Owen Law Firm - Knoxville, TN
The Owen Law Firm is a premier criminal defense and DUI law practice in Knoxville, Tennessee, led by Army veteran and seasoned trial attorney James R. Owen. Having successfully defended more than three thousand DUI and criminal cases over nearly three decades, the firm provides relentless courtroom advocacy, free initial consultations, and flexible payment arrangements.
Tenacious Criminal Defense and DUI Advocacy in Knoxville, Tennessee
An unexpected criminal accusation or traffic stop can instantly throw your life into turmoil, placing your freedom, driver license, and employment prospects in serious jeopardy. When you are facing state prosecutors, having an assertive trial lawyer in your corner is essential. The Owen Law Firm, located in downtown Knoxville inside the Bank of America Building on West Main Street, provides strategic and uncompromising legal representation for individuals throughout Knox County and across East Tennessee. Founded in 1997 by attorney James R. Owen, a proud United States Army veteran of Operation Desert Storm, the practice brings military discipline, thorough investigation, and seasoned trial instincts to every defense strategy.
With more than twenty-nine years of courtroom experience and an extraordinary record of over three thousand DUI cases successfully defended, attorney James Owen understands exactly how prosecutors assemble their cases. Whether you need a DUI lawyer following an arrest on Interstate 40 or are seeking to hire a criminal defense lawyer to fight severe felony charges, The Owen Law Firm offers personalized representation aimed at protecting your constitutional rights, reducing severe penalties, and fighting for complete dismissals.
Comprehensive Defense Practice Areas
The Owen Law Firm provides aggressive defense across an extensive spectrum of criminal charges and moving violations in municipal, general sessions, and criminal courts:
- DUI and DWI Defense: Relentless defense against driving under the influence allegations, challenging field sobriety test procedures, scrutinizing breathalyzer calibration logs, and protecting driving privileges before the Tennessee Department of Safety.
- Traffic Ticket Violations: Strategic representation for reckless driving citations, speeding infractions, and commercial driver license violations to avoid costly points and license suspensions.
- Drug Crime Defense: Defending individuals accused of unlawful possession of narcotics, prescription medication offenses, drug paraphernalia, and felony distribution charges.
- Theft and Burglary Charges: Formulating powerful defenses against accusations of retail shoplifting, petit larceny, grand theft, and commercial burglary.
- Violent Crimes and Domestic Violence: Assertive courtroom advocacy for domestic assault charges, orders of protection, aggravated assault allegations, and related violent offenses.
- White-Collar Offenses: Skilled defense representation for corporate embezzlement, financial fraud, computer crimes, and identity theft investigations.
Specialized DWI Detection Certification and Courtroom Proficiency
Effective DUI defense requires specialized knowledge that extends well beyond standard legal textbooks. Attorney James R. Owen has completed rigorous training certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in DWI detection and standardized field sobriety testing. Because he is certified in the identical training protocols taught to police recruits, he knows precisely where arresting officers cut corners or make procedural errors on the road.
When you urgently need a lawyer after being booked into custody, time is critical. The Owen Law Firm moves swiftly to examine dashcam footage, body camera video, and breath test maintenance logs before vital evidence is destroyed. Clients communicate directly with their attorney throughout each stage of the case rather than being passed along to junior staff.
Transparent Counsel and Flexible Payment Plans
Navigating criminal allegations is stressful enough without facing unpredictable legal costs. The Owen Law Firm maintains transparent pricing structures, reasonable flat fees, and manageable payment plans designed to fit your financial circumstances. If you or a family member need to hire an attorney who will fight tirelessly for your reputation and liberty, schedule a free consultation with James R. Owen today to start building an aggressive defense.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of Downtown Knoxville, situated adjacent to the City-County Building and just east of the historic World's Fair Park.
Building Location
This is a nine-story Class A commercial office tower completed in 1992, known as the Bank of America Center (or NationsBank Center). It is built on air rights over a multi-story parking garage and features modern professional office condominium suites.
Parking Details
For convenient parking, clients can utilize the connected Main Street Parking Garage (entrance located on Locust Street) for a small hourly fee, with free parking available on evenings and weekends.
Public Transit
Served by Knoxville Area Transit Route 11 (Downtown); nearest stop is at Main St EB @ Walnut St.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Park in the attached Main Street Parking Garage and take the garage elevators to the Lobby/P3 level. Turn right out of the elevator bank, pass through the sliding doors into the main building lobby, and use the central elevators to reach the offices in Suite 950 on the ninth floor.