What We Defend
Drug Crimes
Charged with drug possession or trafficking? We defend drug crimes across East Tennessee with proven legal strategies.
DUI Defense
Arrested for DUI in Knoxville or the surrounding counties? Our DUI defense team works quickly to protect your rights and challenge the evidence against you.
Violent Crimes
Accused of assault, aggravated assault, robbery, or homicide offense? Our violent crime lawyers build strong defense strategies to rebut these charges in court.
Juvenile Defense
Protecting minors’ rights and futures with compassionate, effective juvenile court representation.
Sex Crimes
Charged with a sex offense in Tennessee? We offer discreet, strategic defense for these high-stakes cases.
Gun Charges
Stephens and DiRado’s lawyers know Tennessee’s gun laws and how to fight back.
Stephens & DiRado, LLP
Focused, Aggressive, Strategic Lawyering
Stephens & DiRado, LLP is a Knoxville-based law firm focused exclusively on criminal defense. With decades of trial experience and thousands of cases handled, our attorneys bring strategic, competent, zealous representation to every client we serve.
Whether you are charged with speeding or homicide, the lawyers at Stephens & DiRado, LLP are committed to providing you the best legal representation that produces the best outcome possible.
Our Team
Our attorneys bring together decades of combined experience and an unwavering passion for criminal defense. We take a team-driven approach that leverages our collective strength while keeping our clients at the center of everything we do.


