Under the American form of government, the Constitution protects individual liberty in a number of ways.  In criminal cases, however, an experienced trial attorney is often the only thing standing between a defendant and jail time.  Lewis Thomason’s criminal defense attorneys have vast experience in all aspects of criminal law, from government investigations through indictment and trial.

We represent people and companies during federal and state agency investigations, prosecutor inquiries, and federal grand jury proceedings, all of which are critical phases in the defense against allegations of wrongdoing.  Although our primary goal is to prevent charges from being filed against a client, Lewis Thomason’s criminal defense lawyers, including former federal and state prosecutors, are known and recognized for their trial acumen and zealous pursuit of justice in both federal and state courts.  Some of Tennessee’s federal trial courts have appointed Lewis Thomason attorneys, based on experience and performance, to their Criminal Justice Act panels, groups of attorneys who try appointed federal cases.

Government Investigations

The attorneys in Lewis Thomason’s state-wide government investigations practice group have more than 50 years of combined experience having served in roles in both the prosecution and defense of alleged fraud and economic crimes.  Not only have our attorneys represented individuals suspected of criminal conduct, our attorneys have significant experience in the representation of businesses, officers and employees in State and Federal investigations in the areas of alleged fraud, violations of the Federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), tax evasion, and alleged violations of the consumer protection and environmental protection acts.

Our attorneys assist our clients at every stage of the investigation whether governmental inquiry is formal or informal, criminal or administrative, and the defense if any charges are brought and any in necessary appeals.

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