
Ashley E. Bentley, ADR Attorney in Maryville, Tennessee
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Criminal Defense, and Family Law
AssociateatKizer & Black, Attorneys, PLLC
Maryville, TN
Practicing adr in Maryville since 2008.
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Ashley E. Bentley is an associate based in Maryville, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Criminal Defense, and Family Law. Ashley has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kizer & Black, Attorneys, PLLC.
- Based in
- Maryville, TN
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- ADR · Criminal Defense · Family Law
- Handles ADR, Criminal Defense, and Family Law matters from Maryville, TN.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ashley E. Bentley: Ashley E. Bentley is an associate based in Maryville, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Criminal Defense, and Family Law. Ashley has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kizer & Black, Attorneys, PLLC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ashley E. Bentley
Ashley concentrates on adr, criminal defense, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ashley handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Criminal Defense
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Family Law
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ADR cases in Maryville, Tennessee
Ashley takes adr matters in Maryville, 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 Ashley agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Maryville, Tennessee
Ashley takes criminal defense matters in Maryville, 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 Ashley agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Maryville, Tennessee
Ashley takes family law matters in Maryville, 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 Ashley agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ashley E. Bentley — Over 18 years of Tennessee adr experience
Ashley E. Bentley is an associate based in Maryville, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Criminal Defense, and Family Law. Ashley has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kizer & Black, Attorneys, PLLC.
Ashley E. Bentley is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, family law, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. Ashley E. received a B.S. degree from Freed-Hardeman University in 2001, and has been licensed for 18 years. Ashley E. practices at Kizer & Black, Attorneys, PLLC in Maryville, TN.
Ashley's approach to adr cases
Ashley E. Bentley is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, family law, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. Ashley E. received a B.S. degree from Freed-Hardeman University in 2001, and has been licensed for 18 years. Ashley E. practices at Kizer & Black, Attorneys, PLLC in Maryville, TN.
Clients Ashley works with
Ashley reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, criminal defense, and family law matters in Maryville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Ashley E. Bentley's legal education and bar admissions
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
J.D. · 2008
Freed-Hardeman University
B.S. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Ashley's state bar admissions
Tennessee
2008 · ACTIVE
Ashley studied at J.D. in University of California, Hastings College of the Law and B.S. in Freed-Hardeman University.
Law school and academic background
Ashley completed J.D. in University of California, Hastings College of the Law and B.S. in Freed-Hardeman University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ashley runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ashley E. Bentley's office in Maryville
Ashley's primary office is at 217 E. Broadway Avenue, Maryville, TN, 37804. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Kizer & Black, Attorneys, PLLC
217 E. Broadway Avenue
Maryville, TN 37804
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How to hire Ashley E. Bentley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ashley usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ashley charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ashley'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; Ashley will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Maryville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Ashley
Ashley discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Ashley confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ashley's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ashley E. Bentley
How much does it cost to hire Ashley for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ashley walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ashley offer a free consultation?
Ashley charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ashley's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Ashley's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple adr 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. Ashley gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ashley take my case if I'm outside Maryville?
Ashley 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 — Ashley 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 Ashley?
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. Ashley will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ashley accepting new adr clients right now?
Ashley'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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