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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Maryville, TN: 2026 rankings

93 criminal defense lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Maryville: T. Scott Jones, Esq, LFR Score 70/100; 5.0★ from 590 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Barnes & Fersten, PLLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 93.

  3. 16

    Most-reviewed: Banks & Jones, Attorneys At Law, 1,655 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 93 ranked; ranked #16.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

93 Maryville criminal defense lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 23 are open 24/7, 24 open Saturdays and 22 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 93 rated law firms.

Most of this list also appears on the Criminal defense lawyers in Knoxville ranking. See Criminal defense lawyers in Knoxville

Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Maryville at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Maryville at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1T. Scott Jones, Esq705.0★ (590)Knoxville, 14 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Barnes & Fersten, PLLC705.0★ (405)Knoxville, 12 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3Ooten Law Firm Criminal Defense Lawyers - Knoxville684.8★ (247)Knoxville, 10 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
4Law Office of Joseph A. Fanduzz684.9★ (246)Knoxville, 15 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
5Burks & Ogle674.9★ (129)Knoxville, 15 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
6Jeffrey Coller, Knoxville Criminal Defense Attorney674.9★ (124)Knoxville, 15 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
7The Watson Law Firm674.9★ (84)Knoxville, 13 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
8The Woodard Law Firm, PLLC665.0★ (68)Knoxville, 14 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
9The Bell Law Firm, PLLC664.9★ (63)Knoxville, 13 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
10Price Benowitz Criminal & DUI Defense665.0★ (54)Knoxville, 15 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—

All 93 criminal defense lawyers in Maryville, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in Maryville

    #1 T. Scott Jones, Esq

    Based in Knoxville, 14 mi away

    70/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 590 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 590 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    2125 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN 37921
    View profile for T. Scott Jones, Esq(865) 509-9693

  2. #2 Barnes & Fersten, PLLC

    Based in Knoxville, 12 mi away

    70/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 405 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 405 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    109 S Northshore Dr #310, Knoxville, TN 37919
    View profile for Barnes & Fersten, PLLC(865) 805-5703

  5. #5 Burks & Ogle

    Based in Knoxville, 15 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 129 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 129 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    800 S Gay St #1900, Knoxville, TN 37929
    View profile for Burks & Ogle(865) 522-4964

  7. #7 The Watson Law Firm

    Based in Knoxville, 13 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 84 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 84 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    120 Suburban Rd #203, Knoxville, TN 37923
    View profile for The Watson Law Firm(865) 259-0948

  11. #11 The Baker Law Firm

    Based in Knoxville, 15 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 91 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 91 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    800 S Gay St #1950, Knoxville, TN 37929
    View profile for The Baker Law Firm(865) 200-4117

  13. #13 Christmas Law Group

    Based in Clinton, 26 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 120 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 120 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    301 Market St, Clinton, TN 37716
    View profile for Christmas Law Group(865) 378-7779

  17. #17 Garza Law Firm

    Based in Knoxville, 14 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 1,190 Google reviews.

    • 4.9★ from 1,190 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    550 W Main St #340, Knoxville, TN 37902
    View profile for Garza Law Firm(865) 830-1843

  19. #19 Robert W. White

    Based in Maryville

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.4★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    371 Ellis Ave, Maryville, TN 37804
    View profile for Robert W. White(865) 448-4265

  20. #20 BFP Law Firm, P.C.

    Based in Knoxville, 12 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 130 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 130 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    318 Erin Dr SW #4, Knoxville, TN 37919
    View profile for BFP Law Firm, P.C.(865) 963-3052

  22. #22 The Dance Firm

    Based in Knoxville, 12 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 55 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for The Dance Firm(865) 748-8696

  23. #23 Stephens & DiRado, LLP

    Based in Knoxville, 14 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 52 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 52 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    606 W Main St #250, Knoxville, TN 37902
    View profile for Stephens & DiRado, LLP(865) 545-0909

  24. #24 The Evans Law Firm

    Based in Knoxville, 15 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    625 Market Street 10th Floor 625, 625 Market St #1000, Knoxville, TN 37902
    View profile for The Evans Law Firm(865) 523-2755

  25. #25 Knox Defense

    Based in Knoxville, 15 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 52 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 52 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    625 S Gay St #230, Knoxville, TN 37902
    View profile for Knox Defense(865) 524-8106

Criminal defense lawyers ranked #40 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #40 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 93 ranked criminal defense lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

criminal defense lawyers in Maryville, ranks 40 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
40Delius, McKenzie & McCarter575.0★ (211)24 mi
41NST Law Injury Attorneys574.7★ (134)13 mi
42Law Offices Of James A.H. Bell, P.C.574.9★ (144)12 mi
50OEB Law564.5★ (114)15 mi

Also serving Maryville

1 more criminal defense lawyers within 30 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked criminal defense lawyers serving Maryville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Oberman and Rice Law Firm4.8★ (35)14 mi

How we ranked Maryville criminal defense lawyers

We scored 93 Maryville criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Maryville data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a criminal defense lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many criminal defense matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask whether the lawyer regularly appears in the court where your case is filed.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a criminal defense lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • What does the flat fee cover, and what costs extra if the case goes to trial?
  • Who will appear with me at each hearing?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Criminal defense lawyers in Maryville: frequently asked questions

Which criminal defense lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Maryville?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked criminal defense lawyer in Maryville, TN is T. Scott Jones, Esq with an LFR Score of 70/100. It has 5.0★ from 590 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Barnes & Fersten, PLLC (#2) and Ooten Law Firm Criminal Defense Lawyers - Knoxville (#3) follow. We ranked 93 criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many criminal defense lawyers are there in Maryville?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 93 criminal defense lawyers serving Maryville, TN. 2 of them are based in Maryville; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 1 within 30 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Maryville are open 24/7?

23 ranked criminal defense lawyers in Maryville post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are T. Scott Jones, Esq (#1), Barnes & Fersten, PLLC (#2) and Ooten Law Firm Criminal Defense Lawyers - Knoxville (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Maryville work on weekends?

24 of 93 ranked criminal defense lawyers post Saturday hours and 22 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are T. Scott Jones, Esq (#1), Barnes & Fersten, PLLC (#2) and Ooten Law Firm Criminal Defense Lawyers - Knoxville (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Maryville criminal defense lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 93 rated criminal defense lawyers in Maryville is 4.8★, with a median of 40 reviews. Banks & Jones, Attorneys At Law has the most, 1,655 reviews, and ranks #16. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank criminal defense lawyers?

Each criminal defense lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do criminal defense lawyers outside Maryville count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Maryville city center, our service radius for criminal defense lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can criminal defense lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do criminal defense lawyers in Maryville, TN charge?

Criminal defense lawyers usually charge a flat fee per stage (for example, through a plea or through trial) or an hourly rate. Contingency fees are not allowed in criminal cases under ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $219 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

What if I can’t afford a criminal defense lawyer?

If a charge can lead to jail, the court must appoint a lawyer for you if you cannot afford one (Gideon v. Wainwright, 1963; Argersinger v. Hamlin, 1972). Ask about a public defender at your first court appearance. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of criminal defense lawyers in Maryville, TN ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Maryville?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Maryville

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 93 criminal defense lawyers serving Maryville.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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