Scotts Hill Lawyers

Rick has been helping clients with their legal matters for over 30 years. He has drafted and prosecuted hundreds of patent application to issuance, representing a diverse range of technologies. Rick has a large trademark portfolio and can help you get your trademark registered, and help you use it correctly so that you maintain strong rights. He has filed and prosecuted many copyright applications to issuance, and is familiar with the various aspects of copyright registration and protection. Rick has drafted and negotiated hundreds of complex license agreements, and can help you license your intellectual property without losing control of it. He has helped numerous...

In sum, the mission of The Woodard Law Firm is to deliver upon the promise of the United States Constitution--that a citizen accused has the right to the effective assistance of counsel. Few offenses in America’s criminal justice process call for greater attorney expertise than cases involving driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol. DUI cases are especially complex because they require defense counsel to understand scientific, as well as legal processes. The legal issues are wide-ranging, involving search and seizure, due process, illegal interrogation, denial of counsel, and evidentiary issues. These legal issues intersect in a DUI...

I am a trial attorney and Rule 31 Listed Family Mediator based in Knoxville, Tennessee. I represent clients in counties throughout East Tennessee and the Mid-State. I focus my practice on helping clients pursue their Social Security disability benefits, serious personal bodily injury cases (including car, motorcycle, truck, and premises liability), all areas of family law (child support cases, child custody, divorce cases, visitation cases, and family law mediation) bankruptcy, estate planning and probate, and criminal defense.

I began my practice in 2005 and since that time have fought for clients in jury trials, bench trials, and administrative hearings. I...

James is a graduate from Lincoln Memorial University's Duncan School of Law in Knoxville, Tennessee. Mr. Lawrence also holds a Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky. He also lived and studied overseas at St. John's College of Durham University in Durham, England. James is an active member of his local Church, where he currently plays french horn as part of the music ministry and has served as a Sunday School Teacher and Deacon. James' wife, Lara is a professional piano player. They have six children and two grandsons.

Gregory F. Coleman is the founder and Managing Partner of Greg Coleman Law PC. 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 and 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...

Profile: Mycol Scott is one of the firm’s “homegrown” transactional attorneys and has been with the firm since he graduated law school and passed the Tennessee Bar Exam in 2019. Since then, he has focused on developing his law practice in the general areas listed above. Mycol grew up in the Bearden area and is an alumnus of the University of Tennessee (’16, G’19). Being a person who subscribes to the “don’t fix it if it’s not broken” mentality, Mycol continues to reside in the Bearden area with his wife Hannah, a kindergarten teacher, and their two dogs. When Mycol is...

Regardless of your location or occupation, you play a role as a consumer. Engaging in activities such as obtaining a loan, opening credit accounts, renting or purchasing a house, going shopping, or buying a car all categorize you as a consumer in the eyes of credit bureaus and financial institutions. As a consumer, you possess rights that safeguard you against mistreatment and harassment from the companies and corporations you engage with. In the event that your rights have been violated or you have fallen victim to unfair or deceptive business practices, it is crucial to enlist the assistance of a dependable...

Attorney Daniel Morrell is a skilled advocate for those in matters involving criminal defense, from misdemeanors to murder, and DUI defense. He is an experienced trial attorney and is committed to serving his clients and building enduring relationships. Mr. Morrell provides defense in matters such as DUI charges, violent crimes, sex crimes, theft, drug arrests, expungement, traffic violations, and more.

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Haley Henry was born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies from the University of Tennessee and her Juris Doctorate from Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law. In 2014 Mrs. Henry passed the Tennessee bar and was admitted to practice. Her primary area of focus is Social Security Disability, as well as Personal Injury. As a Knoxville native, she finds the opportunity to assist the underserved population of East Tennessee to be very gratifying. She has successfully represented hundreds of claimants at all levels of the appeals process, including the administrative hearing level,...

Robert R. Kurtz is the founding lawyer of the Knoxville criminal defense law firm, Robert R. Kurtz, Attorney at Law. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 1995, and his Juris Doctorate degree with honors from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 2000. 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. He is a member of the Board of Directors for Federal Defender Services of Eastern Tennessee,...

McKenna Cox is fluent in Spanish. She lived in Chile, South America and has traveled the world. After settling in Johnson City, Tennessee, Ms. Cox has practiced law there since 2005. A wife and mother of two, Ms. Cox knows how important family is to every case she handles. Ms. Cox focuses on Immigration, Family Law, LGBT issues, and Mediation. She also does Wills and has experience in elder law issues. She enjoys singing, scrapbooking, travel, and photography.

Jennifer Egelston practices “Family Law for All.” She handles matters involving marriage, divorce, child custody, child support, DCS, juvenile court, adoptions, name changes, criminal expungements, and orders of protection. She is experienced in the drafting of family planning documents including donor contracts, wills, powers of attorney, and advanced healthcare directives. With her background in horse training and barn management, Jennifer works with horse enthusiasts in legal matters involving equine-related sales, contracts, non-profits, business, and liability. She is also a Rule 31 listed family law mediator with special training in domestic violence. Jennifer volunteers her time in the LGBTQIA+...

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...

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Tennessee attorney, Jonathan Sevier Cave, has dedicated his practice to serving clients' needs under both criminal and civil law specialties at both the state and federal level. Jonathan is licensed to practice law in the State of Tennessee, the Eastern District Federal Courts of Tennessee, and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Before going into private practice, Jonathan worked as a corporate fixed income securities specialist for Wachovia Bank. He later apprenticed for the Knox County District Attorney and the Knox County Office of the Public Defender where he handled DUI's and felony matters such as first degree murder.

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Jesse Campbell is a seventh generation Northeast Tennessean. After graduating from High School, Jesse attended East Tennessee State University before enlisting in the United States Army shortly after 9/11. After nearly a decade of service that took him around the world, including deployments to Iraq, Bosnia, and the Horn of Africa, Jesse left the Army and took advantage of the G.I. Bill to complete a bachelor’s degree in business administration at Tusculum University, followed by a Juris Doctor degree at Appalachian School of Law where he graduated with honors near the top of his class. Prior to joining Tahinci Law, Jesse...

James R. Cook, II ("J.R.") is a board certified family trial law specialist with an exclusive focus in family law, including adoptions, custody, divorce, support, and other domestic relations matters. J.R. earned his undergraduate degree from Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia and his Juris Doctorate degree from the Appalachian School of Law in Grundy, Virginia. While attending law school, J.R. served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate representing the best interest of children in child custody cases; earned extensive training in negotiation, mediation and arbitration; and completed 150+ hours of community service. J.R. has been recognized by numerous legal...

Tony Seaton is a partner at the Law Offices of Seaton & Bates, PLLC. He has practiced law in Tennessee for almost 4 decades and focuses his personal injury practice on helping those that are seriously injured get fairly compensated from the responsible party.

Tony has been a member of the Board of Governors of the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association and has been a member of the American Association for Justice since 1988.

The attorneys at Betz and Baril, PLLC, are dedicated to providing the skilled legal support and personalized service our clients need when they face injuries from auto vehicle accidents caused by the negligent actions of other parties. We guide our clients through the often-complex legal maze to help them pursue full and fair compensation so they can move forward through life. Our firm comprises eight stellar attorneys with excellent work ethics and a passion for personal injury, disability, and mass tort law. We help clients nationwide apply and recieve their disability benefits. Also, if you are looking for...

Mital D. Patel prides herself in her zealous and individualized representation of her clients. Ms. Patel handles a wide array of legal matters; however, she has focused on those specific practice areas since she became licensed over a decade ago. Whether you are a business owner, a parent experiencing domestic issues or a couple seeking thorough estate planning and asset protection you can count on Ms. Patel to educate you and guide you through the process. Ms. Patel will take the time to get to know you, to understand your difficulties and to solve your problems.

Ms. Patel is able to...

With more than 25 years of experience as a bankruptcy and family law attorney, attorney Denna Middleton, is a knowledgeable choice for Knoxville, TN clients who deserve quality attention and care during life’s rough legal transitions. Her experience working with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation’s (FDIC) bankruptcy division provided valuable insight in the area of bankruptcy. Over the years, attorney Middleton has helped countless individuals and businesses alike obtain financial assistance through debt consolidation and bankruptcy filing. Attorney Middleton is a caring attorney who also provides specialized support to families in need of legal assistance for Divorce in Knoxville....

Attorney E. Michael Brezina, III, practices in the following areas: Small Business/Commercial Disputes, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice/Health Care Liability Actions (“HCLA”), and Construction Disputes/Issues. His wide-ranging practice includes, but is not limited to: Contract Drafting/Negotiation, Breach of Contract, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Torts, Entity Formation, Wrongful Death, Health Care Law, Nursing Home Negligence, Construction Litigation; Trial/Appellate Practice; Sports & Entertainment Law. Over the course of his career, Michael served for years as an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Tennessee College of Law. In recent years, Michael’s practice has expanded to include Sports & Entertainment Law, where his practice...

Nationally-known in legal circles, Timothy L. Takacs is the architect of the Life Care Planning approach to elder law, which features a team of attorneys, nurses, social workers, insurance experts, public benefits specialists, and others who work together to help families deal with the personal, financial and legal challenges created by long life and disability. His innovations have transformed the way elder law is practiced in the United States. Takacs’ insights into the challenges faced by the elderly and their families have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Christian Science Monitor, The Tennessean and Kiplinger’s Personal Finance....

With over 30 years experience Brooks Law Firm offers representation for: Adult and Juvenile Criminal Defense, Civil Forfeitures and Traffic Tickets.

Nick Rice Partner Attorney Nick Rice Nick, known formally as George Lawrence Rice, IV, is a third generation attorney following in the footsteps of his grandfather and father. Mr. Rice first started studying the law when he began working for Rice Caperton Rice PLLC in seventh grade. He graduated Christian Brothers High School where he served four years on the Honor Council. Mr. Rice graduated from The University of Tennessee with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2000. He returned to Memphis to attend law school and continued working at the firm. Mr. Rice received his J.D. from the University of Memphis Cecil C....

Jessica Farmer Ferrante Senior Associate Attorney Jessica Ferrante, of Rossville, Tennessee, was hired by Rice Caperton Rice PLLC as an associate attorney after she graduated from the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law in May 2012. Mrs. Ferrante excelled in her academic studies. She graduated from Collierville High School in 2005. From there, she attended the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, where she graduated with Honors in 2009. Mrs. Ferrante was ranked in the top of her class at the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. She was admitted to the Tennessee Bar in November 2012 and is a member of the American...

Over the last ten years, I have been fortunate to practice in a variety of areas of civil litigation, including: - Medical Device Litigation, including class III and 510(k) implantable medical devices for persons located in multiple continents and across the United States - Professional negligence (including medical malpractice, dental malpractice and legal malpractice) - False Claims Act cases - including for Medicare Fraud, Government contractor fraud, and IRS Whistleblower - Construction litigation involving the building of roads, bridges, and parking garages, to name a few - Complex business litigation involving millions of dollars of alleged damages in...

Mary Beth Hagan practices law primarily in the field of construction law. She represents persons in a variety of legal disputes both in residential and commercial construction. Ms. Hagan has represented contractors, subcontractors, owners, architects, and homeowners throughout her career. Ms. Hagan assists contractors and subcontractors with their daily legal matters, as well as the disputes that need to be heard by the court or arbitrator.

Christopher Eads, a lifelong Tennesseean from Bluff City, has been a licensed attorney since 2015. After graduating from Sullivan East high school, Chris earned a football scholarship to Cumberland University in Lebanon, Tennessee, where he graduated cum laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. He then returned to East Tennessee with the intention of pursuing a career job until friends suggested he apply to law school. Chris graduated in the top 10 of his law school class and started working as an insurance defense attorney in Brentwood, Tennessee, after graduation. He was recognized by Best Lawyers in America in 2020 as...

J. Jeffrey Lee is one of only five Certified Criminal Trial Specialists in Memphis, Tennessee and and he has recently been rated as one of the Three Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Memphis. He has also been Certified as a Criminal Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He has attended the Tennessee Criminal Defense College on numerous occasions, along with the renowned National Criminal Defense College in Macon, Georgia. He was recently inducted into The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers. He has also been selected as a 2015 Mid-South Rising Star by Super Lawyers....

Jeff’s reputation and history of successful litigation spans 9 years as an attorney and 10 more as a paralegal, focused on serious personal injury cases, including auto and truck wrecks, slip-and-falls, dog attacks, and Social Security Disability. He has achieved he highest possible rating for an attorney, attaining the Martindale-Hubbell Peer Reviewed Rating of AV Preeminent, in addition to being a SuperLawyers Rising Star for three straight years.

He’s worked for some of the area’s biggest injury firms – and is ready to work for you. Jeff’s practice focuses on quality of representation, not quantity. He efficiently and relentlessly pursues...

My legal career has focused on protecting the rights of individuals against big corporations. My main work in this regard is in three areas: (1) pursuing justice for victims of dangerous corporate products (mainly mesothelioma / asbestos victims); (2) representing labor unions; & (3) advocating for employee's rights.

Layne Gillespie received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina in 2002 and a Juris Doctor from the Appalachian School of Law in 2007. Layne began her legal career in Virginia as an intern for the Honorable Michael L. Moore, Circuit Court Judge for the 29th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. After her internship, Layne worked at ChildLaw Services, Inc., a non-profit organization devoted to the representation of abused and neglected children. Upon relocating to Chattanooga in 2008, Layne joined Clark & Washington, LLC as an associate attorney where she practiced bankruptcy...

After years of working exclusively in the Chattanooga area, Tim has now linked up with this tremendous team of trial attorneys in John Whitfield, Chuck Flynn, and Sarah Bearden to represent clients throughout Tennessee, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky and beyond. However, helping the community we live in is a cornerstone principle for Tim. With the desire to invest and help the people of Hamilton County and the surrounding area Tim has become of counsel with Best and Brock. First and foremost, Tim is a trial attorney. His practice focuses on all matters of personal injury and wrongful death; with...

Martin L. Pierce is a native of Memphis, Tennessee, and received his undergraduate degree, summa cum laude, from Tennessee Technological University in 1978. He received that institution's Outstanding Young Alumnus Award in 1988. Martin received his law degree, with high honors, from the University of Memphis in 1981, where he was a published member of the University of Memphis Law Review. He is licensed to practice law in Tennessee and Georgia, as well as before the U.S. Tax Court and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Martin works primarily in the areas of: (1) Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Elder Law,...

Amanda manages a boutique firm which serves clients in Tennessee and Georgia. Amanda focuses primarily on business and estates matters including: contracts, trademarks, business formation, wills & trusts, powers of attorney, and probate.

I represent families and individuals seeking legal status or citizenship in the United States, entrepreneurs starting or purchasing businesses, and businesses hiring or transferring foreign workers. Our cases include adjustment of status (green cards), citizenship, fiancee visas (K1), business visas (E, L, H-1B, O-1), and people with extraordinary ability (EB-2 with National Interest Waiver).

Caroline helps small businesses and individuals in personal injury and wrongful death cases, as well as other civil matters. During her legal career, Caroline has successfully represented hundreds of clients in personal injury matters, including accidents involving vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, and tractor trailers. She also serves as General Counsel for the Sparta Housing Authority and is the City Attorney for Sparta, Tennessee. Caroline has been recognized for her leadership and experience. In 2020, she was selected as a member of the Tennessee Bar Association Leadership Law class, and in 2019, Caroline was selected as one of the...

Patrick L Looper started his private law practice in November 2000, after more than 16 years of experience in serving as a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper, police consultant, and police academy instructor. His firsthand experience gives him a unique insight into Tennessee law.

Education
J.D., Nashville School of Law, Nashville, Tennessee, 2000
B.S., magna cum laude, University of Tennessee, 1996

Bar admissions
US 6th Circuit Court of Appeals
Tennessee
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee

Other professional experiences
Police consultant: January 1992 – present
Police academy instructor, Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy for the State of Tennessee: March 1989 – November 2000
State trooper, Tennessee Highway Patrol for the State...

Mike Baisley practices in the areas of business transactions, real estate, commercial law, and business litigation. Typical client engagements include new entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, shareholder disputes, and bankruptcy and creditor’s rights. He also represents both owners and contractors in construction disputes. Mr. Baisley joined Long, Ragsdale & Waters, P.C. in January 2018. He was previously a partner at Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC. He received his law degree from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 2005, where he was a member of The Tennessee Law Review and served on the...

Melanie Hogg grew up being known for her diplomacy. Most parents know their kids are going to be lawyers because they argue with them. Instead, Melanie’s folks knew she was destined for a law career because she reasoned them to death.

A senior attorney at Held Law Firm, this Knoxville native is returning to her roots in Tennessee after she gained a national perspective on family law issues by practicing family law in Vermont, New Hampshire, North Carolina, and in Georgia where she was certified as a Family Law Specialist. A seasoned lawyer with more than 15 years experience in five...