Probably a good lawyer if you can afford him

Sell you out

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I successfully defended myself when Chancey et al said it wasn't possible... A poor showing for these guys.

I was involved in a car accident where I hit another car in the rear with my car. The police, who did not witness it, said it was my fault and charged me with following too closely.

I reviewed the dashcam video later and saw that in the video, I was NOT at fault. I was following at a safe and reasonable distance when the car ahead of me changed lanes quickly, leaving me not enough time to fully avoid the person ahead of them. The person ahead of them was STOPPED at a green light for 10 seconds after it changed (Probably texting!).

After reviewing the video, I decided to fight the charges and fine. I called around and Chancey and Kanavos agreed to give me a consultation. I met with them at their office. They didn't introduce themselves to me, just asked to see the video. After watching it, they said I had no chance in court, and I would be better off just taking the charge and going on with life.

He said the law was the law, and that "Following too closely" means exactly what it was... If you hit someone, you are by the laws of physics FOLLOWING TOO CLOSELY. I thought this was ridiculous. I didn't want to argue because I don't want literalist simpletons defending me in court, so I left.

Last night, I went to court, showed my video to the city attorney, and he said I wasn't guilty. He talked to the judge and the judge agreed to throw the case out.

Afterward, the city attorney told me that people take Following Too Closely at face value, when in reality, the law has factors that are involved in applying it.

Since in the video I was traveling at a safe distance, at a safe speed, tried to avoid hitting the person, and the other person was clearly obstructing traffic illegally, I was not at fault and NOT following too closely.

It just takes some careful thought and analyzation of the evidence to prove your innocence. Moral of the story: always get a second opinion or defend yourself if no one else will, because if you know in your heart you are innocent and you have the evidence to prove it, it's worth fighting for.

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Great

My husband and I were very pleased with the services we received! Ver

Scott and Paula helped me a great deal. Very professional and courteous up front and tells you how it is. A great lift off the shoulders when you have great lawyers behind you.

Best lawyer service around!!

Recently had a theft case against me for nearly two and a half years. Mr. Kanavos and Mr. Wysong stuck with me through the entirety of my case, doing nothing but expressing their support for me and reassuring me that this individual case would be a long drawn out process due to me truly being innocent. There is not a single other law firm who I would recommend besides Chancey, Kanavos, Love, and Painter. Thank you all at this office for dedicating your time and services to me.

Very professional. They definitely had my best interest in mind. Ms. Henderson and the District Attorney in McMinn were very cooperative with each other. They helped me meet my obligations to my family as best the law would allow.

SK is the real deal, shoots you straight, sets a price & if lawfully possible, helps you out. Even if you are an idiot, which most likely will be pointed out to you free of charge

They were quick and fast very helpful.

Professional, Mr. Kanavos and all staff are very friendly. Kanavos and Windsong are AWESOME! God bless them and the entire staff.

Excellent lawyer. Scott Kanavos is the straight to the point kind of person and has been helpful and honest.

Great lawyer's hard working. They keep in touch with you and are easy to get ahold of

They will do their very best to fight your case. Worth the time in money

Scott and John are very impressive! Profesional and I am very pleased with their work. They won my DUI case and I’ve never been happier.
Thank you Scott! Your the best!

Very arrogant and sleazy

Scott kavanaugh is arrogant and his staff is incompetent! Wasted my time! And he's the reason they have lawyer jokes

Their the best lawyers in Tennessee

Kanavos was amazing. He spoke to me like a normal person not a lawyer and customer. Very helpful!

Great man and great company

Best Lawyers in the state

It is a law firm, made of a great group of people.

Great place!

I had a simple accident case over a year ago. All my medical treatment was done when I hired them. It took over a year to get a TINY settlement because the first girl was fired and no one in office picked up my case, I had to call and tell them I was a WAITING CLIENT. Then the next girl didn't know almost ever what was happening in the case. She kept asking me for medical bills and documents that I had already given them but she said weren't in the file. This happened several the times. Then the third girl said she was sick for weeks then off. Then she gave me a wrong settlement amount which in the end the lawyer absorbed her mistake. I never once spoke to the actual lawyer. Never once did they call me even when they said they would. I had to presue them constantly. The only think I can say positive about this firm is he did live up to not collecting more then me from my case. But I have to say that I do not feel this law office EARNED even one penny that they kept. I would never ever ever recommend this law firm.

Do not go anywhere else, Scott and John are both great lawyers and loving people, let them take care of you! They have been a blessing for my family and i. Thank you!

Scott Kanavos was absolutely great and handled my case with professionalism and care. He always answered my calls, he was prompt and thoroughly explained the details of my case. He treated me like a friend and not just a client, for which I am very appreciative of. I am 100% satisfied with my out come and decision to use Kanavos.

Run them through like volume cattle.. for the amount of money they are charging they could have given me more complete advice concerning my situation.

They take care of all your legal matters

I have known Scott and Franklin since Junior High. Very good attorneys

Great attorney does what he says will do!

Scott kanovas... Need i say more!

I hope I never need an attorney but if I did, this is who I'd want representing me.

The attorneys and staff did an excellent job for me in my personal injury case. The outcome was even better than I thought it could be. They kept me updated at all times and were quick to respond when I had concerns or questions.
I have known most of the attorneys in this practice for over 25 years. When I was severely injured in a motorcycle accident, at no fault of my own, I did not even consider calling anyone else...even though I live over 100 miles away.
Always a great choice with these folks!

Scott and Paula are great lawyers they stood by my side the whole way through my process.I would highly recommend them to anyone needed a lawyer.thank you both from mike lisky

They have Your Back

I have been trying to get a divorce with Painter as my lawyer for 2 YEARS!!! I’ve called, no answers or just voicemail. I’ve sent letters, nothing back. I’ve emailed. Nothing. I’ve tried EVERYTHING to contact him and I’m STILL not divorced. I’ve paid him $2000 and I’ve gotten NOTHING in return. I’m at a loss and DO NOT recommend this office.

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If you need a criminal attorney Scott Kanavos is the BEST! He has decades of experience & does his job well. I have read the bad review, if you want someone to treat you like a baby, go back to preschool. Each time Scott was in court he was appropriately dressed. I would rather my attorney be the BEST & talk to me at his office in gym shorts & shirt rather than to have a less than average attorney & talk to me at his office in suit & tie.

Excellent dedicated firm. Cares about their clients and full of compassion.

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They're the best. They take the time to answer all of your questions. Very thorough and professional.

Honest lawyers and they are smart, friendly and very good at there job's

Only there with a friend but friendly

Best defiance lawyers out there

Doesnt really matter if you like them or not they are excellent attorneys

Very unprofessional

Having a Pedophile Apologist on staff proves that you have no morality, let alone any respect for legality. Why would I want a lawyer like you guys?

Having one of your lawyers publicly saying a it is ok for a 15 year old girl to be taken by a 50 year old man is disgusting . Eaven if she was willing is is still not legal if this is the type of lawyers you have on staff I will make sure to let everyone I know in Tennessee to stay clear .

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Terrible experience! We arrived at our appt early and went to the receptionist desk to sign in or to let her know who were there to see. She was busy chatting with 2 women and it seemed not business related she never even looked at us or acknowledged our existence. After 3 to 5 minutes, my husband and I started feeling pretty awkward so we sat down. We waited for 25 minutes and finally a guy asked if we were there to see him...no idea who he was but he had gym shorts, t shirt and a towel around his neck. We said who our appt was with and the receptionist jumps up and says do you have your paperwork? We said no you never gave us any or even acknowledged we were here. Of course she got very defensive and said well I was busy with clients! We ended up leaving and going home. We called and left a message with Mr chancey about our experience and would like to do our consultation on the phone please if he would please call us back....guess what? No call so we will be taking what could be a large medical malpractice suit somewhere else.

Scott is the BEST!

Scott Kanavos is the best lawyer