Tazewell Lawyers

Dave is a 2005 graduate of Penn State University with a B.A. in Sociology and a 2009 graduate of The Appalachian School of Law in Grundy, Virginia where he received his Juris Doctorate in 2009. His formative years were spent working on the family farm and the family business (a sawmill). Since becoming a licensed attorney, Dave channeled his work ethic into representing clients on a wide array of matters having litigated cases in eight counties in Northeast Tennessee, and representing clients at all trial levels including on appeal before the Tennessee Court of Appeals and in the Tennessee Court...

I am an attorney based in Crossville, TN. My practice is focused on business and construction related clients and their personal and professional legal needs. Clients include homeowners, builders, sub-contractors, material supplier and many others connected with construction and general business activity. I am a former licensed general contractor in Tennessee. Over approximately 17 years, I built over 200 residential projects and developed three sub-divisions. DISCLAIMER: R. Jack Atkins is not certified as a specialist by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization in the areas of practice listed on this website.

I received a Juris Doctor from the University of Tennessee College of Law, a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Clemson University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Clemson University. After passing the Tennessee Bar Exam and being sworn into the practice in the Courts of Tennessee, I embarked to establish a solo law practice. In 2009 I joined the firm of Ralls & Wooten, which became Ralls Wooten & Black in 2015. I have focused my practice on serving Blount, Knox & the surrounding East Tennessee Counties. As a native of...

Attorney Evan ‘Mac’ Meade was born and raised in Johnson City. He attended The University of Tennessee College of Law, where he graduated Cum Laude in 2005. After gaining experience as a public defender, he went on to join the firm his father built, now called Meade Law Group. Attorney Meade has many awards to his name, including a 10.0 Superb Avvo rating and a Clients’ Choice Award from Avvo in 2016. As a dedicated and highly skilled attorney, Meade is committed to providing his clients with the uncompromising, decisive, and aggressive representation they deserve. To learn more about this...

We are a full service law firm dedicated to helping people with serious legal matters. Your concerns are very important to us and our goal is to provide you with the highest quality legal representation for whatever situation you may have. Since graduating from the University of Tennessee School of Law, with Honors, in 1989, I have worked as a Judicial Law Clerk in the Tennessee Court of Appeals and practiced law in Nashville and Knoxville before moving to Johnson City in 1993. In 1998, I founded this law firm in downtown historic...

Josh Hoeppner is a proud graduate from the College of Law at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelors degree at Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville, Tennessee. Josh currently resides in Kingsport with his family, and he is happy to call the Tri-Cities home.

Josh has been a licensed attorney since 2010. He has the experience and ability to assist you in a wide variety of legal issues, ranging from civil to criminal matters. During his career, he has spent many thousands of hours fighting for his clients' best interests, whether...

Julia Spannaus works in several areas of law related to families and children. Her goal is to provide you with a variety of options for your particular circumstance and work with you to find the most efficient route to your stated goal. Her experience as an agency attorney in two states and as an attorney for children and parents provides her with a unique background to assist you and your family. Most consultations are free, so call today to find out what she can do for you and your family.

Alex Smith is a passionate family law attorney specializing in divorce, custody arrangements, and adoptions. Known for her compassionate approach and strong advocacy skills, Alex is committed to guiding clients through challenging legal issues with empathy and expertise. Alex is an active member of the Knoxville Bar Association and continues to expand her knowledge of family law through professional development and continuing legal education.

Chad W. Hampton received his B.A. in History, cum laude, from the University of Tennessee and his Juris Doctorate, magna cum laude, from the University of Tennessee College of Law. While in law school, he completed a Concentration in Business Transactions in association with the Clayton Center for Entrepreneurial Law and earned honors as the top graduate. He maintains a transactional practice with a focus on general corporate and business matters, real property matters, and estate planning and administration.

Now in his 46th year at the Bar, Mr. Hendry is the former Director of Legal Studies at Milligan College, TN, is the past President of the Carter County, TN Bar Association and served two years on the Board of Governors of the Tennessee Bar Association. His private practice has always been focused on consumer plaintiff's cases and he also served a four county circuit as Judge of the Thirteenth Chancery Division of the State of Tennessee for several years, where he was twice re-elected. In civic activities he served two years as President of the Elizabethton, TN...

Former prosecutor for the State of Tennessee for 11 years. I have appeared in Juvenile, General sessions Court, and Criminal/Circuit courts of east Tennessee. Let my experience from being a Prosecutor help you navigate the criminal charges you are facing. After a personal experience with the probate process, I also focus my practice on Wills, Estate Planning, Trusts, and Probate. We also cover Elder Law topics such as Life planning, Power of Attorneys, Conservatorships and Guardianships. Besides holding a law degree from the Nashville School of Law, I received my Masters degree from MTSU in Aeronautical Science in 2022. I handle...

Registered patent attorney with experience in the areas of trademark, copyright and patent law. Experience with industries such as consumer packaged goods, sporting goods, aerospace technology, computer and mobile software, medical devices, composite materials, hazardous material handling, environmental remediation, firearms, pesticides, mechanical devices and electro-mechanical devices. Member of the State Bar of Tennessee and U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.

Michael D. Watson, originally from Columbus, Ohio, is a graduate of The Ohio State University and earned his Juris Doctor from Lincoln Memorial Duncan School of Law. After graduation, he founded The Watson Law Firm, P.C., where he focuses exclusively on criminal defense. Over the years, Mr. Watson has defended hundreds of clients, handling a wide range of cases from minor misdemeanors to serious felonies. Outside the courtroom, he enjoys spending time outdoors, particularly playing golf and traveling. In 2024, Mr. Watson was recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Attorney. He is a member of the Knoxville...

Peter Brewer is an intellectual property attorney licensed in Tennesse and in Texas. He holds an engineering degree from Texas A&M University. He is a former Briefing Attorney to the Supreme Court of Texas. Peter has many years of experience drafting patent applications and trademark applications. He also prepares contracts for clients. He serves as a trusted advisor for start-up companies.

Amber Floyd Lee is a Rule 31 Listed Supreme Court Mediator and graduate of the National Institute for Trial Advocacy. Lee is specially trained in domestic violence legal issues by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. Ms. Lee served as the Chairwoman of the Johnson City Housing and Community Development Board. She served as the president of the Washington County Bar Association and is active in the local community. A native of Bowling Green, Kentucky, she studied Journalism at Webster University in Saint Louis, Missouri before receiving her J.D. from the Appalachian School of Law in...

I have worked extensively in education law, juvenile law, and family law.

Athens, TN Estate Planning Lawyer

I have been practicing law in the Cumberland county area for over 25 years. Although I perform various tasks requested by my loyal clients, my practice is generally more focused than most attorneys in rural areas. I offer real estate closings and title work in both Cumberland and Putnam counties along with attorney Ian Deaderick. I provide representation in all manner of land issues including but not limited to; ownership claims, boundary disputes, roads and easements, partition actions, Home Owner Associations, land damage, trespass and condemnation. I also provide contract work, contract litigation and personal injury representation.
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Born and raised in Elizabethton TN, Jeremiah C. Brummitt earned his BA from East Tennessee State University in 2002.  He served in the United States Army JAG Corp until he was medically retired in 2014.  In 2015, he attended and earned his law degree from Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law in Memphis TN.  After being admitted to the Tennessee Bar, he moved back to East Tennessee to provide affordable estate planning to the residents of East Tennessee.  

Bryce was born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee where he grew up playing sports, enjoying the outdoors and passionately cheering for the Vols. While receiving his BA in Political Science from the University of Tennessee, Bryce served as a strength and conditioning coach for UT football and baseball and was head of strength and conditioning at the Christian Academy of Knoxville. Thereafter, Bryce earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Lincoln Memorial School of Law.

The day after taking the bar exam, Bryce met his wife-to-be. They both enjoy the outdoors, yelling at the Vols and wrangling their rambunctious toddler “Bear.”

Reasonable and passionate legal representation by a hometown attorney.

For the past ten years, Ms. Smith has represented clients in Blount County, Knox County and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee in a variety of matters. From criminal defense to personal injury, Ms. Smith is dedicated to representing her clients. She values professionalism and responsiveness.

Mr. Hall graduated law school from Lincoln Memorial University’s Duncan School of Law in May of 2019 magna cum laude. His law school accolades include being awarded the Lincoln Lawyer Award for service, founder of the Young American's for Freedom law school chapter, Sergeant in Arms of the Sons of Justice, and Vice President of the Federalist Society. In law school, his article was also published, below. Samuel received CALI awards in Lincoln's Constitution, Advanced Trial Advocacy, and MEE studies II. The article, titled "President Lincoln: Bending the Iron and Cracking the Code," delves into the constitutionality of President Lincoln's...

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...

I am a trial lawyer. My clients are people who have been injured in any way - a car accident, at work, out at a store, by a faulty product or bad medicine or medical treatment, who are falsely accused of a crime, suffered abuse, had their civil rights violated, were bullied at school or at work, were ripped off by a business and the like. I have over ten years of trial experience and recently attended advanced training at the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer's College in Dubois, WY. I have several other attorneys who work with me. Together, our...

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Col. James E. Thompson, USAF, Ret. has over 37 years experience as an Attorney. Mr. Thompson is a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, received a J.D. from the University of Florida, and a Masters of Law from Western New England School of Law, in Estate Planning and Elder Law. Mr. Thompson is also a Veterans Administration Certified Attorney.

Jonathan is a graduate of the prestigious National Criminal Defense College Trial Practice Institute. Furthermore, Jonathan has been nominated as 10 Best for Client Satisfaction in Criminal Law and DUI/DWI by the American Institute of Criminal Law and DUI/DWI Attorneys, respectively. Jonathan was also invited to be a member of the American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys. Jonathan is a member of the National College for DUI Defense, Inc. Jonathan is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the American Association for Justice. Jonathan is also a member of the...

During my more than 20 years of legal experience, I learned that the community needs legal support for individual and family issues. A large part of my practice focuses on family law and personal injury law, but each client has unique needs and concerns.