Zak Newman Attorney at Law - Chattanooga, TN

Determined Criminal Defense Representation in Chattanooga, Tennessee

An unexpected arrest or criminal charge can threaten your personal freedom, financial future, and family stability. At Zak Newman Attorney at Law, individuals facing state and federal charges in Hamilton County find an aggressive trial attorney who stands firmly in the corner of the underdog. Founded in 2011 by attorney Zachary Newman following his graduation from the Appalachian School of Law and extensive work with the Conasauga Circuit Public Defender's office, the firm has spent over a decade defending clients against accusations ranging from municipal traffic citations to first-degree murder. Located on East 5th Street in downtown Chattanooga, the practice is renowned for true grit, meticulous trial preparation, and an unwavering commitment to defending constitutional rights.

The criminal justice system can be intimidating, rigid, and stacked against the accused. When you need a lawyer who takes the time to investigate every detail of your case, challenge improper police conduct, and negotiate from a position of trial-ready strength, Zak Newman delivers straightforward guidance. The firm understands the complex intersection of criminal law and mental health, having served on the Exploratory Committee for the Hamilton County Mental Health Court, providing compassionate advocacy for clients dealing with underlying psychological and addiction challenges.

Comprehensive Criminal Defense Practice Areas

Zak Newman Attorney at Law provides vigorous defense across a broad spectrum of criminal accusations in Chattanooga, Red Bank, East Ridge, and Collegedale courts:

• DUI and DWI Defense: Protecting drivers from mandatory jail time, license revocation, and heavy fines by scrutinizing breathalyzer maintenance, blood draw protocols, and field sobriety test reliability.
• Drug Crime Defense: Defending clients charged with simple possession, felony possession with intent to sell, drug trafficking, and manufacturing across state and federal jurisdictions.
• Assault and Violent Crimes: Providing formidable trial advocacy against charges of simple assault, aggravated assault, reckless endangerment, robbery, and attempted homicide.
• Domestic Violence Allegations: Protecting reputations and parental rights in domestic assault cases, handling restraining orders, and fighting unwarranted or retaliatory allegations.
• Theft and Burglary Offenses: Resolving charges involving petty shoplifting, grand larceny, auto theft, identity fraud, and aggravated residential burglary.
• Sexual Offenses Defense: Conducting thorough independent investigations and challenging forensic evidence in high-stakes felony sex crime trials to protect clients against devastating penalties.
• Weapons Offenses: Defending constitutional Second Amendment rights in cases involving unlawful possession of a firearm, carrying concealed weapons, or weapons enhancement charges.
• Traffic Tickets and Violations: Defending commercial drivers and everyday motorists against speeding citations, reckless driving charges, and driving on suspended licenses to preserve clean records.

Personal Counsel and Transparent Representation

When you choose to hire an attorney at Zak Newman Attorney at Law, you work directly with Zak Newman throughout your case. Holding memberships in the Chattanooga Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Tennessee Bar Association, attorney Newman has secured numerous landmark jury acquittals, charge dismissals, and favorable post-trial verdicts. The firm offers flexible payment methods, convenient online payment options, and responsive communication for clients across East Tennessee.

Book Your Free Confidential Consultation

A criminal charge will not resolve on its own, and early legal intervention often makes the difference between an outright dismissal and a life-altering conviction. When you are looking to find a lawyer who will champion your defense with tenacity and care, reach out to Zak Newman Attorney at Law. Contact the Chattanooga office today to schedule your free, confidential case evaluation and take control of your legal defense.