Advocating for East Tennessee since 1988
Located in historic downtown Athens, Tennessee, with a satellite office in Decatur, Tennessee, Willhite & Mitchell, PLLC (formerly Carter, Harrod & Willhite, PLLC) represents a diverse array of clients on a wide range of civil and criminal matters. For over 30 years, our firm has serviced the east Tennessee area. We look forward to helping you resolve your legal matters.
Our attorneys have the knowledge, patience, and experience you need in resolving legal matters in a proper and efficient matter. With a combined 30+ years of professional legal experience, our attorneys strive to provide clients with optimal representation from the beginning of a legal matter all the way to its conclusion.
Get in touch with us to set up a consultation, or use the contact form at the bottom of this page to enquire whether our services are right for you. We look forward to helping you in any way we can.
The Services We Offer
Estate Planning and Probate
The loss of a family member, friend, or loved one can be a painful experience. Unfortunately for many people, this loss can become even more stressful as they must work to handle the affairs of a loved one’s estate. Our experienced attorneys are ready to help you and guide you through the process of handling your loved one’s estate or making plans for your own estate.
Business Formation and Litigation
Whether you’re an entrepreneur just starting out, or you are in charge of an established and complex business entity, it is important to understand how to navigate your business within the confines of the law. Our attorneys have the experience your business needs to protect you from unnecessary liabilities and headaches in the day-to-day operations of your business. Regardless of your business needs, our attorneys are here to help.
Landlord/Tenant
Since COVID-19, Landlords and Tenants have been hit with a heavy wave of government regulations that have complicated business as usual. Regardless of which side you fall on the Landlord/Tenant divide, there is little doubt regarding the importance of obtaining legal services to protect yourself in this relationship. From informing you of your rights, to reviewing leases, to obtaining or challenging an eviction, our experienced attorneys have the knowledge to guide you through the good and the bad of renting.
Personal Injury
When you or a loved one are involved in an accident of any kind, you may be faced with exceptionally high medical bills, insurance claims, and additional expenses as you attempt to adjust to a new normal. If you were injured as a result of another person’s negligence, it is crucial to contact an experienced personal injury attorney who can guide you through this process so that you may recover any financial losses you’ve incurred. If you have been involved in an injury or accident of any kind, call and schedule a meeting with us. We will be happy to help.
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Our Philosophy
A Small Firm Making A Big Impact
Whatever our clients need, we always work to ensure they are satisfied with our professional and zealous representation. Our status as a small firm allows us to get to know our clients personally and individually, which is key to understanding how to provide them with representation specifically tailored to their needs. Let us help you.
Office Locations
Main Office:
Located at 1 East Madison Avenue in downtown Athens, Tennessee, directly across the street from the Courthouse
Satellite Office:
Located at 291-B Abel Avenue in Decatur, Tennessee, just downhill from the Decatur Family Diner
Let us know how we can help!
Use the form below to contact us regarding your legal inquiry. Please be as detailed as possible. To help us best service your inquiry, we recommend that you first describe the issue you’re having before telling us what you want to achieve. You may also email or call us to make an appointment.