Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Johnson City, TN

24 firms listed · 7 in Johnson City · 2 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Erin McArdle Law

Erin McArdle Law

(47)
  • Communicating
  • Court Room
  • Intelligent
“If I could give them 10 or 20 stars I would, they make you feel like family and will fight just as hard for you in whatever legal situation you have like your there own!”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2022
3107 W Market St #1, Johnson City, TN
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Page & Cook, Attorneys at Law

Page & Cook, Attorneys at Law

(48)
  • Law Firm
  • Results
  • Honest
“They are completely professional, thoroughly explain every process that you will or will need to go through and they are completely honest with their clients while also making you feel like a friend.”
In Business Since 2016
208 W Fairview Ave, Johnson City, TN
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Meade Law Group

Meade Law Group

(48)
  • Questions
  • Court
  • Law Firm
“They laid out the most likely outcomes but listened and empathized with our situation and the importance of doing everything possible to achieve the most positive, but nearly IMPOSSIBLE resolution to our case.”
In Business Since 2003
215 N Boone St, Johnson City, TN
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Law Offices of Sandy Phillips

Law Offices of Sandy Phillips

(40)
  • Questions
  • Results
  • Knowledge
“She may initially seem blunt and possibly a bit scary/intimidating, but later you find that although it's a characteristic she does possess, at the same time you realize how advantageous that mein or personality can be.”
In Business Since 2020
112 E Myrtle Ave, Johnson City, TN
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James R. Miller II, Attorney at Law

James R. Miller II, Attorney at Law

(20)
  • Parents
  • Questions
  • Matter
“He sought my daughter's best interest, spent ample time discussing any questions that I had, and most importantly was the driving force in a resolution that left everyone satisfied.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2014
200 E Main St #102, Johnson City, TN
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Nikki Himebaugh, Criminal Defense Attorney

Nikki Himebaugh, Criminal Defense Attorney

(21)
  • Price
  • Future
“Very professional company definitely a reasonable price for the caseload assigned, turned one of my not so great experiences into something that still presented me with a future to live and learn from mistakes made!”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2018
112 E Myrtle Ave Suite 402, Johnson City, TN
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The 24 firms listed for Johnson City, TN defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Johnson City, TN

7 of the 24 firms we list are based in Johnson City; the other 17 serve Johnson City from towns including Kingsport (16 mi), Morganton, NC (57 mi) and Bristol (20 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 1,329 reviews; 15 have 50 or more reviews and 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), responsiveness (90%) and quality (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "communication" and "knowledge". 2 are open on Saturdays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are family law (4), criminal law (3) and personal injury (2). Domain records put 16 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 6 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for 22 of the firms on this page; 20 publish a contact page and 13 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Why are firms outside Johnson City shown on this page?

7 of the 24 firms are based in Johnson City; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.

Jerry J. Fabus, Jr.

Jerry J. Fabus, Jr.

(15)
  • Divorce
  • Court
  • Money
“If it were not for his steadfast and calm demeanor, the compassion and understanding, and finally his knowledge, advice, and tenacity I would not have made it through.”
4136 Bristol Hwy #1, Johnson City, TN
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Josh Hoeppner Attorney At Law

Josh Hoeppner Attorney At Law

(50)
  • Result
  • Questions
  • Patient
“Each and every time he had an update about my case he would reach out to me to keep me informed, even after normal business hours, which showed me that he cares about his clients and that they are more than just another pay day.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2010
201 W Sullivan St, Kingsport, TN
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R Wayne Culbertson

R Wayne Culbertson

(33)
  • Divorce
  • Case
  • Opinion
“He didn't rush me in the explanation of my case and did a thorough examination of the documents , going above and beyond what I expected for a consultation.”
In Business Since 2016
119 W Market St, Kingsport, TN
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Joshua A. Hardin, Attorney at Law

Joshua A. Hardin, Attorney at Law

(21)
  • Money
“Even my Ex husband said he wished his lawyer was as good as this guy lol went as far as to say if he ever got another divorce he was going thru my lawyer next time.”
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2018
Serving Johnson City Area
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Keith A. Hopson, Attorney at Law

Keith A. Hopson, Attorney at Law

(10)
“During my encounters with him, his integrity, expertise, compassion and professionalism truly impressed me.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1983
410 Shelby St, Kingsport, TN
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Andrew Cunnyngham, Attorney at Law

Andrew Cunnyngham, Attorney at Law

(2)
“Honest,professional personable service!!”
In Business Since 2016
Serving Johnson City Area
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The Slaughter Law Firm

The Slaughter Law Firm

(38)
  • Court
“I highly recommend The Slaughter Law Firm to anyone with any kind of legal issues or if your in need of legal advice you cannot go wrong with Frank Slaughter.”
In Business Since 2011
Serving Johnson City Area
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The Senter Law Firm

The Senter Law Firm

(16)
“I definitely will choose him if I ever need a lawyer again he really is great thank you again for everything Mr Senter you do get things done just as you say and fast to thank you for all your hard work you are a very good person and lawyer.”
In Business Since 2005
Serving Johnson City Area
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McAfee and McAfee

McAfee and McAfee

(46)
  • Communication
  • Honest
  • Team
“Mr Mc Affee is a brilliant and hard working attorney who truly cares about setting things right for his clients, no matter how difficult the circumstances are.”
In Business Since 2014
Serving Johnson City Area
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Stapleton Law Office

Stapleton Law Office

(38)
  • Knowledge
  • Communication
  • Needs
“Stapleton was exceptional, and I would wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, communicative, and effective legal advocate.”
In Business Since 2001
Serving Johnson City Area
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Letsen Law Firm

Letsen Law Firm

(12)
  • Ticket
“Letsen law, help me with my ticket in a professional way; Nikki was excellent to covered and kept tracking my case; I highly recommended their services”
In Business Since 2019
Serving Johnson City Area
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Leonard & Hensley

Leonard & Hensley

(7)
  • Law Firm
“Hensley is super good at his job and he has helped me many times I owe him so much gratitude most lawyers are just trying to make their money and go home but this man showed me compassion and helped me when I was at my breaking point I highly recomme...”
Serving Johnson City Area
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Harmon Law

Harmon Law

(50)
  • Team
  • Ticket
  • Community
“Jason from day one made us feel comfortable, listened, asked questions, took notes and spoke straight about what possible outcomes could be for this serious case.”
In Business Since 2015
Serving Johnson City Area
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Law Offices of John W. Alexander

Law Offices of John W. Alexander

(41)
  • Law Firm
  • Results
  • Needs
“Best and fastest results I have ever had from a lawyer or any place for that matter thanks for making it so effortless in taking care of my sons traffic violation!!”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2015
Serving Johnson City Area
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Scott Casey Attorney

Scott Casey Attorney

(43)
  • People
  • Needs
  • Understand
“He helped us out with the many questions we had, allowed me to borrow some reading materials and spent quite a bit of HIS time with us and didn't charge us!”
In Business Since 2009
Serving Johnson City Area
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Law Office of Jared T. Amos

Law Office of Jared T. Amos

(42)
  • Communication
  • Court
  • Cost
“Amos a brilliant and motivated attorney, he has compassion, empathy, excellent communication skills, is assertive, creative, and perseveres which are all the traits one would find in an exceptional attorney.”
In Business Since 2008
Serving Johnson City Area
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Webster & Back Law

Webster & Back Law

(50)
  • Outcome
  • Speeding Ticket
  • Efficient
“Chris Back took care of a problem I had in less than 24 hours after I spent WEEKS working with others trying to solve the same problem who told me it was not possible.”
In Business Since 2017
Serving Johnson City Area
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Candice K. Mendez, Attorney at Law

Candice K. Mendez, Attorney at Law

(36)
  • Emails
  • Future
  • Money
“To be honest, I think when someone hires you for a large amount, the consultation fee could be comped at that point but, that's neither here nor there.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2010
Serving Johnson City Area
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Criminal Law Attorney Services in Johnson City, TN Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1642
Maximum cost
$19703
National Average
$6021
Avg Per Hour Rates
$384
$3832
$6568
Typical price range is based on 542 cost profiles
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Average Cost $6021
Minimum cost $1642
Maximum cost $19703
Avg Per Hour Rates $384

Typical range $3832 to $6568 is based on 542 cost profiles.

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