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Melanie Hogg
Knoxville, TN Family Law Attorney with 36 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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...
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Bruce David Fox
Knoxville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 49 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Tennessee College of Law
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...
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Shelley Breeding
Knoxville, TN Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Family, Business, Construction and Divorce
University of Tennessee College of Law
Shelley S. Breeding is prominent Knoxville family law, business law and civil litigation attorney with years of experience handling multi-million-dollar divorce and business cases in state and federal courts. She has argued numerous cases in front of the Tennessee Court of Appeals and cases in front of the Tennessee Supreme Court. Shelley represents individuals as well as corporations, handling everything from forming the corporation to drafting contracts to litigation for her business clients. Shelley's family law practice focuses on adoption and complex divorce cases, which often require expert witnesses for business valuations, commercial and residential property appraisals and frequently...
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Patrick L Looper
Knoxville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Family, Criminal, Divorce and Personal Injury
Nashville School of Law
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...
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Jessica Sue Sisk
Family, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Appalachian School of Law
You're charged with a crime and feel like you're seen as guilty until you prove you're innocent. Maybe you've celebrated a bit too much or tried to escape your problems and picked up a charge and don't want to lose your job or have a criminal history. You need out of a bad marriage. You want to rebuild your family or divide your assets between your loved ones for use after you're gone. Don't feel overwhelmed by the process...we can help! When you walk through the doors of our office, you're going through some of if not...
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John Derreck Whitson
Newport, TN Family Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Personal Injury
University of Memphis
I represent clients in family law, personal injury, criminal defense, and probate. I focus on my clients' individual needs and clients informed about the status of their case and current legal issues. I zealously advocate for clients to resolve thier legal issues. I am always happy to answer questions and discuss your case. Call me at 423-613-0160.
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Brett A. Cole
Seymour, TN Family Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Juvenile
University of Tulsa College of Law
In 2011 Brett A. Cole began his legal career working as an Intern with the Tulsa County Public Defender's Office. In 2015 he joined The Bowlin Law Firm of east Tennessee as an Associate Attorney before deciding to start his own practice. Since that time, Mr. Cole has been serving Newport, Maryville and Sevierville as a criminal defense attorney, family law attorney and divorce attorney.
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Ashley Lauren Roberts
Knoxville, TN Family Law Attorney with 8 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Juvenile
Lincoln Memorial University - John J. Duncan, Jr. School of Law
Ashley Roberts focuses her practice on domestic relations and juvenile court matters in Knox and the surrounding counties. Ashley is compassionate and attentive to clients. She understands that resolving legal disputes through negotiation or litigation can present unpredictable and emotional obstacles.
Ashley handles both agreed and contested divorces including complex matters relating to child custody, child support, and military divorces where one or both parties is absent from the state. She also handles post-divorce proceedings, such as modification of parenting plans, modification of child support, and enforcement of final judgments through contempt.
Additionally, Ashley advocates for the rights of children as a...
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James H. Snyder Jr.
Alcoa, TN Family Law Lawyer with 38 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Snyder, J. I graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 1987. Upon graduation I clerked for the Honorable Joe D. Duncan, Presiding Judge of the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals until his retirement on September 1, 1990. On September 1, 1990, I joined the District Attorney General's Office for the Fifth Judicial District (Blount County, Tennessee) until I went into private practice on September 1, 1996. Six years later, on September 1, 1996, founded the Law Office of James H. Snyder, Jr., and at the same time was...
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Eric Ebbert
Knoxville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Family, Business, Employment and Tax
University of Tennessee College of Law
Attorney Eric Ebbert has been serving the East Tennessee community in different capacities within the legal field for over 25 years. We know the law in Tennessee, we know how it affects you, and we know how to present your case to both judges and juries. The Ebbert Law Firm handles a wide range of legal matters including business law, employment law, elder law, estate planning, wills and trusts, probate law, HOA law, social security disability law and helping victims of nursing home neglect and abuse. We fight for our clients’ rights, and we know what it takes to win...
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Nicholas A. Black
Maryville, TN Family Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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...
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David Scott Byrd
MORRISTOWN, TN Family Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Family, Collections, Divorce and Real Estate
University of Tennessee College of Law
David was born in Jefferson County, Tennessee, and remained in Jefferson County where he attended Carson Newman College in Jefferson City and graduated Cum Laude in 1991.
After obtaining his law degree from the University Of Tennessee's College Of Law in 1994, he became associated with the law firm of Capps, Cantwell, Capps & Byrd, being named a partner in 1999. David is engaged in civil trial practice with emphasis in the areas of domestic relations and collections.
David is licensed to practice in all courts in the State of Tennessee as well as the United States District Court for the...
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Carin Brio
Knoxville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
Carin Brio started her practice at one of the largest real estate law firms in the State of Massachusetts as one of a handful of associates who represented clients in over 200 real estate cases every month. Since then, she has added estate planning, probate, family law, and other areas of law to her practice and helped hundreds of clients with the legal matters that are important to them. Now based out of Knoxville, Tennessee, Carin and her staff work diligently on their cases - whether it is a contested divorce case, setting up a trust for your family, or...
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Aaron J. Chapman
Morristown, TN Family Law Attorney
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Criminal and Divorce
University of Tennessee College of Law
East Tennessee General Practitioner with experience in Criminal Law, Family Law, Collections, and Juvenile Law. Has practiced in various Courts of Washington, Sullivan, Unicoi, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, and Knox Counties. Admitted to U.S. District Court for Eastern District of Tennessee.
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S. Joanne Sheldon
Newport, TN Family Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, DUI and Divorce
University of Tennessee College of Law
Our firm's practice is focused upon the effective representation of clients facing criminal charges in both the Tennessee and Federal Court systems. Ms. Sheldon, who herself was previoulsy a State Prosecutor, has handled numerous misdemeanor and felony cases including pleas and jury trials. Additionally, due to extensive training, she is now Death Penalty qualified in the state of Tennessee. Other firm areas of practice involve Family and Juvenile Law. We welcome you to contact our office for a free consultation to properly evaluate your case. Allow us the opportunity to represent your legal needs during...
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Joseph Patrick Stapleton
Sevierville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Family, Business, Construction and Real Estate
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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Wendy G. Patrick
Knoxville, TN Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily and Juvenile
University of Tennessee College of Law
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Julia Spannaus
Maryville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Juvenile
Fordham University
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.
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Emily B. Vowell
Knoxville, TN Family Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Juvenile
Florida Coastal School of Law
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Andrew Scott Roskind
Knoxville, TN Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal and White Collar Crime
University of Tennessee College of Law
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...
![Caitlin F. Elledge]( "Caitlin F. Elledge")
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Caitlin F. Elledge
Knoxville, TN Family Law Attorney
Family and Divorce
Georgetown University Law Center
Since 1993, AV-Rated Knoxville Divorce and Family Law firm Sobieski, Messer & Elledge, PLLC has served families throughout East Tennessee protect what's most important to them - their family and their financial future.
The lawyers of Sobieski, Messer & Elledge do one thing and we do it very well. By concentrating our practice exclusively in the areas of divorce and family law, our clients can expect to be reresented by lawyers with the most advanced knowledge in all aspects of family law. We represent clients who need an aggressive and compassionate advocate in matters of Divorce, Child Custody, Property Division, Child...
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Sanjay Raman
Knoxville, TN Family Law Lawyer
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
Lincoln Memorial University - John J. Duncan, Jr. School of Law
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Timothy W. Jones
Sevierville, TN Family Law Attorney with 35 years of experience
(865) 365-1145
134 Court Avenue
Victoria Mall, Suite 101
Sevierville, TN 37862
Family, Business, Collections and Divorce
University of Tennessee College of Law
I began my licensed practice of law in 1989 with a real estate law firm in Sevierville, TN, Ben Brabson, Charles Kite and Richard Vance. I learned how to resolve many of the issues that sometimes plague real estate owners such as encroachments, boundary line issues, easements and licenses to name a few. My training and experience has taught me how to prepare and try these complicated cases. My practice has expanded through the years to include contract drafting and litigation, which is a natural accompaniment to my real estate practice. As with most firms, your clients for one type...
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Mr. Charles C. Harrison Jr.
Sevierville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Tennessee College of Law
![James Richard LaFevor]( "James Richard LaFevor")
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James Richard LaFevor
Knoxville, TN Family Law Attorney with 51 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Immigration
For more than 38 years, our established law office has earned a positive reputation for professional representation for those in need of family law and estate planning services.
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Wanda Graham Sobieski
KNOXVILLE, TN Family Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Since 1993, AV-Rated Knoxville Divorce and Family Law firm Sobieski, Messer & Elledge, PLLC has served families throughout East Tennessee protect what's most important to them - their family and their financial future.
The lawyers of Sobieski, Messer & Elledge do one thing and we do it very well. By concentrating our practice exclusively in the areas of divorce and family law, our clients can expect to be represented by lawyers with the most advanced knowledge in all aspects of family law. We represent clients who need an aggressive and compassionate advocate in matters of Divorce, Child Custody, Property Division, Child...
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Jon Fromke
Knoxville, TN Family Law Attorney
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfFamily and Divorce
University of Tennessee College of Law
![Matt E. Miller]( "Matt E. Miller")
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Matt E. Miller
Jefferson City, TN Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
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Chris Beavers
Knoxville, TN Family Law Lawyer
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Chris Beavers, an associate with Banks and Jones, joined the firm upon graduation from law school. Chris primary areas of practice are workers' compensation, family law, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate law.
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Kevin Shepherd
Maryville, TN Family Law Attorney
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
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.
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Rochelle Ann Oldfield
Knoxville , TN Family Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Juvenile
University of South Carolina School of Law
![Laura L Reagan]( "Laura L Reagan")
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Laura L Reagan
Sevierville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 4 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfFamily, Divorce, Juvenile and Probate
![E. Catherine Cox]( "E. Catherine Cox")
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E. Catherine Cox
Seymour, TN Family Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Family, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Ave Maria School of Law
![Lisa Jellison Hall]( "Lisa Jellison Hall")
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Lisa Jellison Hall
Knoxville, TN Family Law Attorney with 27 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Insurance Defense and Personal Injury
![Rachel E. Donsbach]( "Rachel E. Donsbach")
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Rachel E. Donsbach
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Knoxville, TN Family Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Juvenile
Lincoln Memorial University - John J. Duncan, Jr. School of Law
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Brock A. Goetz
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Knoxville, TN Family Law Lawyer
Family, Criminal, Divorce and Estate Planning
![Vanessa Samano]( "Vanessa Samano")
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Vanessa Samano
Knoxville, TN Family Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Juvenile
![Terry Matthew Basista]( "Terry Matthew Basista")
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Terry Matthew Basista
Jacksboro, TN Family Law Lawyer
Family, Divorce, Personal Injury and Real Estate
University of Tennessee College of Law
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Margaret Held
Knoxville, TN Family Law Attorney
Family, Civil Rights, Divorce and Estate Planning
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...
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Paul M. Estep
Tazewell, TN Family Law Lawyer with 3 years of experience
Family, Criminal, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
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