McMinn County Criminal Lawyers

Trial Attorney

Jerry H. Summers is a lifelong resident of Chattanooga and Hamilton County, Tennessee. Following his graduation from law school, he initially worked for two years as a prosecutor in the Hamilton County District Attorney's Office. Entering private practice in 1969, he became the founding member of what is now Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers. An experienced trial lawyer, Mr. Summers is one of a small number of attorneys who has been included in every yearly volume of "Best Lawyers in America" in both personal injury and criminal law. He is also only one of approximately five attorneys in the State of...

Andrew S. Roskind came to Knoxville from San Diego, California after serving six years in the United States Navy. While on active duty, Andy received several awards including the Navy Achievement Medal, Letters of Commendation, Honorable Discharge, and the Southwest Asia Service Medal for service during Desert Shield/Desert Storm. After settling in East Tennessee with his wife, Jodi, Andy attended the University of Tennessee where he received his Bachelor of Arts and Doctor of Jurisprudence Degrees. In addition to practicing law, Mr. Roskind has also served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Tennessee College of Law teaching Negotiations...

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...

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.

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...

Reasonable and passionate legal representation by a hometown 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...

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.

Marcos Garza is a graduate of Vanderbilt University and the University of Tennessee College of Law.

After serving as a Judge Advocate in the Marine Corps as a Captain, he started his firm in December, 2007. He has become known as the "go to" guy in the field of DUI, Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury law in East Tennessee.

The Garza Law Firm strives to treat "Clients like Family," so you can be assured of the very best customer service. With a team of five attorneys with approximately 100 years of legal experience, you can feel confident that...

Facing criminal charges of any degree can be a frightening experience, especially if you are left to defend yourself. At The Bowlin Law Firm, we have over a decade of combined criminal defense experience to help you throughout the duration of your case. Clients can rest easy knowing that our firm has received complete charge dismissals and huge reductions in penalties for accusations involving burglary, drug crimes, murder, theft and other offenses. By putting together a solid case defense and providing each individual with the aggressive representation they deserve, we aim to bring about positive results for each of our...

After Graduating from the University of Memphis Law School in 1997, James R. Owen moved back to East Tennessee and started practicing law, focusing mainly in the area of Criminal Defense and DUI/DWI defense. He has successfully defended thousands of citizens accused of crimes. He prides himself in investigating not only the facts of his case but also getting to know his clients on a personal level, so he can address any underlying personal issues that may have led to the criminal charges. This holistic approach often leads to a better outcome in the legal system, but also a...

Nate Ogle is a skilled trial lawyer and client advocate with extensive experience serving clients throughout East Tennessee. Born and raised in Seymour, Tennessee, Nate attended the University of Tennessee - Knoxville and earned his degree in Philosophy from the College of Arts and Sciences in 2010. He then went on to pursue his law degree at the Appalachian School of Law, where he distinguished himself with his achievements in both trial practice and appellate advocacy and graduated in 2013. Nate began practicing law in 2013, focusing on criminal defense, family law, and general civil litigation. In 2014, he was hired...

Kelly Tanner is a Knoxville DUI attorney and Knoxville Car Wreck attorney. Before attending the Duncan School of Law, Kelly served as a law enforcement officer in Knoxville, TN. In fact, Kelly is highly skilled in the area of FIeld Sobriety Testing, having received countless hours of training in both administration and interpretation of these tests, and has been a part of actually training the police officers who administer them. To say that he has knowledge of how the prosecution makes their cases is an understatement. He knows the system from both sides.

His former career as a Law Enforcement Officer...

Tommy Hindman handles many types of cases such as DUI, white-collar crime, and any other criminal case that demands a high level of expertise and professionalism. During his career as an attorney, Mr. Hindman has appeared as a legal commentator and analyst for Court TV and served as a Special Judge for Knox County, Tennessee. Mr. Hindman has handled many high profile cases in Knox County and the surrounding counties.

Mr. Hindman has the benefit of years of experience in the legal profession and will put that experience to work for you and your case. His many years of experience...

Since 1980, Steve has successfully represented thousands of clients charged with DUI and Vehicular Homicide. Steve is the named principal of The Oberman Law Firm practicing primarily in Knoxville and the East Tennessee region of the state.

Steve has been a member of the Board of Regents of the National College for DUI Defense since 1999. He was also the first lawyer in Tennessee to be certified as a DUI Defense Specialist by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization and the NCDD.

He is the author of DUI: The Crime & Consequences in Tennessee and co-author of the...

Jeffrey Coller provides aggressive and dedicated legal representation to those who face criminal and DUI charges and to victims of personal injury cases. He strives to put clients at ease during even the most difficult circumstances.

Whether it means taking on law enforcement or an insurance company that will not pay, Jeffrey has a reputation for going above and beyond for his clients. Comfortable in the courtroom, he listens and takes time to explain each phase of your case, and he will fight to get the result you want. He focuses on cases involving search and seizure, suppression of evidence, and...

Longtime member of the Tennessee Bar, having practiced law in 66 of the 95 Counties in Tennessee. I am known for my expertise in Deeds, Titles and Boundary Disputes. In most Criminal matters prior to Trial, I conduct demanding Preliminary Hearings and present numerous Defenses including Motions To Suppress Evidence, and Discovery of the State's Witnesses and Evidence. Statutes of Limitations are always examined. And in Probate matters, Court Administration OR NOT is carefully examined prior to filing such. If Probate can be avoided, then other Title authorities and Property Transfer methods are pursued. ...

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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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,...

Bruce Fox is a partner and co-founder of Fox, Farley, Willis & Burnette. His personal injury practice focuses on automobile accidents, workers’ compensation, products liability, hospital and nursing home injuries, and trucking litigation. In addition, Bruce has significant multi-state lead counsel Class Action litigation experience against a variety of defendants. He is a current Master of the Bench of the Hamilton Burnett American Inn of Court in Knoxville. He is one of approximately 100 Tennessee lawyers selected for membership by the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). In 2011 he received the Paladin Award for East Tennessee from the Tennessee Trial...

I am Tenaya, a committed attorney working in criminal defense. I graduated with honors from LMU Duncan School of Law and also hold an MBA from LSU Shreveport. I have been recognized for my pro bono work, receiving awards from Legal Aid of East Tennessee in 2022 and the Tennessee Bar Association in 2023. My dedication to providing exceptional legal representation is aligned with my passion for the criminal justice system, and I am dedicated to zealously advocating for my clients. When I'm not working, I enjoy playing Pickleball, exploring local craft breweries, attending concerts, and engaging in book clubs. I am...

Elizabeth Luminoso is a dedicated criminal defense attorney in East Tennessee, who prioritizes compassionate, client-centered representation. Elizabeth’s approach goes beyond defense; she is committed to helping clients navigate the court process with minimal disruption to their lives, focusing on both immediate needs and long-term well-being. Clear, consistent communication is a cornerstone of her practice, ensuring that clients are fully informed and engaged throughout every step of their case. Call/Text (615) 652-1182 today to set up a free consultation!