The Memphis, Tennessee Criminal Defense Lawyers of
McAfee & McAfee Professional Biographies The Tennessee defense lawyers of McAfee & McAfee understand that certain criminal charges carry severe consequences for individuals and their families. Whether the criminal charges filed are minor, major or catastrophic, each case receives McAfee & McAfee's undivided attention and service. The attorneys of McAfee & McAfee are committed to providing criminal defense clients with aggressive and dedicated legal representation, while simultaneously treating clients with genuine courtesy and respect. Please call the criminal defense law firm of McAfee & McAfee, today, to set up your initial consultation at (866) 469-0790, or complete the contact form provided on this site to schedule your consultation with a skilled Memphis, Tennessee criminal defense lawyer.  FIRM ADDRESS:
McAfee & McAfee
246 Adams Avenue
Memphis, Tennessee 38103
Phone: (866) 469-0790
Hours: M-F, 8:00AM-5:00PM
*Spanish interpreters available MARTY MCAFEE, ATTORNEY A Tennessee native, Marty McAfee is certified as a Criminal Trial Specialist by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization and certified as a Criminal Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. An Eagle Scout at the age of 16, Mr. McAfee received his B.A. from Rhodes College in 1992 and his law degree from the University of Memphis in 1996. While in school, he won several academic awards demonstrating academic excellence in trial advocacy and in negotiation skills. He competed nationally as a member of the University of Memphis Law School National Mock Trial Team. His distinguished legal career began when he was admitted to the Tennessee Bar in 1996. He was later admitted to appear before the United States District Court of the Western District of Tennessee, the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States of America Mr. McAfee is a criminal defense lawyer recognized by his peers for his tireless work in legal organizations. From 2000 to 2004, he has been a Board Member of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Mr. McAfee combines his hard driving work ethic with ten years’ experience in the felony courts of Tennessee. Bar Admitted: Tennessee, 1996 Education:
B.A., Rhodes College
J.D., University of Memphis Practice Areas: Felony and misdemeanor matters in Municipal, State and/or Federal Court, DUI, Domestic Violence, Assault and Battery, Drug Offenses, Armed Robbery, Burglary, Rape and other sexual-related offenses, Murder and Attempted Murder. CHESNEY MCAFEE, ATTORNEY Chesney McAfee, born in Missouri, is a Tennessee criminal defense lawyer. She received her B.A. from Rhodes College in 1992 and her law degree from the University of Memphis in 1996. While in law school, Mrs. McAfee was a member of the University of Memphis Law Review. She has been licensed to practice law in Tennessee since 1996. Attorney McAfee is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association and the American Bar Association. She was also a member of American Inns of Court from 1998-2000. Mrs. McAfee is also a member of the Board of Directors, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) of Memphis, Tennessee. Criminal defense Attorney Chesney McAfee held previous positions which were instrumental in establishing her career. She worked as a Law Clerk to the Honorable Joe B. Jones of the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals. From 1996-1998 she was an Assistant District Attorney General. Attorney Chesney McAfee is also a published author. Her article, "The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals Accepts 'Diminished Capacity' Evidence to Negate Men's REA," was published in the University of Memphis Law Review. Bar Admitted: Tennessee, 1996 Education:
B.A., Rhodes College
J.D., University of Memphis Practice Areas: Criminal Defense VICKI CARRIKER, ATTORNEY Vicki Carriker is an Associate at McAfee & McAfee. She graduated from the University of Tennessee and received her law degree from the University of Memphis Law School in 2003. While in law school, she was a member of the University of Memphis Moot Court Board, National Mock Trial Team and the Bankruptcy Moot Court Team. Mrs. Carriker also received the award for Best Oral Advocate, an honorable award for a beginning trial attorney. She is a licensed to practice law in Tennessee and is a member of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Bar Admitted: Tennessee, 1996 Education:
B.A., University of Tennessee
J.D., University of Memphis Practice Areas: Criminal Defense; Divorce; Child Custody Why Hire A Criminal Defense Lawyer? Any person who is facing a criminal charge, no matter how minor, will benefit from consulting a qualified criminal defense lawyer. Unlike civil court cases, where money or property may be at stake, a person suspected of committing a criminal act is in jeopardy of losing their fundamental freedom. Act quickly to protect your rights by contacting an experienced criminal defense attorney. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can identify important pretrial issues and file appropriate motions which might significantly improve a defendant's case. Unlike civil law, which involves private law suits between two or more private entities, criminal law involves defendants who are being prosecuted by the state or federal government. The criminal defense attorneys of McAfee & McAfee represent individuals who are being prosecuted by the State of Tennessee for an act that has been classified as a crime. Crimes are generally classified as: - Misdemeanors- less serious offenses that are normally punishable by a fine like some traffic violations, petty theft cases or possession of a small amount of marijuana, or
- Felonies- more serious offenses that warrant imprisonment of one or more years, such as rape, grand theft, assault with a deadly weapon or homicide/murder.
Another important distinction between civil law and criminal law is the standard of proof that is required by the law. In order to prevail in a civil case, the plaintiff must demonstrate by 51% that the defendant is responsible for the plaintiff's injuries. In criminal law, the prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the person charged with the crime actually committed the crime. This standard is much higher than the civil standard, and requires the skilled legal representation of a qualified criminal defense attorney to fight for a defendant's rights. If you or someone you know in Memphis, Tennessee, or within the surrounding cities and counties of Tennessee, needs the legal counsel or assistance of an experienced criminal defense lawyer, please contact the attorneys of McAfee & McAfee today at (866) 469-0790, or complete the contact form provided on this site to begin your consultation with a skillful Memphis criminal defense trial attorney.
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