George Earl Patton, Criminal Defense Attorney in Crossville, Tennessee
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Divorce, and DUI/DWI
Crossville, TN
Practicing criminal defense in Crossville since 2000.
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George Earl Patton is an attorney based in Crossville, TN. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Divorce, and DUI/DWI. George has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at PATTON & HYDER, PLLC.
- Based in
- Crossville, TN
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Divorce · DUI/DWI
- Handles Criminal Defense, Divorce, and DUI/DWI matters from Crossville, TN.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About George Earl Patton: George Earl Patton is an attorney based in Crossville, TN. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Divorce, and DUI/DWI. George has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at PATTON & HYDER, PLLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters George takes on
George concentrates on criminal defense, divorce, dui/dwi, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case George handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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DUI/DWI
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Personal Injury
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Criminal Defense cases in Crossville, Tennessee
George takes criminal defense matters in Crossville, 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 George agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in Crossville, Tennessee
George takes divorce matters in Crossville, 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 George agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Crossville, Tennessee
George takes dui/dwi matters in Crossville, 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 George agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Crossville, Tennessee
George takes personal injury matters in Crossville, 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 George agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet George Earl Patton — criminal defense lawyer in Crossville
George Earl Patton is an attorney based in Crossville, TN. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Divorce, and DUI/DWI. George has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at PATTON & HYDER, PLLC.
When new clients arrive at my office, they are sometimes hopeless. They have heard horror stories about the legal system. Part of my job is restoring hope and convincing clients that the system is not going to eat them alive. I am fond of telling clients when they first walk into my office that I'm sorry they are here. I understand that most people would prefer to lead lawyer-free lives. My middle name is Earl and that is what my friends call me and that is what I want my clients to call me. If you want to hire me and I think enough of you and your case to accept the representation, I will be your highly educated friend, wise confidant and fierce advocate who will fight for your full recovery or vindication. My practice consists mostly of the following types of cases: Personal Injuries, Divorce, Child Custody, and Criminal Defense. PERSONAL INJURY: As a first year law student, I went to work for a law firm preparing personal injury cases for trial. During my last year of law school, I accepted employment with State Auto Insurance as a Claims Adjuster...in many ways, the exact opposite role! I did this because I wanted to know how both sides of a personal injury case worked and thought. Since then, I have dedicated a substantial portion of my career to keeping abreast of personal injury law and trial strategies for people who have been hurt in car, truck and motorcycle accidents. I'm sorry you've been hurt and I will do everything I can to make it right. I love fighting for clients I believe in. DIVORCE AND CHILD CUSTODY: I am a 49 year old father of four kids...11, 13,18 and 21. I am divorced from the mother of my oldest two kids. I am not particularly proud of that, but I am not ashamed of it either. I understand that marriage is unbelievably difficult in even the best of circumstances. My oldest kids were about 2 and 5 when the divorce occurred. By that time in my career, I had successfully tried a number of divorces, but in retrospect, going through my own probably taught me the most about this area of the law. I empathize with my clients because I know what's at stake. I am now happily married to the mother of my youngest two and am proof that rainbows sometimes do follow rain. Chances are that no matter how unique your own circumstance is, if I have not seen it before in a case I have tried, I have lived through it personally. I have the knowledge and experience that can help you through it too. CRIMINAL DEFENSE: What can I say? I went to college! I have always cheered for the little guy...the underdog. Make no mistake about it... in a criminal prosecution, the Defendant is the underdog. The government has a full staff of lawyers who sometimes believe the police can do no wrong and that the word "defendant" is equivalent to the word "criminal". Every criminal defendant needs a champion with the heart of a teacher...to teach the government the difference. DUI convictions have devastating consequences and you cannot afford NOT to have an experienced lawyer in your corner when facing such charges. I can, and will, help.
How George handles criminal defense matters
When new clients arrive at my office, they are sometimes hopeless. They have heard horror stories about the legal system. Part of my job is restoring hope and convincing clients that the system is not going to eat them alive. I am fond of telling clients when they first walk into my office that I'm sorry they are here. I understand that most people would prefer to lead lawyer-free lives. My…
The kind of cases George takes
George reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, divorce, and dui/dwi matters in Crossville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Nashville School of Law
JD · 2000
Jurisdictions
George's state bar admissions
Tennessee
2000 · ACTIVE
George studied at JD in Nashville School of Law.
Law school and academic background
George completed JD in Nashville School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice George runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
George Earl Patton's office in Crossville
George's primary office is at 645 S Main St Ste 104, Crossville, TN, 38555. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire George Earl Patton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with George usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
George charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain George'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; George will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Crossville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 George
George discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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. George confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
George's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about George Earl Patton
How much does it cost to hire George for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. George walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does George offer a free consultation?
George charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain George's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check George's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. George gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can George take my case if I'm outside Crossville?
George 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 — George 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 George?
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. George will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is George accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
George'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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