Atty. Wade V. Davies

Atty. Wade V. Davies

Wade Davies has tried complex cases for over thirty years. In August 2025, he was sworn in as President of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

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Profile Summary

About Wade V. Davies at a glance

Wade V. Davies is a criminal defense and white collar attorney based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at The Davies Law Firm PLLC. Admitted to practice in Tennessee, United States. Educated at The University of Tennessee (J.D., 1993) and Pomona College (BA, 1989). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Knoxville) (2026), Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Knoxville) (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026). Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Wade Davies has tried complex cases for over thirty years
  • In August 2025, he was sworn in as President of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • He has served on the Board of Professional Responsibility of the Supreme Court of Tennessee and now represents attorneys in matters before the Board
  • Mr. Davies has concentrated on state and federal investigations and criminal trials throughout his career
  • Mr. Davies graduated first in his class from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 1993
  • In 2016, Mr. Davies was inducted as a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers and currently serves on the Tennessee State Committee
  • He has served as the President of the Knoxville Bar Association
  • Mr. Davies is the criminal law columnist for the Tennessee Bar Journal and has published over forty columns in the Journal

Practice Areas Explained

Wade V. Davies's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wade V. Davies handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Wade V. Davies

Where is Wade V. Davies's law office located?
Wade V. Davies's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is The Davies Law Firm PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wade V. Davies handle?
Wade V. Davies focuses on criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
Where did Wade V. Davies go to law school?
Wade V. Davies earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (BA, 1989).
How can I contact Wade V. Davies for a consultation?
You can contact Wade V. Davies directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Wade V. Davies received?
Wade V. Davies's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Knoxville); Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Knoxville); Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Knoxville).

Education

J.D.
The University of Tennessee
- 1993
BA
Pomona College
- 1989

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Knoxville)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Knoxville)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Knoxville)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Knoxville)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Knoxville)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Knoxville)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Knoxville)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Knoxville)
- 2015
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Knoxville)
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Tennessee, United States

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