Marcos M. Garza

Marcos M. Garza is a dedicated attorney and the owner of Garza Law Firm, located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm provides comprehensive legal services in personal injury, criminal defense, DUI/DWI and Social Security Disability cases. He is highly regarded for his commitment to defending those accused of crimes and representing clients who have suffered significant personal injuries.

Mr. Garza, a native of East Tennessee, has an impressive educational background with a bachelor's degree in psychology from Vanderbilt University, a master's in social work from the University of Tennessee and a Juris Doctor from the University of Tennessee College of Law. His legal career began after serving as a captain and judge advocate in the United States Marine Corps. Returning to East Tennessee, he established his practice, focusing on providing personalized attention to a select number of cases to achieve the most favorable outcomes for his clients.

Throughout his career, Mr. Garza has received numerous accolades, including being acknowledged as one of the Top 40 Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers and listed among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America. His legal acumen has earned him the AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating in the organization.

Mr. Garza is committed to staying at the forefront of legal and scientific advancements relevant to his practice areas. He has undergone extensive training in trial techniques and forensic science, attending prestigious programs such as the National Criminal Defense College and Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College. As a speaker and lecturer, he shares his knowledge of criminal defense and DUI strategies both locally and nationally.

Mr. Garza's dedication extends to his involvement in various legal organizations, including the DUI Defense Lawyers Association and the National College for DUI Defense. He is a board member of the Tennessee Association for Justice and holds a life membership in the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.