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Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers - Chattanooga, TN

Criminal Defense Lawyers in Chattanooga, TN

735 Broad Street Suite 800 The James Building Chattanooga, TN 37402

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  • 5 Super Lawyers®
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  • 36 Years 
    Experience

Chattanooga Criminal Defense Law Firm

Updated: 02/15/2026

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  • By Anonymous on Apr. 01, 2022
    Verified Client
    Consulted Law firm 2021-2022
    Recommends this Law firm
    I recently found myself in need of a law firm. I have worked with lawyers in the past in North Carolina and New York and the lawyers here are top notch. I was represented by Mr. Ben McGowan. He said he didn't want to over promise and under perform which was nice to hear in a world where everyone promises the moon and delivers zip so I really respected that. As it turns out Ben and his team went WELL beyond my expectations and the result of my case was not only the best case scenario but a dream scenario. The law firm of Summers, Ruffalo and Rodgers will do what it takes to take care of you. put your trust and them and you can't go wrong.
  • By Erin C. on Feb. 09, 2022
    Verified Client
    Hired Law firm 2022
    Recommends this Law firm
    Benjamin McGowan was amazing. He took real time and effort and actually cared about my case. He had excellent communication, punctuality, and professionalism. I would ABSOLUTELY recommend him to anyone looking for a criminal lawyer!!!
  • By Anonymous on Mar. 05, 2021
    Verified Client
    Hired Law firm 2021
    Recommends this Law firm
    These guys are amazing! The attorneys at Summers, Rufolo, and Rodgers are extremely receptive, they care, and most importantly they are effective. Mr. McGowan listened to my situation and responded professionally and concisely - he responded clearly and helped me understand all my options without being long-winded or giving me unnecessary anecdotes and information. Further, I began receiving correspondence from him immediately after he agreed to take up my case and it was clear that he was doing everything in his power to work on my behalf. It was clear that he was sympathetic with my situation and that he was legitimately fighting for me using all the tools available. He also made use of his colleagues and I felt that the resources of the whole firm were behind me. Most importantly the attorneys are top-notch and know the legal system very well. I cannot thank them enough for all of their help - highly recommended!
    Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers
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    Mar. 06, 2021
    Thanks for sharing your experience and kind comments.
  • By Anonymous on Apr. 21, 2020
    Verified Client
    Hired Law firm 2012
    Recommends this Law firm
    I recommend this office anytime someone is struggling with a worker's comp issue. They got results for me quicker than I expected.

Areas of Practice

  • Criminal Defense

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Jimmy F. Rodgers Jr.

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Jeffrey W. Rufolo

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Jerry H. Summers

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Marya L. Schalk

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Benjamin L. McGowan

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Jimmy F. Rodgers Jr.

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Jeffrey W. Rufolo

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Jerry H. Summers

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Benjamin L. McGowan

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Chattanooga, TN

735 Broad Street
Suite 800
The James Building
Chattanooga, TN 37402

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Phone: 423-933-2738

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (eastern) Mon-Fri

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