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Voted 3 Best Divorce Lawyers in Knoxville, TN

We are proud to be chosen as a 3 Best Divorce Lawyer in Knoxville, TN. Three Best Rated uses the below criteria to pick the Best of the Best! Expert-recommended Top 3 Divorce Lawyers in Knoxville, Tennessee. All of our divorce attorneys actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best –  learn more HERE.

Experience Matters —

Knoxville, TN

A Record Of Success Throughout East Tennessee.

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You need a strong advocate to protect your interests when your family’s well-being is at risk. Our Knoxville divorce lawyers at The Barnett Firm are known for our dedication to our clients and our ability to customize dynamic counsel throughout East Tennessee. Our goal is to tailor a customized course of action that provides your greatest opportunity for favorable results. Additionally, we will help you understand how to start the divorce process, how to plan for divorce and help you put together a divorce plan that is right for your individual situation. We will also walk you through the different ways to divorce, including uncontested divorce, contested divorce and divorce mediation. After we understand your needs, we can help you develop a divorce strategy that is right for you. We are a dedicated, compassionate and aggressive Knoxville divorce law firm.

Family Law Attorneys – Knoxville, TN

Our family law attorneys in Knoxville, TN, have compiled a record of success in courthouses throughout East Tennessee. As a result of the arguing cases in the region, we are familiar with the dynamics that characterize each county’s courthouse. We have negotiated cases with area attorneys and are skilled at anticipating and countering opposing counsel’s arguments. We use this information to create a strategy that addresses your unique circumstances and utilizes our awareness of judicial leanings. The result — You benefit from the insight we have gained during our past legal representation.

Knoxville, TN

A Record Of Success Throughout East Tennessee.

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Top-Rated Family Law Attorneys Knoxville, TN

Complementing our rich litigation history is the wide range of legal services we offer for matters related to family law, including divorce and the division of marital property, child custody disputes, as well as questions regarding adoption and the termination of parental rights. 

Top-Rated & Reviewed Divorce Attorneys

From your first consultation until the settlement of your case, we, at The Barnett Firm, strive to remain accessible through the legal process. As your advocates, you will gain from our commitment to maintaining channels of communication. Whether it’s through our honest assessment of your case or straightforward explanation of court procedures, you will be fully informed of all available options. This insight will help you make better long-term decisions.

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During your consultation with our divorce attorneys in Knoxville, TN, you will get to ask questions, and we will give you detailed information regarding the available options. Even if you decide we are not the right match for you and your case, you will come out of the discussion, knowing what you need to do to address your legal concerns effectively.

Take the first step to address the disputes that are negatively affecting your family by contacting The Barnett Firm. For your convenience, you can arrange a consultation through our online intake form or by calling our East Tennessee office at (865)-474-0128.


Why Choose Us?

When people are looking to hire a lawyer—especially a divorce and family law attorney—they’re usually making an emotional, high-stakes decision. You should consider trust, competence, cost, and personal fit.

Trust & Credibility

We practice exclusively in adoption, divorce and family law. We have been in practice specializing in divorce and family law since 2007 without any misconduct – our reputation speaks for itself. Please read our Google reviews here. During your consultation we will provide you with full transparency about the process, risks, and likely outcomes. We provide ethical and straightforward communication without scare tactics. You can trust us to guide you and trust us to provide sound legal advocacy to help you protect your kids, money and future.

Experience With Similar Cases

Because we have have handled thousands of divorce and family law cases, we will offer you relevant experience with your high-asset divorce, custody dispute or amicable divorce case. We have seen almost everything within divorce and family law. We are also very familiar with the local judges and courts in and around Knoxville, TN and offer significant experience negotiating settlements vs. litigating. Family law can be highly discretionary—experience can directly affect outcomes.

Communication & Responsiveness

We respond promptly to calls and emails, we will speak to you in plain-english explanations (not legal jargon) that you can understand. We will also provide you with regular updates and make sure you feel heard and respected.

Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

Divorce and custody cases are emotionally draining – we will provide compassion without being overly emotional. We aim to help you understand stress, fear, anger, and grief, and help you calm situations instead of escalating them. We treat people / clients like people, not case files.

Clear Strategy & Realistic Expectations

We help our clients prepare and create a legal plan – we will help you understand your options and consequences, offer honest assessments (even when the news isn’t good), and help you balance between fighting and practicality, and focus on long-term outcomes, not just “winning”.

Cost & Fee Transparency

Cost matters—but clarity is essential, we will help you understand the costs associated with all services – we offer transparent fees, clear communication and honest legal advice. There will be no billing surprises.

Local Knowledge

Family law is local by nature – we understand and know the local tendencies of the local Knoxville, TN judges, the local court procedures, and know the local opposing divorce and family law attorneys. We are also familiar with the local mediators – this helps us understand the county and local court specifics and expectations.

Professionalism & Reputation

How your attorney is perceived can affect negotiations – we are respected by other lawyers, offer a  professional demeanor in court and throughout negotiations, and have the ability to resolve cases without unnecessary conflict.

We serve people and families throughout Eastern Tennessee including Clinton, Farragut, Fountain City, Halls, Kingston, Knoxville, Lenoir City, Loudon, Maryville, Oak Ridge, Pigeon Forge, Powell, Sevierville,  and the surrounding areas and counties.

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