Edward Lynn Holt Jr., experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Knoxville, TN with 307 reviews
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Edward Lynn Holt Jr.

109 S. Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN

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Education

1990:
University of Tennessee College of Law, JD - Juris Doctor
1982:
Memphis State University, BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Julie crouch

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26 Dec, 2024
Brandon was great and helped our son out of a very serious situation. He got most of the charges dropped against him. We highly recommend this law firm. Great communication. Hopefully we never need there services again but I will definitely call if I’m ever in need.
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Jason quarles

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25 Dec, 2024
I want to express the most gratitude to Barnes & Fersten for their exceptional assistance with my legal troubles. They not only achieved an outcome that exceeded my expectations but also made the entire process seamless and manageable. From start to finish, they ensured I was well-informed, providing me with all the details necessary to understand each aspect of my case. Their professionalism, clear communication, and dedication to my best interests made a challenging situation much easier to navigate. I couldn’t have asked for better representation.
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Levi crouch

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23 Dec, 2024
If anyone is looking for great lawyer's check out Barnes & Fersten, PLLC ask for Brandon there all great had an amazing experience with them all had 5 felony charges in Tennessee Brandon was able to get them expunged only with one year probation please check them out!!!
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Pros
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Highly skilled and experienced attorneys who achieve favorable outcomes for clients
“They made a challenging situation much easier to navigate. I couldn't have asked for better representation.”
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Excellent communication and responsiveness from the firm
“They ensured I was well-informed, providing me with all the details necessary to understand each aspect of my case.”
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Personalized attention and care for each client's unique situation
“They treated me like much more than a client, you are treated like family.”
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Aggressive and effective legal defense strategies
“Brandon arranged a deal in my case that I never thought possible.”
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Willingness to go above and beyond for their clients
“Oscar went above and beyond for my case to achieve a result that was better than I could have hoped for.”
Cons
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High legal fees that may be difficult for some clients to afford
“I will admit the fee is a little jaw dropping at first but realizing it is all inclusive and Brandon will be with you for all court hearings all the way to completion of your case it is actually quite reasonable.”
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Potential for longer than expected timelines to resolve cases
“My case took almost 2 years through the courts and he was there by my side the whole time.”

Publications

2012:
For the Defense, Taking a Second Look at Search Warrants
2011:
For the Defense, 2011: Sex Laws Summary
2011:
For the Defense, Sex Offenses and Child Pornography Forfeiture - A Statutory Guide to the Poorhouse
2010:
For the Defense, Sex Crimes Are-A-Changing, Part 2

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