Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Shelbyville, TN
Wilson & Haynes Law is a Tennessee-based law firm with over 35 years of combined legal experience dedicated to providing aggressive and personalized representation. Our practice areas include personal injury, bankruptcy, criminal defense, DUI, family law, estate planning, and workers' compensation. We serve clients across Southern Middle Tennessee with offices in Shelbyville, Manchester, and other regional locations. Our attorneys, including C. Kelly Wilson, Garrett Haynes, and Austin Wilson, are members of prestigious legal associations and committed to protecting client rights through litigation and strategic legal solutions.We prioritize client communication, offering free initial consultations for family law matters and tailored financial solutions for bankruptcy cases. Our team combines deep local knowledge with a proven track record in both trial and appellate courts at state and federal levels.
Services
Personal Injury
Bankruptcy
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Family Law
Child Custody
Estate Planning
Workers Compensation
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of combined legal experience in Tennessee courts
- Three dedicated attorneys with specialized expertise in multiple practice areas
- Multiple office locations serving Southern Middle Tennessee communities
- Aggressive litigation approach with personalized client service
- Free initial consultation for family law matters
Services
Personal Injury
Wilson & Haynes Law represents clients in personal injury cases resulting from accidents, workplace injuries, and other incidents. Our attorneys investigate claims, negotiate with insurance companies, and litigate cases to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We handle cases involving car accidents, slip and falls, and other personal injury matters.
Criminal Defense
Our firm defends clients charged with criminal offenses in state and federal courts. We handle cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felony charges, including DUI, drug offenses, and violent crimes. The attorneys provide strategic defense, negotiate plea bargains when appropriate, and represent clients during trials and appeals to protect their rights and minimize consequences.
Family Law
Wilson & Haynes Law handles all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, alimony, and property division. We assist with mediation, court representation, and legal documentation for marital dissolution, child support modifications, and adoption cases. The firm offers compassionate guidance through emotionally challenging legal matters while advocating for clients' best interests.
Bankruptcy
We guide clients through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy options to eliminate or restructure debt. Our services include stopping creditor harassment, preventing foreclosures, and negotiating debt reductions. The firm helps clients understand eligibility requirements, complete necessary documentation, and navigate the bankruptcy process to achieve financial stability and fresh starts.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include creating wills, trusts, and advance directives to manage clients' assets and healthcare decisions. We help clients establish powers of attorney, name beneficiaries, and create comprehensive plans for property distribution. The firm provides efficient estate planning solutions to ensure clients' wishes are honored and their families protected.
People
C. Kelly Wilson
Attorney
Practicing law since 1988, Kelly Wilson specializes in personal injury, workers' compensation, family law, criminal defense, and bankruptcy. He graduated from Memphis State University School of Law and holds memberships in multiple legal associations including the Tennessee Bar Association and Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Garrett Haynes
Attorney
Garrett Haynes joined the firm in 2017 after graduating cum laude from The University of Memphis School of Law. He focuses on criminal defense, personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Garrett received awards for legal writing and oral advocacy during law school and maintains active memberships in state and national bar associations.
Austin Wilson
Attorney
Austin Wilson began practicing in 2024 after graduating from The Nashville School of Law. He represents clients in criminal defense, estate planning, personal injury, family law, and bankruptcy cases. Austin graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a history degree and maintains active membership in local and state bar associations.
Questions
What areas of law does Wilson & Haynes specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury, bankruptcy, criminal defense, DUI, family law, estate planning, and workers' compensation cases across Tennessee.
Do you offer free consultations for legal matters?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations specifically for family law matters to discuss your legal options and financial considerations.
How does your firm handle DUI cases in Tennessee?
Our experienced DUI attorneys defend clients against charges, address license suspension issues, and work to minimize penalties under Tennessee's strict DUI laws.
What bankruptcy options are available through your firm?
We handle Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies, helping clients eliminate debt, stop foreclosures, and restructure payments according to their financial situation.
Do you represent clients throughout Middle Tennessee?
Yes, we serve clients across Southern Middle Tennessee with offices in Shelbyville, Manchester, Lewisburg, Fayetteville, Tullahoma, McMinnville, and Winchester.
