Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Clinton, TN
Established in 1994, The Cantrell Law Firm has built a reputation as a trusted legal partner in East Tennessee. Our firm combines local insight with national recognition, offering comprehensive legal solutions across personal injury, family law, estate planning, and complex litigation. With decades of collective experience, our attorneys are committed to delivering aggressive representation while prioritizing client needs and community service. We pride ourselves on transparency, integrity, and a track record of securing millions in recoveries for clients.Our team of seasoned attorneys, including members of prestigious legal forums, brings specialized expertise to every case. We serve individuals and families in Clinton, Oak Ridge, Knoxville, and surrounding areas, focusing on personalized advocacy and long-term client relationships. Our practice emphasizes both courtroom excellence and proactive legal strategies to protect clients' futures. Recognized for our ethical standards and dedication, we strive to be the go-to firm for East Tennessee's legal challenges.
Services
Personal Injury
Family Law
Estate Planning
Criminal Defense
Probate
Medical Malpractice
Wrongful Death
Bankruptcy
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have recovered tens of millions of dollars for clients in personal injury and wrongful death cases.
- Our attorneys combine decades of local legal experience with national recognition for excellence.
- We handle complex cases requiring accident reconstructionists, medical experts, and economic analysts.
- Our team includes specialists in high-conflict divorces and high-asset estate planning.
- We offer free initial consultations and operate on a contingency fee basis for injury cases.
Associations and certifications
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
What people say
Highly recommended
Compassionate legal experts
Stress reliever
Aggressive representation
Timely settlements
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients in auto accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. Our attorneys investigate incidents, collaborate with experts, and negotiate with insurers to secure fair compensation. With millions recovered for clients, we focus on medical bills, lost wages, and long-term care needs.
Family Law
Handling contested and uncontested divorces, child custody, and property division. Our team navigates Tennessee's legal requirements while prioritizing clients' financial and emotional well-being. We draft agreements and advocate in high-conflict or high-asset divorce cases.
Estate Planning
Creating wills, trusts, and probate strategies to protect assets. We advise on tax implications, guardianship, and business succession planning. Our attorneys resolve complex probate disputes and administer estates efficiently.
Bankruptcy
Guiding clients through Chapter 7 bankruptcy filings to eliminate debts. We explain credit implications, manage automatic stays against creditors, and simplify documentation. Services include free consultations and payment plans for filing fees.
Wrongful Death
Pursuing civil liability for fatalities caused by negligence. We build cases involving car accidents, medical errors, or workplace incidents. Our firm has secured millions in verdicts by proving liability and calculating long-term financial impacts on families.
People
Dail R. Cantrell
Founder
With 30+ years of experience, Dail Cantrell has secured tens of millions in verdicts. A Million Dollar Advocates Forum member, he specializes in personal injury, medical malpractice, and complex litigation across East Tennessee.
R. Emily Horton
Attorney
Emily Horton focuses on personal injury and civil litigation. She secures six-figure awards for clients while balancing trial preparation with community involvement in East Tennessee legal circles.
Amanda H. Sammons
Attorney
A former prosecutor, Amanda Sammons brings criminal defense expertise to family law and juvenile cases. Her courtroom experience spans two decades, advocating for clients in East Tennessee courts.
W. Lucas Arnold
Attorney
Specializing in estate planning and probate, Lucas Arnold resolves complex property disputes. He contributes to community programs while managing bankruptcy and business law cases in East Tennessee.
Randal E. Martin
Attorney
Randal Martin focuses on estate planning and domestic litigation. Returning to Knoxville after a decade of plaintiff advocacy, he combines legal expertise with community engagement in East Tennessee.
Questions
What areas of law does Cantrell Law Firm specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury, family law, estate planning, bankruptcy, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases across East Tennessee.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all practice areas, including legal advice on injury claims and bankruptcy options.
How does the firm handle out-of-town cases?
We serve Clinton, Oak Ridge, Knoxville, and surrounding East Tennessee counties, with attorneys familiar with local courts and traffic corridors.
What payment options are available?
Personal injury cases operate on contingency fees. Bankruptcy consultations include payment plans for filing fees when needed.
How experienced is the legal team?
Our attorneys have 20+ years of combined experience, including membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and handling 200+ trials.
