Lance Whitman Pope, Criminal Defense Attorney in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense and Litigation
PartneratPatrick, Beard, Schulman & Jacoway, P.C.
Chattanooga, TN
Practicing criminal defense in Chattanooga since 2006.
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Lance Whitman Pope is a partner based in Chattanooga, TN. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Litigation. Lance has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Patrick, Beard, Schulman & Jacoway, P.C..
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- Chattanooga, TN
- Experience
- over 20 years
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- Criminal Defense · Litigation
- Handles Criminal Defense and Litigation matters from Chattanooga, TN.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lance Whitman Pope: Lance Whitman Pope is a partner based in Chattanooga, TN. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Litigation. Lance has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Patrick, Beard, Schulman & Jacoway, P.C..
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lance Whitman Pope
Lance concentrates on criminal defense and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lance handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense cases in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Lance takes criminal defense matters in Chattanooga, 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 Lance agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Lance takes litigation matters in Chattanooga, 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 Lance agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lance Whitman Pope — Over 20 years of Tennessee criminal defense experience
Lance Whitman Pope is a partner based in Chattanooga, TN. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Litigation. Lance has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Patrick, Beard, Schulman & Jacoway, P.C..
Lance joined the firm after more than ten years as a prosecutor at the Hamilton County District Attorney's Office where he most recently held the position of Executive Assistant District Attorney. While at the District Attorney's Office, Lance handled numerous high profile criminal trials and directed complicated law enforcement investigations. He worked directly with all major state and federal law enforcement agencies, including the Chattanooga Police Department, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee Bureau of Investigations, Drug Enforcement Administration, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Lance focuses his practice at the firm on both civil and criminal litigation. Lance also has experience as the head financial officer for a technologies firm and uses that experience to assist the firm's business clients with contract disputes and resolutions.
How Lance handles criminal defense matters
Lance joined the firm after more than ten years as a prosecutor at the Hamilton County District Attorney's Office where he most recently held the position of Executive Assistant District Attorney. While at the District Attorney's Office, Lance handled numerous high profile criminal trials and directed complicated law enforcement investigations. He worked directly with all major state and federal…
The kind of cases Lance takes
Lance reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense and litigation matters in Chattanooga and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Lance Whitman Pope's legal education and bar admissions
University of Memphis
J.D. · 2005
University of Memphis
B.S. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Lance's state bar admissions
Tennessee
2006 · ACTIVE
Lance studied at J.D. in University of Memphis and B.S. in University of Memphis.
Law school and academic background
Lance completed J.D. in University of Memphis and B.S. in University of Memphis. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lance runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Lance's professional memberships and bar associations
Chattanooga Bar Assocation Tennessee Bar Association Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference
Education Committee, 2014-2018) Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference (Trial Advocacy Committee, 2014-2018 · membership
Locations
Lance Whitman Pope's office in Chattanooga
Lance's primary office is at Market Court, 537 Market Street, Suite 300, Chattanooga, TN, 37402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Patrick, Beard, Schulman & Jacoway, P.C.
Market Court, 537 Market Street, Suite 300
Chattanooga, TN 37402
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How to hire Lance Whitman Pope — 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 Lance usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lance charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lance'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; Lance will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Chattanooga, 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 Lance
Lance 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. Lance confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lance'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 Lance Whitman Pope
How much does it cost to hire Lance for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lance walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lance offer a free consultation?
Lance charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lance's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Lance'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. Lance gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lance take my case if I'm outside Chattanooga?
Lance 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 — Lance 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 Lance?
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. Lance will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lance accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Lance's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Criminal Defense attorneys serving Chattanooga, Nashville and Memphis in Tennessee
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