team-member

Claiborne Ferguson

Memphis, TN

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

John McNeil joined the Claiborne Ferguson Law Firm in August of 2015 after graduating with honors from The University of Memphis School of Law. He received his undergraduate from the University of Memphis with a major in International Business. During his three years in law school, John worked with the Shelby County Public Defender's Office, the Federal Public Defender's Office, and the Honorable Magistrate Judge Tu Pham. Before joining the firm, he worked for Miles Mason Family Law Group here in Memphis. He is licensed to practice law in both Tennessee and Mississippi. He is also a member of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. John believes that there are several versions of the "truth" – and then there's what actually happened. No person should be punished based on another's version of the truth.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Language

English

Contact

Claiborne Ferguson Law Firm294 Washington AveMemphis, TN, 38103-1912 Office (901) 529-6400 294 Washington AveMemphis, TN, 38103-1912 Office (901) 529-6400(901) 529-6400

Office: (901) 979-9755

Website: N/A

Reviews

Alton
October 19, 2020

First let me thank God for sending me to a good law firm... Thank the Claiborne team, but I'd really like to thank Att.John McNeil. John it wasn't an easy ride I know I stressed alot..,but you kept the course...Thank you for the great hard work it all paid off...Just want to say thank you and God Bless Al..

anonymous
June 24, 2020

Short version: ***When working/talking with attorney John McNeil there was never any issue with feeling judged or discouraged. There was always timely communication, meetings, new information, and follow up’s post court dates. He responded to my questions and presented all information, leaving me without questions or concerns related to his knowledge and attention to each case. I would highly recommend this office and their services. Longer version: Hiring a lawyer for someone when you’ve never been in any trouble yourself is daunting to say the least. Will the attorney judge the situation, client, myself? Will they take advantage of my ignorance and inexperience? How will I know if they are actually good or just like a ‘car salesman’? The client had a very complex case with two current cases in Shelby county, a hold in MS, and then later complicated by a new hold and transfer for federal charges. This wouldn’t be a 100% honest review if I didn’t admit it took a couple days to originally hear back from the office (I recommend using their online inquiry instead of calling, it seems the electronic paper trail works best); but in those couple of days calling around to many other attorneys some referred me back to this office while others seemed to be judgmental and discouraging (maybe trying to make me feel desperate for their services). ***When working/talking with attorney John McNeil there was never any issue with feeling judged or discouraged. There was always timely communication, meetings, new information, and follow up’s post court dates. He responded to my questions and presented all information, leaving me without questions or concerns related to his knowledge and attention to each case. All cases were settled in a timely manner, some even earlier than expected. I would highly recommend this office and their services.

anonymous
September 26, 2019

Mr. McNeil did an amazing job with my case. I would highly recommend him and the firm if you're looking for a criminal defense attorney. I hope I never need them again lol but if I do, I'll definitely be calling them.

Richard
June 18, 2019

To start off ,6 weeks after the supposed crime I committed my fiancee received a call saying I had a warrant issued for me,I spoke to several attorney's before I chose Claiborne Ferguson,they basically all said contact us after you made bail, I kept thinking to myself these people don't care about helping me. Finally I call Claiborne Ferguson and spoke with the paralegal they talked with me about every detail and I realized quickly I wasnt being treated like another criminal or client, but an actual person they cared about and wanted to help, then I spoke with Ramon Damus, he was also very interested in my story and my situation and he told me if I chose Claiborne law firm that I should hire them prior to going to jail and one of the many benefits was they would do everything in their power to get me out asap ,and keep my family in the loop and they did, once I finally got my arraignment I got to finally meet Ramone Damus and John McNeil and it seemed like they were more than just lawyers they cared like family. John didn't just get me out of jail he got my bail dropped from $ 20,000 to being released on my own recognizance, if I hadn't hired a lawyer at all my bail would have costed me much more than my attorney over double,in the end they got all my charges dropped and expunged I can never be tried again for this ,they really came through for me. I could go on and on about how great the entire Claiborne firm is including everyone from receptionist to Mr.Claiborne Ferguson himself ,but I think you get the idea,their all great people. Do yourself a favor and choose them like I did you won't go wrong! Thank's again everyone at Claiborne Ferguson!

Nadaca weklsb
March 28, 2019

Every amazing lawyer, two year process and he work with me and stunningly work the cast with some of the great staff at Ferguson law firm.

Carol Turner
October 26, 2018

Mr McNeil , we felt, worked very hard researching all options that would result in the best outcome for our family member. There were several obstacles that needed to be dealt with considering the past history criminal situations involved but we are hopefully expecting the best legal outcome. Definitely would return to this form for legal help if needed.

Sonny
May 1, 2018

The Claiborne Ferguson team did an amazing job throughout my entire case. They were upfront and told me exactly what to expect and they delivered. I am beyond grateful to say that the handled my case professionally and got it dismissed and expunged!

anonymous
January 29, 2018

I really appreciate the service Atty. McNeil and his law firm (Claiborne and Ferguson) provided for me is such a short notice. Atty. McNeil was efficient and had my charges dropped and expunged immediately from my record. He was very knowledgeable and understanding. I am very grateful for him and his law firm.

Marcus
October 4, 2017

Thank you to the entire staff for a job well done! The law firm is a step above the rest! No matter what, this law firm seem to understand what his client is all about, they show respect, and they are patient with you. I recommend this law firm to anyone who needs a good lawyer!

Nicole
September 20, 2017

John McNeil and Ferguson Law firm was great. When had questions or concerns was able to call and get a response. Would definitely recommend John McNeil and Ferguson Law firm. Thanks again

Alton
October 19, 2020

First let me thank God for sending me to a good law firm... Thank the Claiborne team, but I'd really like to thank Att.John McNeil. John it wasn't an easy ride I know I stressed alot..,but you kept the course...Thank you for the great hard work it all paid off...Just want to say thank you and God Bless Al..

anonymous
June 24, 2020

Short version: ***When working/talking with attorney John McNeil there was never any issue with feeling judged or discouraged. There was always timely communication, meetings, new information, and follow up’s post court dates. He responded to my questions and presented all information, leaving me without questions or concerns related to his knowledge and attention to each case. I would highly recommend this office and their services. Longer version: Hiring a lawyer for someone when you’ve never been in any trouble yourself is daunting to say the least. Will the attorney judge the situation, client, myself? Will they take advantage of my ignorance and inexperience? How will I know if they are actually good or just like a ‘car salesman’? The client had a very complex case with two current cases in Shelby county, a hold in MS, and then later complicated by a new hold and transfer for federal charges. This wouldn’t be a 100% honest review if I didn’t admit it took a couple days to originally hear back from the office (I recommend using their online inquiry instead of calling, it seems the electronic paper trail works best); but in those couple of days calling around to many other attorneys some referred me back to this office while others seemed to be judgmental and discouraging (maybe trying to make me feel desperate for their services). ***When working/talking with attorney John McNeil there was never any issue with feeling judged or discouraged. There was always timely communication, meetings, new information, and follow up’s post court dates. He responded to my questions and presented all information, leaving me without questions or concerns related to his knowledge and attention to each case. All cases were settled in a timely manner, some even earlier than expected. I would highly recommend this office and their services.

anonymous
September 26, 2019

Mr. McNeil did an amazing job with my case. I would highly recommend him and the firm if you're looking for a criminal defense attorney. I hope I never need them again lol but if I do, I'll definitely be calling them.

Richard
June 18, 2019

To start off ,6 weeks after the supposed crime I committed my fiancee received a call saying I had a warrant issued for me,I spoke to several attorney's before I chose Claiborne Ferguson,they basically all said contact us after you made bail, I kept thinking to myself these people don't care about helping me. Finally I call Claiborne Ferguson and spoke with the paralegal they talked with me about every detail and I realized quickly I wasnt being treated like another criminal or client, but an actual person they cared about and wanted to help, then I spoke with Ramon Damus, he was also very interested in my story and my situation and he told me if I chose Claiborne law firm that I should hire them prior to going to jail and one of the many benefits was they would do everything in their power to get me out asap ,and keep my family in the loop and they did, once I finally got my arraignment I got to finally meet Ramone Damus and John McNeil and it seemed like they were more than just lawyers they cared like family. John didn't just get me out of jail he got my bail dropped from $ 20,000 to being released on my own recognizance, if I hadn't hired a lawyer at all my bail would have costed me much more than my attorney over double,in the end they got all my charges dropped and expunged I can never be tried again for this ,they really came through for me. I could go on and on about how great the entire Claiborne firm is including everyone from receptionist to Mr.Claiborne Ferguson himself ,but I think you get the idea,their all great people. Do yourself a favor and choose them like I did you won't go wrong! Thank's again everyone at Claiborne Ferguson!

Nadaca weklsb
March 28, 2019

Every amazing lawyer, two year process and he work with me and stunningly work the cast with some of the great staff at Ferguson law firm.

Carol Turner
October 26, 2018

Mr McNeil , we felt, worked very hard researching all options that would result in the best outcome for our family member. There were several obstacles that needed to be dealt with considering the past history criminal situations involved but we are hopefully expecting the best legal outcome. Definitely would return to this form for legal help if needed.

Sonny
May 1, 2018

The Claiborne Ferguson team did an amazing job throughout my entire case. They were upfront and told me exactly what to expect and they delivered. I am beyond grateful to say that the handled my case professionally and got it dismissed and expunged!

anonymous
January 29, 2018

I really appreciate the service Atty. McNeil and his law firm (Claiborne and Ferguson) provided for me is such a short notice. Atty. McNeil was efficient and had my charges dropped and expunged immediately from my record. He was very knowledgeable and understanding. I am very grateful for him and his law firm.

Marcus
October 4, 2017

Thank you to the entire staff for a job well done! The law firm is a step above the rest! No matter what, this law firm seem to understand what his client is all about, they show respect, and they are patient with you. I recommend this law firm to anyone who needs a good lawyer!

Nicole
September 20, 2017

John McNeil and Ferguson Law firm was great. When had questions or concerns was able to call and get a response. Would definitely recommend John McNeil and Ferguson Law firm. Thanks again

Alton
October 19, 2020

First let me thank God for sending me to a good law firm... Thank the Claiborne team, but I'd really like to thank Att.John McNeil. John it wasn't an easy ride I know I stressed alot..,but you kept the course...Thank you for the great hard work it all paid off...Just want to say thank you and God Bless Al..

anonymous
June 24, 2020

Short version: ***When working/talking with attorney John McNeil there was never any issue with feeling judged or discouraged. There was always timely communication, meetings, new information, and follow up’s post court dates. He responded to my questions and presented all information, leaving me without questions or concerns related to his knowledge and attention to each case. I would highly recommend this office and their services. Longer version: Hiring a lawyer for someone when you’ve never been in any trouble yourself is daunting to say the least. Will the attorney judge the situation, client, myself? Will they take advantage of my ignorance and inexperience? How will I know if they are actually good or just like a ‘car salesman’? The client had a very complex case with two current cases in Shelby county, a hold in MS, and then later complicated by a new hold and transfer for federal charges. This wouldn’t be a 100% honest review if I didn’t admit it took a couple days to originally hear back from the office (I recommend using their online inquiry instead of calling, it seems the electronic paper trail works best); but in those couple of days calling around to many other attorneys some referred me back to this office while others seemed to be judgmental and discouraging (maybe trying to make me feel desperate for their services). ***When working/talking with attorney John McNeil there was never any issue with feeling judged or discouraged. There was always timely communication, meetings, new information, and follow up’s post court dates. He responded to my questions and presented all information, leaving me without questions or concerns related to his knowledge and attention to each case. All cases were settled in a timely manner, some even earlier than expected. I would highly recommend this office and their services.

anonymous
September 26, 2019

Mr. McNeil did an amazing job with my case. I would highly recommend him and the firm if you're looking for a criminal defense attorney. I hope I never need them again lol but if I do, I'll definitely be calling them.

Richard
June 18, 2019

To start off ,6 weeks after the supposed crime I committed my fiancee received a call saying I had a warrant issued for me,I spoke to several attorney's before I chose Claiborne Ferguson,they basically all said contact us after you made bail, I kept thinking to myself these people don't care about helping me. Finally I call Claiborne Ferguson and spoke with the paralegal they talked with me about every detail and I realized quickly I wasnt being treated like another criminal or client, but an actual person they cared about and wanted to help, then I spoke with Ramon Damus, he was also very interested in my story and my situation and he told me if I chose Claiborne law firm that I should hire them prior to going to jail and one of the many benefits was they would do everything in their power to get me out asap ,and keep my family in the loop and they did, once I finally got my arraignment I got to finally meet Ramone Damus and John McNeil and it seemed like they were more than just lawyers they cared like family. John didn't just get me out of jail he got my bail dropped from $ 20,000 to being released on my own recognizance, if I hadn't hired a lawyer at all my bail would have costed me much more than my attorney over double,in the end they got all my charges dropped and expunged I can never be tried again for this ,they really came through for me. I could go on and on about how great the entire Claiborne firm is including everyone from receptionist to Mr.Claiborne Ferguson himself ,but I think you get the idea,their all great people. Do yourself a favor and choose them like I did you won't go wrong! Thank's again everyone at Claiborne Ferguson!

Nadaca weklsb
March 28, 2019

Every amazing lawyer, two year process and he work with me and stunningly work the cast with some of the great staff at Ferguson law firm.

Carol Turner
October 26, 2018

Mr McNeil , we felt, worked very hard researching all options that would result in the best outcome for our family member. There were several obstacles that needed to be dealt with considering the past history criminal situations involved but we are hopefully expecting the best legal outcome. Definitely would return to this form for legal help if needed.

Sonny
May 1, 2018

The Claiborne Ferguson team did an amazing job throughout my entire case. They were upfront and told me exactly what to expect and they delivered. I am beyond grateful to say that the handled my case professionally and got it dismissed and expunged!

anonymous
January 29, 2018

I really appreciate the service Atty. McNeil and his law firm (Claiborne and Ferguson) provided for me is such a short notice. Atty. McNeil was efficient and had my charges dropped and expunged immediately from my record. He was very knowledgeable and understanding. I am very grateful for him and his law firm.

Marcus
October 4, 2017

Thank you to the entire staff for a job well done! The law firm is a step above the rest! No matter what, this law firm seem to understand what his client is all about, they show respect, and they are patient with you. I recommend this law firm to anyone who needs a good lawyer!

Nicole
September 20, 2017

John McNeil and Ferguson Law firm was great. When had questions or concerns was able to call and get a response. Would definitely recommend John McNeil and Ferguson Law firm. Thanks again