Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Newport and Cocke County, TN

If you've been charged with a crime in Newport or anywhere in Cocke County, you need an attorney who knows East Tennessee courts — not a firm that treats your case as a distant inconvenience. Shults Law Firm is based in Sevierville and serves clients across the region, including Newport and Cocke County General Sessions Court.

East Tennessee Is Our Backyard — Cocke County Included

Shults Law Firm was built in East Tennessee and has served clients across the region for more than 13 years. We're not a Nashville firm with a satellite office, and we're not a franchise operation sending you to whoever is available. When you call us, you're reaching a team that knows this part of the state — its courts, its prosecutors, and the people who live here.

Criminal Defense and Family Law Services Available to Newport Residents

Whether you're facing a DUI charge, a drug offense, an assault allegation, or a family law matter, Shults Law Firm handles the cases that matter most to Cocke County residents. We offer the same level of personal attention to clients in Newport that we provide to clients in our home county of Sevier.

DUI and DWI Defense

A DUI arrest in Cocke County carries real consequences — license suspension, fines, and potential jail time. We've handled DUI cases across East Tennessee and understand how to build a defense that challenges the evidence against you.

Drug Charges in Cocke County

Drug charges in Tennessee range from simple possession to more serious felony offenses. The outcome depends heavily on how your case is handled from the start. We review every detail — the stop, the search, the evidence — before advising you on next steps.

Assault and Domestic Assault

An assault charge can follow you for years. We defend clients against both misdemeanor and felony assault allegations in Cocke County, including domestic assault charges where the circumstances are often more complicated than the initial report suggests.

Expungement in Tennessee

A prior conviction on your record can affect your employment, housing, and future. If you may be eligible to have a record cleared, we can walk you through Tennessee's expungement process and tell you quickly whether it applies to your situation.

Family Law Matters

Divorce and child custody disputes are difficult under any circumstances. We represent Cocke County residents in family law cases with the same care and directness we bring to criminal defense — plain answers, no unnecessary delays.

Same-Day Consultations — No Need to Wait

When you're dealing with criminal charges, time matters. Shults Law Firm offers free consultations by phone, and in many cases we can speak with you the same day you call. You don't have to wait days for a callback or navigate an intake process before you talk to someone who can actually help. Call 865-428-2345 and reach our office directly.

Appearing in Cocke County General Sessions Court

Cocke County General Sessions Court handles a wide range of criminal matters, including misdemeanors, preliminary hearings for felony charges, and traffic offenses. Knowing how a specific court operates — its schedules, its procedures, its tendencies — is part of effective representation. We appear in courts across East Tennessee and bring that regional familiarity to every case we handle.

Born and Raised in East Tennessee

Mike Shults grew up in Sevierville and has spent his entire legal career serving the communities of East Tennessee. That background matters when you're looking for an attorney who understands the people, the courts, and the culture of this region. You won't be handed off to a paralegal or treated like a number. You'll work directly with an attorney who has tried cases and won them.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Criminal Defense in Newport, TN

  • Does Shults Law Firm handle cases in Cocke County General Sessions Court?

    Yes. We serve clients in Newport and appear in Cocke County courts as part of our broader East Tennessee practice. If you've been charged in Cocke County, call us to discuss your case.

  • How quickly can I speak with an attorney after I call?

    In most cases, we can schedule a free phone consultation the same day you reach out. Call 865-428-2345 and our office will connect you with the information you need right away.

  • What types of criminal cases does Shults Law Firm handle in Newport?

    We handle DUI and DWI charges, drug offenses, assault and domestic assault, theft, weapons charges, probation violations, and more. We also assist with expungement for eligible clients.

  • Is Shults Law Firm a local East Tennessee firm or a larger regional operation?

    We're a local firm based in Sevierville, Tennessee. Mike Shults was born and raised here, and the firm has served East Tennessee communities for more than 13 years. We are not affiliated with any franchise or out-of-state operation.

  • Do you offer services in Spanish for Newport-area clients?

    Yes. Our office provides legal services in both English and Spanish. If you're more comfortable speaking Spanish, you can call or contact us and communicate directly in Spanish without needing a separate interpreter.

Serving Newport and the Surrounding Cocke County Area

Shults Law Firm serves clients throughout Cocke County and across East Tennessee. In addition to Newport, our firm regularly assists clients in Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Maryville, Knoxville, and Dandridge.