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 ReviewI highly recommend Charles Wheland with Yates & Wheland for anyone going through a divorce. From the moment I first met with Charles, I knew I was in good hands. He is incredibly knowledgeable, compassionate, and always had my best interests at heart. Throughout the process, Charles was patient in explaining every step, making sure I fully understood my options. He and his team was responsive, always available to answer my questions, and made a crazy time in my life much easier to navigate. Charles's professionalism and expertise resulted in a fair and favorable outcome for me. If you need a skilled and dedicated attorney, look no further than Charles Wheland.Report
Charlie and everyone else at Wheland & Yates were wonderful to work with. They made a difficult time easier; were helpful and provided clear guidance for what to expect throughout the process. I would highly recommend their services to anyone going through a divorce.Report
Charlie and his team are very attentive, responsive, helpful and even though it was a stressful situation I felt very confident knowing he was there. Highly recommended for family matters.Report
My lawyer Tessa Creighton, was fantastic, very professional and efficient. She was available when I needed her, and during our meetings was honest and straight forward about the difficulties of my situation, no sugar-coating.Report
Despite the biases against me in this state, she worked hard and got me the result I wanted, which wasn't easy.
The price was in the range of what you would expect and they treated me well when it came to payments.
Worth every penny, easy 5 star.
Charlie was an outstanding attorney for a hard spot in my life. It was a timely process and he kept it real the entire time and did not set up unrealistic goals. We maintained the same litigation strategy throughout, took some small losses, but in the end it all worked out the best it could without going to trial. For the piece of divorce that your own attorney is able to control, Charlie did a bang up job and was consistent throughout. I would highly recommend him and his professional staff.Report
Charlie Wheland is one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with! He explains the process and what the potential outcomes can be! Integrity and ethics are priority. He has always been able to discuss my situation and is willing to see the cases to the end!!!! Charlie and his staff are professional, kind, and provide outstanding service. I recommend them with confidence that they will treat you the same.Report
So let me start by saying this was by far the easiest event I’ve ever been a part of. My wife and I started talking about me adopting her daughter so we could complete our family of 4. We have been part of each others lives for a while and she’s always referred to me as dad. After my wife had called numerous offices with no answer or call back, we were kind of beat. One day I called 2 firms and got nothing back. Then I called Yates & Wheland. Not only did they answer on the first ring, I had an appointment set before I got off the phone. In less than 2 months we were in the courtroom finalizing the adoption. Best phone call I’ve ever made. They were very upfront with all the information and steps that were taken. We never felt like something was out of place. Everybody involved was very responsive and caring. Fortunately all it took was for the phone call to be answered and we are very thankful they answered.Report
With so many positive things to say, I can not begin without first saying, “Thank you, Charlie.” There are no words to express the gratitude I have for what you and your team have given my family, and no sum of money could ever repay what I am indebted to you.Report
As a divorced father defending himself against the odds, not only did Charlie and his firm protect my already marginalized parental/custodial rights with my two young children, he extended my involvement with them. This change has provided me with unanticipated opportunities to grow closer as a family with my kids.
HERO. That is what they call people who do what you do Charlie Wheland.
I originally scheduled an appointment to meet with one of the partners but was assigned Tessa Creighton. I found her to be very professional and knowledgable. She always answered my questions, even on the weekend or after hours. Ultimately, her knowledge of family law and my situation lead to a successful outcome for my family.Report
I had the pleasure of working with Charlie as my attorney, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the outcome of my custody case. Charlie did an exceptional job in representing me, and I achieved the result I was hoping for. His responsiveness was remarkable whenever I had questions or needed clarification regarding my case. Effective communication is crucial in child custody cases, and Charlie possesses strong communication skills. He was able to articulate my concerns, needs, and desired outcomes clearly. Additionally, Charlie is an active listener, genuinely attentive to my situation, and adept at addressing any questions or concerns I had. I highly recommend Charlie Wheland for his superb service. Thank you again, Charles, for your outstanding assistance.Report
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.