Office.  After taking the bar examination, Matthew interned with the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility before beginning his clerkship with the 21st District’s judges.Matthew’s areas of practice include criminal defense and civil litigation.  Matthew also represents clients in family-related matters, including divorce and juvenile criminal defense.  Matthew represents clients in trial courts across middle Tennessee and in the Court of Appeals and Court of Criminal Appeals.  Matthew has tried cases in general sessions court, circuit court, and juvenile court.   When not in court or at the office, Matthew enjoys the outdoors, running, and following baseball.  Matthew lives in Nolensville, Tennessee with his wife Brandy.  He volunteers his time with the Brentwood Historic Commission.

I am originally from Hohenwald, TN. I graduated from Lewis County High Scholl. After Highschool I attended Columbia State Community College where I got my Associates Degree. from there I went to Middle Tennessee State University to earn my Bachelor's Degree. I was able to serve the state of Tennessee as a legislative intern. After MTSU I attended Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law to obtain my Juris Doctor Degree in May of 2018. I took and passed the July 2018 Tennessee Bar Exam.

I am a partner attorney with the Tennessee firm of Casey, Simmons & Bryant, PLLC. Our firm mainly handles family law, criminal defense and probate matters. I primarily focus on criminal defense matters in the West TN area but I am not limited to West TN. I have handled a wide variety of criminal defense family law matters and have successfully tried several cases in Circuit Court.

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.

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Cody was born and raised in East Tennessee. He attended Lenoir City High School and went on to attend the University of Tennessee at Knoxville where he graduated with a B.A. in economics and political science. While at the University of Tennessee, Cody was a member of the University of Tennessee Waterski and Wakeboard team. Upon graduating, Cody went on to work in the marine industry.. While working, Cody attended LMU's Duncan School of Law and graduated with the Duncan School of Law's inaugural class. While at Duncan School of Law, Cody served on the judicial committee responsible for evaluating and nominating potential justices for student-elections. He is admitted to the Tennessee Bar and is a member of the Knoxville Bar Association. Cody is an avid wakeboarder, guitarist, and enjoys spending his free time with friends, family, and his Blue Heeler.

Mr. Cherry handles criminal cases throughout the counties of middle Tennessee.  He regularly handles driving under the influence cases and enjoys great success in representing clients with driving offenses.  He successfully defends those charged with sexual offenses and is currently abreast of the rules and regulations of the Tennessee Sex Offender Registry.. Mr. Cherry regularly represents those that have been convicted of criminal offenses before the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals.  In 2012, he was successful in reversing a criminal conviction and a twenty-four year sentence at the Court of Criminal Appeals.  Permission to Appeal was not requested by the State.. Mr. Cherry also handles complex personal injury matters involving all manner of injury.  In 2009, he negotiated a $1,000, settlement in a personal injury wrongful death case in Wilson County, Tennessee.  In that same year, he also negotiated a $600, settlement of a middle Tennessee personal injury matter.  In 2011, he negotiated the lump sum settlement of over $150,000 in a workers’ compensation case in Wilson County and in 2012 he negotiated a lump sum settlement of over $200,000 in a workers’ compensation case.  He regularly works to ensure that his personal injury clients receive the maximum benefit under the law.

We know what it’s like to need someone in your corner. That’s why we provide tough-minded advocacy and real support to individuals and families in Lebanon and the rest of Tennessee. Fighting on your side and getting results—it’s just what we do, day in and day out.