Houston & Underwood, PLLC - Chattanooga, TN

Trial-Tested Defense and Injury Advocacy at Houston and Underwood, PLLC

When an unexpected arrest or catastrophic injury threatens your livelihood, having an attorney with extensive courtroom experience is vital. Located at 3417 Dayton Blvd in Chattanooga, Houston and Underwood, PLLC delivers client-centered representation across Hamilton County, eastern Tennessee, and northern Georgia. Established in 1991, the firm unites defense, prosecutorial, and judicial perspectives that give clients a formidable edge.

Senior partner Johnny D. Houston Jr. has practiced law in Tennessee and Georgia for over thirty years after graduating from Memphis State University School of Law. A veteran trial lawyer who has tried murder and felony cases, Johnny has also served as an elected judge for the City of Red Bank since 2006. Partner Jay Underwood provides proactive trial advocacy, routinely securing dismissals and favorable plea agreements. Whether you need to hire a criminal defense lawyer or find an experienced accident attorney, Houston and Underwood provides authoritative legal counsel.

Comprehensive Criminal Defense and Strategic DUI Representation

Facing criminal allegations can disrupt your career and freedom. As skilled criminal defense lawyers and DUI/DWI defense lawyers, the attorneys at Houston and Underwood challenge every element of the prosecution's case:

• DUI Defense: Scrutinizing field sobriety tests and breathalyzer calibrations to challenge unlawful traffic stops and suppress evidence.
• Multiple Offense DUIs: Protecting clients against mandatory jail terms, ignition interlock requirements, and license suspensions.
• Traffic Ticket Defense: Assisting commercial and everyday drivers with citations to protect clean driving records.

Vigorous Defense for Drug Crimes, Violent Offenses, and Theft Charges

Tennessee prosecutors pursue convictions aggressively, making skilled courtroom defense essential. The firm provides unwavering representation across felony and misdemeanor charges:

• Drug Crime Defense: Defending against narcotics possession, prescription fraud, and distribution allegations.
• Violent Crime Defense: Defending clients facing assault, domestic violence, robbery, and homicide charges.
• Theft and Burglary Defense: Protecting individuals accused of shoplifting, grand larceny, and burglary.
• Expungements: Helping eligible clients clear criminal records and dismiss probation violation warrants.

Assertive Representation for Personal Injury and Catastrophic Collisions

Operating as dedicated accident and injury lawyers, car accident lawyers, and truck accident lawyers, the firm represents injury victims against insurance companies:

• Motor Vehicle Collisions: Investigating car wrecks, commercial trucking accidents, and motorcycle crashes to recover medical costs and lost wages.
• Premises Liability: Holding property owners accountable for slip and fall hazards and unsafe property conditions.
• Wrongful Death and Dog Bites: Pursuing financial recovery for grieving families following fatal accidents or severe animal attacks.

Schedule Your Free Confidential Consultation Today

Houston and Underwood, PLLC represents injury victims on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs, and offers transparent fee options for criminal defense. Contact the Chattanooga office today to schedule your free consultation with an experienced trial attorney.