At Yates & Wheland we provide our clients with the best legal representation and counseling available in the Chattanooga area and beyond. We believe in the power of the law, and we strive to make sure our clients are fully informed in the legal process. Our team of experienced family law attorneys is adept in handling all types of cases from divorce, child custody and support challenges, parental rights issues, adoption arrangements, domestic violence and child abuse cases, and prenuptial agreements. We work hard to make sure our clients get the justice they deserve, and take special care to be supportive and understanding of each individual's situation.
At Yates & Wheland, we specialize in representing individuals that need assistance with family law related matters such as marriage dissolution issues, adoption proceedings, prenuptial agreements and other contemporary topics such as stepparent adoptions or LGBTQ adoptions. In addition, we are well versed in know how to effectively litigate child custody battles with minimum risk to our clients. Additionally, our attorneys are capable of representing individuals involved in domestic violence or child abuse cases in a delicate yet assertive manner that seeks a beneficial outcome for all involved.
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Add ReviewApproachable, takes time to listen and advise accordingly. Reassuring and reasonableReport
My lawyer was Allen Yates. He helped my with my DUI case. We did not the case but, Allen was able to get me the minimal punishment and even mark off two things such as community service and probation. He is a great lawyer and compared to other lawyers, he didn't charge me a ridiculous amount of money. The only negative is that sometimes it can take a week or two for him or his team to email me back with questions I had. However, I was his client for 2 years and the long email respond only happened twice. Other than that, I know Allen Yates does his best for his clients.Report
Wow, Even though divorce wasn't what I wanted in my situation, Tessa got the issues settled outside of court. She was very timely on responding with any questions/issues I had. At the end of the day I would recommend Tessa to any of my friends or family needing a family law attorney. She went above and beyond even while on maternity leave!Report
They wonderfully they fought hard for me have my son I so grateful it was worth every penny we spent on themReport
I had a divorce and custody case. I hired him, and when we went to the hearing he did not represent me like he should have. My ex was on stand and perjured himself, and I told him to object and he just put his hand in my face, telling me to stop. He did that more times. My ex was alienating my oldest and I had proof of that. Nothing was ever shown, or even brought up to judge. He also lied to me about other things. He has no backbone. I would never recommend him ever. I am trying to do what I can about this legally. He failed me and my 3 kids terribly.Report
Update: I have take this to the Board of Professions and have started a case. I have heard there is more complaints against Charles Wheland. I urge you to file your complaint with the Board of Professions.
Charlie and Tessa are the absolute best!!!! They both handled my case with absolute professionalism all while being sensitive to the stress and emotions that come along with a custody battle! They put me at ease and always made me feel like I was in the best hands and stayed in constant contact. They never promised me anything but got me exactly what I was wanting and could not be more please with the outcome. Everyone in that law firm was always friendly, smiling and quick to ask how you are doing. Highlyyyy recommended!!! They go above and beyond!!!Report
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!!!!!!Report
Tessa and Charlie handled my husband's custody battle. Tessa mainly took over the entire case and she is AMAZING! (They are both SO kind) If you’re a father fighting for your rights for more time with your kids THIS law firm is where to go! They are SO kind and always gets back to you in a quick & timely manner. My husband and I couldn’t be anymore grateful for the out come of his battle. He was hoping for nothing less than equal time with his kids. He was awarded 50/50 as before he only had every other weekend. I hope this helps fathers in the future looking for the best representation. THANK YOU Yates and Wheland law firm !!!!!
Charlie was very informative. He has a compassionate demeanor and sense of humor that helped reduce the stress of court proceedings. I worked with him on two different family law matters and I was happy with the results in both cases.Report
I am so grateful for Mr Charlie Wheland and everyone there they gave our family so much of a gift for our future my other grandson to be my son to like Alex without anymore of it being threatened and the worry everyday the peace of mind to carry on like I should there care and we’ll being and the days to come and all of the tomorrows to may Godbless you all my family is so lucky to have had your knowledge and expertise to whether this storm for us we are so blessed thank you allReport
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Yates & Wheland is a family law firm based in Chattanooga, Tennessee with additional offices in Dalton, Georgia. We provide experienced legal representation to individuals from these areas as well as those from surrounding counties. Our team of family lawyers understand both the sensitivity of matters related to marriage, divorce, family relationships, financial issues, and even adoption proceedings. In addition to providing representation for traditional legal matters we are also dedicated to helping those involved in domestic violence and child abuse cases. Our compassionate attorneys make sure that our clients have a full understanding of the issues at hand and have confidence that we are doing the best we can to protect their rights and reach a favorable resolution for all parties.