Breeding & Associates, LLC

Knoxville Attorneys Selecting the right law firm to meet your legal needs is an important decision. At Breeding & Associates, LLC, in Knoxville, Tennessee, a significant number of the clients we have represented in the past choose to recommend us to their friends when they face legal issues. More than 80 percent of the clients we serve are referred to us by past clients and other attorneys. Our past clients recommend us because we provide a high level of personal service, a thorough understanding of the law, and a commitment to helping our clients meet their personal objectives: We are skilled mediators and trained in collaborative divorce. We are aggressive litigators who excel at creating persuasive courtroom arguments and exhibits. We regularly represent children as court-appointed guardians ad litem, which helps us represent parents in child custody matters. We offer the services of a skilled and successful attorney to protect your rights if you face criminal charges. We quickly grasp business and financial issues. Our team includes an attorney with experience drafting legislation and complex government contracts. Our attorneys are comfortable with all aspects of litigation, from filing the initial paperwork through trial and appeal. We are careful to copy you on all documents related to your case. We are careful to explain the essentials of your case in a clear manner so that you understand your options, potential costs, time frames and the likelihood of success. We work with local residents, out-of-state clients and military service members stationed in Tennessee and abroad. Our attorneys are available for evening and weekend appointments and are conveniently located in Knoxville, off Kingston Pike near Pellissippi Parkway.

If you have been arrested for driving under the influence in Tennessee, the stakes are high. The effect of a conviction on your finances, your career and your family life can be devastating. At Breeding & Associates, LLC, in Knoxville, we provide a strong defense for people who face DUI charges. Attorney Jimmy Carter is ready to be your advocate who understands how the state handles DUI cases. Attorney Brad Henry is an experienced trial attorney regarding DUIs and in addition to handling DUI matters at trial has handled appeals of DUI convictions. Call to schedule a free initial consultation with attorney Jimmy Carter or Brad Henry to discuss your case. Consequences of a DUI Conviction in Tennessee Even for a first offense, DUI penalties include jail time, heavy fines and loss of your driver’s license for at least one year. While you may be able to obtain a restricted license, you face three years of high-risk insurance (called SR22 insurance). The judge also can order you to install a vehicle ignition interlock device at a minimum cost of at least $800. If you have even a single DUI conviction on your record, a judge may deny bond if you are arrested in the future for suspicion of DUI. When you consider court costs, DUI school costs and driver’s license reinstatement fees, the cost of a DUI conviction can be thousands of dollars. Many employers look unfavorably on DUI convictions. If you need to drive for your employment, you could lose your job or be prevented from obtaining a job for which you have applied. Is There a Defense to DUI Charges? When you consider the cost of a DUI conviction, it makes sense to talk to a lawyer about possible defenses. Even if you think you are guilty of driving under the influence, there are many things an experienced lawyer can to mitigate the charges. Challenging the stop: Did police have probable cause to stop you? If the police did not have probable cause that you committed a crime, the stop can be challenged and all evidence gathered after the stop may be suppressed. Challenging the field sobriety test: Police need additional probable cause that you were driving impaired by drugs or alcohol before they can administer or require you to take the field sobriety test. Challenging the Breathalyzer or blood test: Police or other personnel can make mistakes in administering the Breathalyzer or blood test and preserving the chain of evidence, which can lead to a suppression of blood alcohol content results. The prosecution must establish every element of the offense before they can convict you of drunk driving. If any element of the state’s case is weak, we can seek a dismissal of charges or a reduction of charges to reckless driving or similar offense.