Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC

Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC is a diversified general practice firm based in Knoxville, Tennessee, serving the region since 1931. The firm's twenty+ attorneys handle family law, personal injury, healthcare law, and estate planning with personalized strategies tailored to each client's needs. Most attorneys hold AV Preeminent ratings, and the firm has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report's Best Lawyers.

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Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC is a diversified general practice firm based in Knoxville, Tennessee, with a storied history dating back to 1931. Over more than nine decades, the firm has resolved tens of thousands of cases for clients across multiple practice areas, earning a reputation for personalized service, strategic advocacy, and proven results.

The firm operates with a client-first philosophy centered on understanding the unique circumstances of each matter. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, Hodges, Doughty & Carson tailors its legal strategies to the specific needs and goals of the individuals, families, and businesses it represents. This commitment to personalized attention is supported by the firm's collaborative culture, which enables attorneys from different practice disciplines to contribute their specialized knowledge to complex cases.

With more than twenty attorneys on staff, Hodges, Doughty & Carson brings substantial depth and breadth of resources to its clients. Most of the firm's lawyers hold an AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, recognizing the highest ethical standards and legal ability as determined by confidential evaluations among peers in the legal profession. Several attorneys have been recognized on the Super Lawyers list, and the firm has ranked among U.S. News & World Report's Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" for multiple years. In 2016, Legal Aid of East Tennessee recognized Hodges, Doughty & Carson as Law Firm of the Year.

The firm's practice areas encompass family law, including divorce, custody, child support, and alimony matters; personal injury claims arising from accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, workers' compensation, and wrongful death; healthcare law and medical malpractice litigation; and estate and probate administration, including will contests, conservatorships, and guardianships. The firm also provides estate planning services such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives.

Hodges, Doughty & Carson serves clients throughout Knoxville and the surrounding areas of Tennessee. The firm's approach emphasizes meticulous preparation, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment to advancing its clients' interests. By investing time in understanding each client's situation, the firm positions itself to deliver both high-quality representation and exceptional value.

Overview compiled from the firm's website