Tennessee Domestic Violence Lawyers | Reviews & Case Evaluations

Domestic Violence Attorneys in Tennessee

Compare verified domestic violence attorney profiles, read client reviews, and request free consultations across Tennessee

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If you need legal help with domestic violence matters in Tennessee, understanding the local legal landscape is the first step. Tennessee attorneys handle cases involving protective orders, restraining orders, safety planning, criminal defense for DV charges, and child custody in DV situations, and the state's specific rules — from filing procedures in Circuit Court to applicable deadlines — can directly shape the strategy and outcome of your case.

The statute of limitations for domestic violence matters in Tennessee is generally 1 year (one of the shortest in the US), though specific deadlines vary by case type. Cases proceed through Circuit Court, and Tennessee's state laws may provide protections or requirements that differ from federal standards. The Tennessee Bar Association sets the professional standards for practitioners, and attorneys who focus on domestic violence in Tennessee bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

The domestic violence attorneys listed here practice throughout Tennessee and can be filtered by location, reviews, and experience. Each profile includes practice area details, office locations, and client feedback. We recommend comparing several attorneys before making a decision — most offer free initial consultations, which gives you a chance to evaluate their approach and determine whether they're the right fit.

Before you choose an attorney, it helps to understand the legal landscape. Read our complete guide to domestic violence law in Tennessee to learn about filing deadlines, state-specific rules, and what damages or remedies may be available in your case. Then use the directory below to find and compare qualified lawyers across Tennessee.

John Haines - Attorney
John Haines
0/5 (0 reviews)
109 S Northshore Dr., Ste 401 Knoxville, Tennessee
(865) 269-2524
Duncan School of Law (2018)
English
Bar #037018
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law Divorce
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Meredith Mochel - Attorney
Meredith Mochel
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Offices of Meredith Mochel
 809 Market St. Ziebold Building Chattanooga TN 37402
(423) 803-4333
University of Tennessee College of Law
English
Bar #022939
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
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Michal Durakiewicz - Attorney
Michal Durakiewicz
0/5 (0 reviews)
Durak Law
 725 Cool Springs Blvd., Suite 600 Franklin TN 37067
(615) 812-2829
Emory University School of Law
English, Polish, Russian
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Criminal Law Divorce
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Frederick Lee Ortwein - Attorney
Frederick Lee Ortwein
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hamilton County District Attorney's Office, 11th Judicial District
 3828 Dayton Blvd PO Box 15307 Chattanooga TN 37415
(423) 265-0296
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (1996)
Bar #019530
Georgia Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
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Jim Williams - Attorney
Jim Williams
0/5 (0 reviews)
Jim Williams & Associates, Lawyers at Law, LLC
 324 Cherokee Street Kingsport TN 37660-4336
(423) 230-0006
University of Tennessee - Knoxville (1994)
English
Bar #018466
Virginia Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Bankruptcy Criminal Law
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Lee Carter Massengill - Attorney
Lee Carter Massengill
0/5 (0 reviews)
Massengill, Caldwell & Coughlin, P.C.
 777 Anderson Street Bristol TN 37620
(423) 764-1174
Mississippi College School of Law (2001)
Bar #023767
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Animal & Dog Law Criminal Law Domestic Violence
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Derek R. Howard - Attorney
Derek R. Howard
0/5 (0 reviews)
Howard Law Office
 8 Public Square North Murfreesboro TN 37130
(615) 900-3235
Nashville School of Law (2000)
English, Spanish
Bar #023696
Federal Circuit Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
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Candice K. Mendez - Attorney
Candice K. Mendez
0/5 (0 reviews)
Candice K. Mendez, Lawyer at Law
 1237-D Gay Street Dandridge TN 37725
(423) 623-4134
Appalachian School of Law (2005)
English
Bar #027425
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Bankruptcy Criminal Law Divorce
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Jennifer R. Egelston - Attorney
Jennifer R. Egelston
0/5 (0 reviews)
Jennifer R. Egelston, Lawyer at Law
 800 S. Gay St. Suite 700 Knoxville TN 37929
(865) 404-8226
University of Tennessee College of Law (2017)
English
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Arbitration & Mediation Divorce
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Tyler Scott Davis - Attorney
Tyler Scott Davis
0/5 (0 reviews)
Davis Law Office
 804 W Race St Kingston TN 37763
(865) 354-3333
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (2012)
English
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Bankruptcy Criminal Law
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McKenna Louise Cox - Attorney
McKenna Louise Cox
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Cox Firm
 104 E. Main Street Johnson City TN 37604
(423) 434-4700
University of Tennessee College of Law (2002)
English, Spanish
6th Circuit Bar
Active License
Arbitration & Mediation Divorce Domestic Violence
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