Kelly Dean Tanner, Car Accidents Attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee
Over 12 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI
MemberatKelly Tanner Law
Knoxville, TN
Practicing car accidents in Knoxville since 2014.
- 12+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Kelly Dean Tanner is a member based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI. Kelly has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelly Tanner Law.
- Based in
- Knoxville, TN
- Experience
- over 12 years
- Known for
- Car Accidents · Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI
- Handles Car Accidents, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI matters from Knoxville, TN.
- Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kelly Dean Tanner: Kelly Dean Tanner is a member based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI. Kelly has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelly Tanner Law.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kelly takes on
Kelly concentrates on car accidents, criminal defense, dui/dwi, estate planning, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kelly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Car Accidents
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Criminal Defense
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DUI/DWI
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Estate Planning
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Personal Injury
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Truck Accidents
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Car Accidents cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Kelly takes car accidents matters in Knoxville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelly agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Kelly takes criminal defense matters in Knoxville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelly agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Kelly takes dui/dwi matters in Knoxville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelly agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Kelly takes estate planning matters in Knoxville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelly agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Kelly takes personal injury matters in Knoxville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelly agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kelly Dean Tanner — car accidents lawyer in Knoxville
Kelly Dean Tanner is a member based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI. Kelly has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelly Tanner Law.
Kelly Dean Tanner is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, automobile accidents and 4 other areas of law. Kelly received a B.S. degree from Tusculum College in 2005, and has been licensed for 12 years. Kelly practices at Kelly Tanner Law in Knoxville, TN.
How Kelly handles car accidents matters
Kelly Dean Tanner is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, automobile accidents and 4 other areas of law. Kelly received a B.S. degree from Tusculum College in 2005, and has been licensed for 12 years. Kelly practices at Kelly Tanner Law in Knoxville, TN.
The kind of cases Kelly takes
Kelly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, criminal defense, and dui/dwi matters in Knoxville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Lincoln Memorial University, Duncan School of Law
J.D. · 2014
Tusculum College
B.S. · 2005
Jurisdictions
Kelly's state bar admissions
U.S. Federal Court,
2014 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
2014 · ACTIVE
Kelly studied at J.D. in Lincoln Memorial University, Duncan School of Law and B.S. in Tusculum College.
Law school and academic background
Kelly completed J.D. in Lincoln Memorial University, Duncan School of Law and B.S. in Tusculum College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kelly runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kelly's professional memberships and bar associations
Knoxville Bar Association
membership
Locations
Kelly Dean Tanner's office in Knoxville
Kelly's primary office is at 550 W. Main St., Ste. 600, Knoxville, TN, 37902. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kelly Dean Tanner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kelly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kelly charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelly's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kelly will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kelly
Kelly discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every car accidents matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kelly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kelly's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kelly Dean Tanner
How much does it cost to hire Kelly for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kelly walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kelly offer a free consultation?
Kelly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelly's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Kelly's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kelly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kelly take my case if I'm outside Knoxville?
Kelly is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kelly will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kelly?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kelly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kelly accepting new car accidents clients right now?
Kelly's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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