Atty. James Young Reed

Atty. James Young Reed

James Young Reed is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, general civil practice, criminal defense in state and federal courts and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Knoxville Knoxville 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About James Young Reed at a glance

James Young Reed is a Member based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at James Y. "Bo" Reed. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, juvenile, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1982). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1981) and University of Tennessee (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Knoxville and Tennessee Bar Associations Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Young Reed is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, general civil practice, criminal defense in state and federal courts and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at James Y. "Bo" Reed in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James Young Reed's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Young Reed handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Young Reed is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Young Reed is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Young Reed is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →

Juvenile Law

James Young Reed is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Young Reed is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Knoxville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Young Reed

Where is James Young Reed's law office located?
James Young Reed's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is James Y. "Bo" Reed. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Young Reed handle?
James Young Reed focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, juvenile, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James Young Reed practiced law?
James Young Reed has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Young Reed go to law school?
James Young Reed earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact James Young Reed for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Young Reed received?
James Young Reed's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1981
B.S.
University of Tennessee
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1982

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