Wanda Sobieski, Family Law Attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee
Over 44 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AttorneyatSobieski, Messer & Elledge
Knoxville, TN
Practicing family law in Knoxville since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Wanda Sobieski is an attorney based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Family Law. Wanda has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sobieski, Messer & Elledge. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Knoxville, TN
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Knoxville, TN.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Wanda Sobieski: Wanda Sobieski is an attorney based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Family Law. Wanda has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sobieski, Messer & Elledge. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Wanda takes on
Wanda concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Wanda handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Wanda takes family law 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 Wanda agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Wanda Sobieski — family law lawyer in Knoxville
Wanda Sobieski is an attorney based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Family Law. Wanda has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sobieski, Messer & Elledge. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Phi Delta Phi. Chair, Moot Court Board, 1981-1982; National Moot Court Champion, 1981. Advisor and Mock Trial Judge, National Moot Court. Runner-Up: Best Oralist, National Finals, 1981; Best Brief Award and National Finalist, 1981. Adjunct Professor, University of Tennessee College of Law. Instructor, National Institute of Trial Advocacy. Chair, Federal Question Committee, Delay and Expense Reduction Advisory Group, Eastern District of Tennessee. Board Member, National Conference of Women's Bar Associations, 1990-1993. Chair, Knox County Foster Care Review Board, 2004-2005. Recipient: Best Oralist, Regional Competition, 1980, 1981; National Women's History Project Awards; Ann Selwyn Award; Tennessee Alliance for Progress, 2007; Long Haul Award; ETLAW Spirit of Justice Award, 2008. Member: Tennessee Commemorative Woman Suffrage Commission; Delay and Expense Reduction Advisory Group for the Eastern District of Tennessee; American Association of University Women; League of Women Voters; East Tennessee Historical Society; Appalachian Zoological Society; National Wildlife Federation. President, Club Town Hall East Neighborhood Association. Contributor, The Tennessee Appellate Practice Handbook. Advisor Committee, International Conference on War and Peace. Formerly with Baker, Worthington, Crossley, Stansberry & Woolf, 1982-1993. Rule 31 Listed Family Mediator.
Wanda's approach to family law cases
Phi Delta Phi. Chair, Moot Court Board, 1981-1982; National Moot Court Champion, 1981. Advisor and Mock Trial Judge, National Moot Court. Runner-Up: Best Oralist, National Finals, 1981; Best Brief Award and National Finalist, 1981. Adjunct Professor, University of Tennessee College of Law. Instructor, National Institute of Trial Advocacy. Chair, Federal Question Committee, Delay and Expense…
The kind of cases Wanda takes
Wanda reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Knoxville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Tennessee
J.D. · 1982
Dartmouth College University of Tennessee
M.A. · 1974
Jurisdictions
Wanda's state bar admissions
Tennessee District o
1982 · ACTIVE
Wanda studied at J.D. in University of Tennessee and M.A. in Dartmouth College University of Tennessee.
Law school and academic background
Wanda completed J.D. in University of Tennessee and M.A. in Dartmouth College University of Tennessee. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Wanda runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Wanda has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Wanda's professional memberships and bar associations
Tennessee Bar Foundation
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Locations
Wanda Sobieski's office in Knoxville
Wanda's primary office is at Truist Building, 900 S. Gay Street, Suite 600, Knoxville, TN, 37902-1603. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Sobieski, Messer & Elledge
Truist Building, 900 S. Gay Street, Suite 600
Knoxville, TN 37902-1603
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Client reviews of Wanda Sobieski — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Wanda. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing family law attorneys in Knoxville.
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How to hire Wanda Sobieski — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Wanda usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Wanda charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wanda'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; Wanda will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law 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 Wanda
Wanda discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law 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. Wanda confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Wanda's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Wanda Sobieski
How much does it cost to hire Wanda for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Wanda walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Wanda offer a free consultation?
Wanda charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wanda's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Wanda's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple family law 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. Wanda gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Wanda take my case if I'm outside Knoxville?
Wanda 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 — Wanda 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 Wanda?
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. Wanda will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Wanda accepting new family law clients right now?
Wanda's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving Knoxville, Nashville and Memphis in Tennessee
Wanda handles family law matters throughout Tennessee. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified family law attorneys in that community.
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