Burks & Ogle - Knoxville, TN

Tenacious Courtroom Advocacy in Knoxville, Tennessee

When you stand accused of a serious crime, find yourself embroiled in a fierce custody battle, or suffer debilitating trauma in an unexpected crash, having battle-tested advocates in your corner changes everything. Situated high above downtown Knoxville on South Gay Street, Burks and Ogle combines the vast resources of a large firm with the agility and personal dedication of a focused boutique practice. If you need an attorney urgently following a late-night arrest or emergency custody dispute, their trial team is available around the clock to safeguard your freedom and family stability.

Co-founder Charles Burks Jr. brings more than half a century of civil and criminal litigation wisdom to the table, while partner Nate Ogle leverages nearly a decade of experience as a Knox County prosecutor with over fifty jury trials completed. This unique balance means the defense team anticipates prosecutorial strategies before they unfold in court. Whether you seek to find a lawyer to dismantle criminal accusations or consult a seasoned trial attorney regarding a severe collision, Burks and Ogle enters the arena prepared to fight until the final bell rings.

Comprehensive Practice Areas and Defense Services

The attorneys at Burks and Ogle deliver tailored, relentless representation across high-stakes legal disciplines throughout Knox County and neighboring regions:

• Criminal Defense: Formidable criminal defense lawyers challenging felony indictments, violent offenses, weapon violations, drug trafficking charges, and theft allegations.
• DUI Defense: Strategic dui/dwi defense lawyers dissecting breathalyzer accuracy, field sobriety tests, and unlawful traffic stops to prevent driver license suspension and jail time.
• Child Custody and Family Law: Compassionate child custody lawyers and divorce lawyers protecting parental bonds, securing fair visitation schedules, and managing contested marital property disputes.
• Juvenile Crimes and Defense: Dedicated advocates protecting the records, educational futures, and constitutional rights of minors charged in juvenile court.
• Motor Vehicle Collisions: Zealous car accident lawyers and truck accident lawyers holding negligent drivers, freight carriers, and commercial insurers liable for roadway harm.
• Catastrophic Harm and Fatalities: Assertive wrongful death lawyers pursuing financial accountability and emotional closure for families grieving preventable losses.

Collaborative Strategy and Unrivaled Client Commitment

Unlike conventional firms where case files are handed off to inexperienced associates, Burks and Ogle relies on a collective roundtable approach. Partners Nate Ogle, Charles Burks, Jacob Feuer, and Katheryn Ogle examine case details collaboratively, stress-testing legal theories to construct an unyielding defense strategy. Their stellar courtroom reputation has earned them consistent honors as Cityview Magazine Top Attorneys and selection to Mid-South Super Lawyers.

Offering flexible payment arrangements for defense matters and handling injury claims on a contingency-fee basis with no upfront costs, the firm ensures elite legal counsel remains accessible. When you need to hire a criminal defense lawyer or consult an attorney about family law, contact Burks and Ogle to schedule a free, confidential case evaluation.