Maryville Lawyers

Seth Oakes began practicing law in 2013. Seth Oakes is an attorney at Oakes Law Firm, PLC, helping people with Business Litigation issues. Oakes Law Firm, PLC has an office in Knoxville, Tennessee, serving the local community. In addition to addressing Business Litigation legal needs, he also assists clients with Criminal Defense, Estate Planning & Probate, Real Estate: Consumer and Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff issues.

For twenty years our office has provided legal representation in divorce, child support, child custody, family law, personal injury and civil trial practice.

Originally from Southeastern Kentucky, I've made Knoxville, Tennessee my home and my mission is clear; To provide skilled, compassionate, and relentless legal defense for individuals accused of crimes throughout East Tennessee. As a dedicated criminal defense attorney, I bring experience and a reputation for strong courtroom advocacy. Whether handling misdemeanor charges, DUI cases, or serious felonies, I approach each case with a strategic mindset and an unwavering commitment to protecting my clients’ rights. What sets my practice apart is a holistic, client-centered approach. I understand that criminal charges affect more than just the outcome in court - they impact families, futures, and...

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 rganizations to create and retain...