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Knox Defense

Knoxville, Tennessee
THE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA® AWARDS:: 4 BEST LAW FIRMS® AWARDS:: 3
4 Attorneys

About Knox Defense

Office Locations

Knoxville, TN

607 Market Street, Suite 1100, Knoxville, TN 37902

865-524-8106

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Leadership Team

Jonathan Cooper

Partner

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Awards & Recognition

Featured Awards

THE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA® AWARDS: 4

BEST LAW FIRMS® AWARDS: 3

All Awards

  • Top Listed in Tennessee in Criminal Defense: General Practice with 4 lawyers
  • Top Listed in Knoxville in Criminal Defense: General Practice with 4 lawyers
  • Top Listed in Knoxville in Criminal Defense: White-Collar with 4 lawyers
  • Fellow, International Society of Barristers
  • Best Article Award, DICTA, Knoxville Bar Association
  • 150 Best Lawyers in Tennessee, Last Ten Years
  • Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers
  • Death Penalty Award, Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Best Article Award, DICTA, Knoxville Bar Association

Key Contacts

Jeffrey Whitt

Partner

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Jonathan Cooper

Partner

865-524-8106

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Joshua Hedrick

Partner

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Cullen Wojcik

Partner

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Notable Clients

Knox Defense represents an extraordinarily diverse range of clients whose lives intersect the justice system in countless ways. Our clients come from every walk of life — from students, small business owners, and working professionals to executives, educators, veterans, and public officials. They reflect a broad spectrum of educational backgrounds, economic means, ethnicities, and life experiences. The firm’s criminal defense practice spans the full range of state and federal matters: from misdemeanors and DUIs to complex white-collar prosecutions, violent crimes, and post-conviction relief. Whether defending an individual facing a first encounter with the law or a professional accused of a high-stakes offense, Knox Defense approaches each case with the same commitment to rigorous advocacy, discretion, and respect for the person behind the charge.Knox Defense represents an extraordinarily diverse range of clients whose lives intersect the justice system in countless ways. Our clients come from every walk of life — from students, small business owners, and working professionals to executives, educators, veterans, and public officials. They reflect a broad spectrum of educational backgrounds, economic means, ethnicities, and life experiences. The firm’s criminal defense practice spans the full range of state and federal matters: from misdemeanors and DUIs to complex white-collar prosecutions, violent crimes, and post-conviction relief. Whether defending an individual facing a first encounter with the law or a professional accused of a high-stakes offense, Knox Defense approaches each case with the same commitment to rigorous advocacy, discretion, and respect for the person behind the charge.

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Reviews

4.4 / 5

43 Reviews

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Kelvin Hermann

Feb 01, 2026

Knox Defense did a great job handling my complex Criminal Defense: General Practice law case from start to finish

Needed help with Criminal Defense: General Practice law and Knox Defense delivered on their promises. They're professional, efficient, and easy to talk to. Good choice for anyone in undefined looking...

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Kristen Mayer

Feb 01, 2026

Professional service and clear communication provided by Knox Defense in undefined

I've worked with a few lawyers in undefined over the years, but Knox Defense stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times. I felt c...

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Bobby Kertzmann

Feb 01, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by Knox Defense for my Criminal Defense: General Practice law case

Knox Defense is fantastic and very professional. Don't hesitate to hire them if you're in undefined and need help. They really know their stuff and will go the extra mile to make sure you're taken car...

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Tara Runte

Feb 01, 2026

Knox Defense did a great job handling my complex Criminal Defense: General Practice law case from start to finish

I've worked with a few lawyers in undefined over the years, but Knox Defense stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times. I felt c...

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Bobbie Smith

Feb 01, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by Knox Defense for my Criminal Defense: General Practice law case

Best lawyer for Criminal Defense: General Practice law in undefined. Period. I've seen others, but Knox Defense is on another level. They truly care about their clients and work hard to get the best r...