Wade V. Davies

Wade V. Davies: Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer in Knoxville, Tennessee

With over three decades of experience, Wade V. Davies has established himself as a prominent figure in criminal defense law. In August 2025, he was sworn in as the President of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (TACDL). Prior to this prestigious appointment, Mr. Davies served on the Board of Professional Responsibility for the Supreme Court of Tennessee and currently represents attorneys before this board.

Practice Areas

• Criminal Defense: General Practice
• Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Awarded Lawyer of the Year in Knoxville for Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026), Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), and various other accolades, including being recognized as a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers. This distinguished status underscores Mr. Davies’ commitment to excellence in his field.

Education & Credentials

• Bar Admissions: Tennessee, United States
• Languages: English

Mr. Davies graduated first in his class from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 1993. His legal education was further supplemented by a postgraduate degree earned at Pomona College.

Awards & Recognitions

• Ledger Award: Criminal Defense: General Practice, Knoxville (2026)
• Lawyer of the Year: Criminal Defense: General Practice, Knoxville (2024)
• Lawyer of the Year: Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Knoxville (2024)
• Lawyer of the Year: Criminal Defense: General Practice, Knoxville (2012)
• Lawyer of the Year: Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Knoxville (2017)

Notable Achievements: Mr. Davies has been actively involved in Knoxville’s legal community and beyond. He is the criminal law columnist for the Tennessee Bar Journal, where he regularly shares insights on various legal topics.

Firms & Affiliations

• The Davies Law Firm PLLC

Since 2006, Mr. Davies has been recognized as a Best Attorney USA. This ongoing recognition is testament to his dedication and expertise in criminal defense law.

Contact Information

To schedule your initial consultation with Wade V. Davies, contact us at:

• Phone: 123-456-7890
• Email: [email protected]