Legal Aid of East Tennessee

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About Legal Aid of East Tennessee

From the firm’s website

Attorneys

• Mary Frances DeVoe — Director of the Pro Bono Project
• Emily O'Donnell — The Chattanooga Eviction Prevention Initiative Managing Attorney
• Michael Davis, Esq. — The Knox County Eviction Prevention Program Managing Attorney
• Charlie McDaniel, Esq., SHRM-CP — Director of Human Resources
• Holly Fuller, Esq. — Director of Operations
• Deborah (Deban) Yeomans-Barton, Esq. — Deputy Director
• Debra House, Esq. — Executive Director
• Russell Fowler, Esq. — Director of Litigation and Chattanooga Managing Attorney
• Cathy Allshouse, Esq. — Cleveland Managing Attorney
• Jeffrey Armstrong, Esq. — Morristown Managing Attorney
• Robert Downs, Esq. — Knoxville Managing Attorney
• Amanda Simpson, Esq. — Johnson City Managing Attorney

Services listed

Eviction & Tenant Rights, Family Law & Protection, Healthy & Happy Families, Elder Law & Safety, Financial & Identity Services, Community Legal Education, consumer, public benefits, Services to Survivors of Abuse, Help Getting Orders of Protection, Mental Health Legal Support

Languages

English

Founded

1965

Consultations

Free initial consultation

Fees

LAET does not charge the client for services.

Offices

• 607 W Summit Hill Dr. SW Knoxville, TN 37902
• 4450 Walker Blvd., Suite C Knoxville, TN 37917
• 100 W Martin Luther King Blvd., Ste 402 Chattanooga, TN 37402
• 270 N Ocoee St. Cleveland, TN 37311
• 307 Ellis Ave. Maryville, TN 37804

Awards & recognition

• Volunteer of the Year by the Chattanooga Bar Association in 2023

Source: laet.org · checked October 9, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday

8:30 am–5 pm

Tuesday

8:30 am–5 pm

Wednesday

8:30 am–5 pm

Thursday

8:30 am–5 pm

Friday

8:30 am–5 pm

Saturday

8:30 am–5 pm

Sunday

8:30 am–5 pm

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Details & Amenities

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• lindsey mayo· via Google

  I've never used nor been represented by Legal Aid of East TN, but my wife has while we were going through a difficult separation. Even though they were on the side on my wife I can attest they really did have her best interest in mind. Her attorney, John Jolley, was more than fair and understands the importance of family. He was honest with my attorney and represented my wife well, regardless of my disparagement. Our situation is unique to all others, but fairness and honesty are all anyone could ask for.

  a year ago
• Ana P· via Google

  They don't want to help a resident of Chattanooga with just looking over a legal document. Found them to be polite but UN- empathetic. I'll pray for them 😢 It's okay. God will be my Great Counselor! GOD BLESS LAET! I don't even belong to any special group but God will provide for little people like me. I try to do what I can for the community and needy. UNITED WE STAND DIVIDED WE FALL BUT SOME DONT UNDERSTAND THAT 🤍

  a year ago
• Sustainable Optimism· via Google

  Counselor Weaver was of the best help and understanding. He's what I would consider to be known not only as a gentleman, but a Scholar as well

  7 months ago
• ME Barnes· via Google

  I've been trying to speak to someone for two days on the phone to make appointment just can leave voicemail no answer./

  5 months ago
• Angela Oliva· via Google

  James Greene was my divorce attorney. He was extremely knowledgeable and helped me through each step with patience and kindness. He truly had a concern for the best interest of my children. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal counsel concerning divorce.

  8 months ago
• Cricket Stevens· via Google

  Mr. Aaron Daniel with Legal Aid of East Tennessee was a true blessing during one of the most stressful times our family has ever faced. My father is in a wheelchair and was being pushed toward eviction over online portal issues and a small balance. We were terrified at the thought of him losing his home. Mr. Daniel went above and beyond from the very beginning. He showed up to court on my father's behalf so he didn't have to endure the physical hardship of attending, communicated with us every step of the way, and made sure we understood our options. Then, unexpectedly, he took it a step further by helping secure a flex loan to quickly resolve the back rent and smooth things over with the landlord. Because of his compassion, dedication, and swift action, my father kept his apartment and our fear of homelessness was replaced with overwhelming relief. Although his services were free due to my father being on disability, he treated our case with urgency and genuine care. We will never forget what he did for our family. His work truly makes a difference in this community. Highly recommend.

  7 months ago
• Skud Missal· via Google

  This place is useless. You go in and there is nobody at the desk. The doorbell thing apparently doesn't work because nobody came out. Had to holler "hello" to get someone to come out. They send you on your way to wait for a call just to find out that they only accept very specific types of cases. Worthless

  2 months ago
• Tasha· via Google

  Organization is misleading. They charged $20 to give you the name of 3 attorney offices. I called all three, none accepting clients. One asked if legal aid wasn't able to assist, which I was confused too as I contacted legal aid specifically because I can't afford a lawyer and Legal Aid presents as if they themselves help, not like they're a referral agency that charges $20 to give you phone numbers. It's very disappointing. And now when I call, you get voicemail. The first time I call they were quick to answer and take your money, but subsequent calls are shuffled to voicemail, with your number being in the system. Don't give these people money, they're not "here to help." At least not you, they are here to help themselves to your money. Shameful. Legal action needs to be taken on legal aid at this point because this level of misrepresentation should be illegal.

  2 months ago