Proudly Serving Knoxville, TN and Surrounding Areas Since 1931
Knoxville Attorneys
Experienced General Practice Lawyers in Knoxville, TN
Based in Knoxville, Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC has remained a dynamic, diversified general practice firm serving Tennesseans since 1931. With over 90 years of experience, our results-oriented focus and client-first approach have set us apart in the legal industry and the local communities we serve.
We have forged a culture committed to providing exceptional personalized service for our clients. We recognize that each client and case is unique and incapable of being neatly categorized. Our collaborative culture allows us to provide a personalized level of service that draws on attorneys' knowledge from multiple disciplines.
Our dedicated lawyers are competent and highly respected legal professionals. Each one is committed to building lasting and meaningful relationships with clients. Our unprecedented depth and breadth of resources allow us to provide a full-service experience for every person, family, or business we serve.
Request an initial consultation with a Knoxville lawyer at Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC about your legal concerns. Call (865) 737-2784 or reach us online.
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"Exceptional Legal Service, Every Time"
Fair, thorough, and responsive—Hodges, Doughty & Carson stands out as the best. Bart Williams and James Parker truly go above and beyond!- Rob M. -
"Expert Representation and Outstanding Results"
Mabern Wall’s exceptional organization and proactive approach led to a successful settlement. Highly recommended for anyone needing expert legal guidance!- Chris
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An Experienced & Award-Winning Legal Team
With over 20 attorneys on staff, we have the resources to meet a broad spectrum of client needs. Our extensive legal resources allow us to focus on a narrowed practice area while engaging in extensive collaboration on each case.
Most of our firm’s attorneys have earned an AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rating in the Martindale-Hubbell® Law Directory. These ratings indicate the highest ethical standards and legal ability based on confidential polls among lawyers and judges. Several of our attorneys have been selected to the Super Lawyers list. Our firm has ranked among U.S.News - Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” for years. Legal Aid of East Tennessee also awarded us the Law Firm of the Year in 2016. Our attorneys hold leadership roles in their communities and professional associations.
Quality of Legal Service in Knoxville
Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC is known for the high-quality level of service we provide. However, we are most proud of our reputation for providing clients with exceptional value. Because our legal teams take the time to get to know you and understand your specific and unique needs, we can determine the best way to approach your situation. We design our legal strategies around what is best for you.
Our reputation has grown around our firm’s history and the many dedicated attorneys who have diligently served the best interests of our clients for years. We are proud to stand on the shoulders of those who came before us and bring our venerable history to bear on your behalf.
Honoring a Legacy of Trust & Strength What Sets Us Apart?
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Strategic & Tenacious RepresentationLegal challenges require sharp strategy and unwavering commitment. We approach every case with meticulous preparation and relentless advocacy to help you move forward with confidence.
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Proven Experience, Trusted ResultsWith decades of combined legal experience, our team has successfully guided countless clients through complex legal matters. We bring the knowledge and dedication needed to fight for the best possible outcome.
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Client-Centered AdvocacyYour case isn’t just another file—it’s your future. At HDC Law, we take a personalized approach, crafting strategies tailored to your unique situation and goals.
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Comprehensive Legal RepresentationNo matter your legal challenge, we have you covered. From personal injury and family law to healthcare law and business litigation, our firm provides skilled representation across a broad range of practice areas.
Areas of Practice
Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC serves clients in the following areas:
- Family law: Divorce, child support, custody, alimony, marital property division, legal separation, pre and postnuptial agreements, Orders of Protection.
- Personal injury: Car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, and boating accidents, slip and fall, workers’ compensation, rental cabin accidents, dog bites, product liability, and wrongful death.
- Workers' compensation.
- Healthcare law: Medical malpractice representation, healthcare litigation, healthcare entities, and physician practice representation.
- Probate, estate, and trust litigation: Testate and intestate estate administration, will contests, creditor representation, conservatorships, guardianships, Tennessee Adult Protection Act claims.
- Estate planning: Wills, trusts, Powers of Attorney, living wills/advance directives.
- Creditors’ rights: Foreclosures, detainers, and repossessions.
- Civil litigation: Alternative dispute resolution, appellate law, Arson & Insurance Fraud, aviation law, civil rights, employment law defense, environmental, insurance defense, workplace harassment.
- Construction law: Real estate acquisitions, land use planning, zoning, and utilities.
- Business transactions and corporate law: New entity organization, corporation and LLC formation and governance, business succession planning, mergers and acquisitions, business liquidation and dissolution, private lending, and commercial financial transactions.
- Bankruptcy: Bank and credit union representation, defaulted note representation, bankruptcy litigation, fraudulent transfer litigation.