Lawyer Referral & Information Service
of the Knoxville Bar Association
 (865) 522-7501

 

Don’t wait!
Have you been putting off getting help with a legal problem? If you need an attorney or think you have a legal problem, the Knoxville Bar Association Lawyer Referral and Information Service is here to help. 
 

FREE CONSULTATION WITH A LAWYER!
The
KBA Lawyer Referral & Information Service abides by the guidelines set by the Tennessee Supreme Court and the Board of Professional Responsibility (TSC. Rule 44).

Request a lawyer referral now, click here.

Working in most areas of the law, our staff will obtain specific information from you regarding your case and will then refer you to an attorney experienced and suited to your needs or an appropriate community service agency to assist you.

Be smart...find a lawyer from a source you can trust:

Credibility
We are one of the nation's oldest lawyer referral services founded in 1958 by the Knoxville Bar Association.
Dedication
As a private, non-profit service, we are dedicated to providing the public with access to justice and the legal system.
Competence
Working with 23 legal fields and over 60 areas of law, our trained staff will connect you with an experienced lawyer best suited to your needs.
Dependability
We strictly adhere to the guidelines of the Tennessee Supreme Court for lawyer referral programs.  
High Standards
All participating attorneys meet rigorous qualification requirements.


Find a lawyer you can work with and depend on:

Expertise
Our attorneys have the know-how and savvy to advise and direct you through the legal maze of everyday life.
Experience
Our attorneys average 10 - 15 years in practice.
Security
All participating attorneys carry malpractice insurance in accordance with the LRIS Policies and Procedures.
Leadership
We are proud of our attorneys' community involvement, speaking credentials, and published works. Many participating attorneys are recognized authorities in their areas of practice.


If you are not interested in receiving a referral to a Knoxville attorney,
please review this list for another bar sponsored referral service.


KBA Lawyer Referral & Information Service
     865-522-7501
or
Request a lawyer referral now, click here


The Knoxville Bar Association Lawyer Referral & Information Service is open Monday - Thursday from 9:00 am - 12:00 noon and 1:00 - 4:00 pm. On Friday, the Service closes at 3:00 p.m.

How does the Lawyer Referral & Information Service work?

The staff of LRIS will arrange a FREE thirty minute in-office consultation for you with an attorney who practices in the area of law in which you need assistance. The date and time of the appointment will be scheduled during your initial call to the Service. You should take any pertinent documents regarding your case to the consultation with you.

Our second option offers you a FREE telephone consultation. This option is designed for our  out-of-state caller, or for those who may have brief questions regarding their legal situation. You will be provided the name and phone number of an attorney who deals in your specific area of law. It will become your responsibility to contact the attorney directly. This  option provides you with a brief phone consultation. Please be prepared with a list of questions you may have. 


Your initial consultation with an attorney through the Lawyer Referral & Information Service will help you determine whether you need to hire a lawyer, the approximate cost for the services of the lawyer, and an estimate of approximately how long it will take to resolve your legal matter. Please use your consultation wisely and prepare all of your questions in advance to make sure that you cover all of your concerns. Once you have had your initial thirty minute consultation, should you decide to retain the attorney, you will be expected to pay the attorney his or her normal and customary fees.

Please be aware that our Service does not have attorneys on staff to answer legal questions, nor can our office provide lists of attorneys names. If you would like to schedule an appointment with an attorney, need information about a Lawyer Referral Service in another area or require information about a specific Knoxville social service or government agency, please complete the form at the bottom of this page.

Our Service meets the standards for lawyer referral & information services set by the Tennessee Supreme Court. Working in most areas of the law, our staff will obtain specific information from you regarding your case and will then refer you to an attorney experienced and suited to your needs. Our Service does not offer attorney services based upon income, but may be able to assist you in finding another resource available in our community.


The Lawyer Referral and Information Service is designed to serve anyone who can afford the services of a lawyer. Persons who have a legal problem and cannot afford a lawyer should  contact the Legal Aid office in their community.  For more local legal resources, please click here   


Information Request Form

If you do not require an attorney, but only seek basic legal information, please refer to LawLine Online.  Our Lawyer Referral staff will typically respond to your request within 24 hours of our normal operating hours.

A referral will be processed by our LRIS staff and the information completed in this form will be forwarded to the attorney.  If you have questions or would prefer to speak with LRIS staff, please contact the service at 865-522-7501.

If you have already retained legal counsel we cannot make a referral from this service.

First Name
Last Name
Street Address
City
State
Zip Code
E-mail
Phone  
Opposing Attorney if known  
Location of Legal Problem  
Have you already retained an attorney?  
Type of Case  

              

If you are not interested in receiving a referral to a Knoxville attorney, please refer to the American Bar Association website.