Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Maryville and Blount County
Facing criminal charges or a family law matter in the Maryville area? Shults Law Firm serves clients across East Tennessee — including Blount County Circuit and General Sessions Courts — with the same focused, personal attention we bring to every case.
Serving Maryville, Alcoa, and Blount County
Maryville sits just across the county line from our home base in Sevierville, and we regularly serve clients throughout Blount County. Whether your case is in Blount County General Sessions Court or Circuit Court, we know the courts you're facing, the procedures that govern them, and the prosecutors on the other side. You won't be working with an attorney who's unfamiliar with this territory.
Criminal Defense and Family Law Across the Maryville Area
Shults Law Firm handles the full range of criminal defense and family law matters for clients in Maryville and the surrounding Blount County area. If you're dealing with a criminal charge or a difficult family situation, we can help — often both, under one roof.
Criminal Defense in Blount County
A criminal charge in Maryville or Alcoa can move quickly through the court system. From the first appearance in General Sessions to a Circuit Court trial, having an attorney who understands Blount County procedures gives you a real advantage. We handle DUI and DWI charges, drug offenses, assault, theft, weapons charges, and more.
DUI and DWI Defense
A DUI arrest in Blount County carries serious consequences — license suspension, fines, and potential jail time. We've defended DUI cases across East Tennessee courts and know how to examine the stop, the field sobriety testing, and the breath or blood results for weaknesses in the state's case.
Drug Crimes
Drug charges in Tennessee range from simple possession to more serious distribution offenses. The facts of your arrest, the evidence collected, and how that evidence was obtained all matter. We review every detail before advising you on the best path forward.
Family Law for Blount County Residents
Divorce, child custody, and child support disputes are stressful under any circumstances. We represent clients in Blount County family law matters with the same care and directness we bring to criminal defense — clear communication, honest assessments, and steady representation when it counts.
Expungement in Tennessee
A prior conviction on your record can affect employment, housing, and more. If you're eligible for expungement under Tennessee law, we can walk you through the process and file on your behalf. Many people don't know they qualify — a free consultation is the fastest way to find out.
Why Blount County Clients Choose Shults Law Firm
We're not a large regional firm sending a junior associate to handle your case. When you hire Shults Law Firm, you work directly with an attorney who has been practicing across East Tennessee courts for more than 13 years — someone with a real record of trial wins and a reputation built on treating clients like people, not files.
- 13+ years of criminal defense and family law experience
- Regular practice in Blount County General Sessions and Circuit Courts
- Proven trial record — not a plea-only approach
- Bilingual services available in English and Spanish
- Flexible payment plans to fit your situation
- Free consultations, with calls returned promptly
Practice Areas Available to Maryville and Blount County Clients
Whether you need a criminal defense attorney in Maryville or a family law attorney for a Blount County custody matter, we cover the full range of what our clients need most.
Our criminal defense practice includes DUI and DWI defense, breath test refusals, license suspension hearings, drug crimes, assault and domestic assault, weapons charges, theft, sex crimes, juvenile defense, probation violations, public intoxication, and expungement. Our family law practice covers divorce, child custody, and child support matters throughout East Tennessee.
Bilingual Legal Services — English and Spanish
Our office serves Spanish-speaking clients directly, in both English and Spanish. If you or a family member needs legal help in the Maryville area and language has been a barrier to getting it, that barrier doesn't exist here. We communicate clearly, in the language that works for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Defense in Maryville
Does Shults Law Firm handle cases in Blount County courts?
Yes. We regularly appear in Blount County General Sessions Court and Circuit Court on behalf of clients facing criminal charges in Maryville, Alcoa, and the surrounding area. Blount County is a consistent part of our East Tennessee practice.What should I do if I was arrested in Maryville or Alcoa?
Contact an attorney as soon as possible — before making any statements to law enforcement. The earlier we're involved, the more options we have. Call us at 865-428-2345 for a free consultation and we'll walk you through what to expect.Can you help with both a criminal charge and a family law matter at the same time?
Yes. Shults Law Firm handles criminal defense and family law across East Tennessee. If your situation involves both — which is more common than people expect — we can represent you in both matters without you needing to coordinate between two separate firms.Do you offer services in Spanish for clients in the Maryville area?
We do. Our office provides legal services in both English and Spanish. Spanish-speaking clients in Blount County are welcome to contact us directly and communicate in the language they're most comfortable with.How much does it cost to talk to a criminal defense attorney near Maryville?
Your first consultation with Shults Law Firm is free. We'll review the facts of your situation, explain your options honestly, and give you a clear sense of what to expect — at no charge and with no obligation. We also offer flexible payment plans for clients who need them.
Serving Clients Throughout East Tennessee
Shults Law Firm is based in Sevierville and serves clients across Sevier County, Blount County, Knox County, Jefferson County, and Cocke County. If you're in Maryville, Alcoa, or anywhere in the Blount County area and need a criminal defense or family law attorney, we're ready to help.