Gerrard E. Cox
About
Mr. Cox has quickly adapted to his role as an Associate Attorney at Goble & Yow, where he practices in multiple areas under the direct supervision of Managing Partner Eric Yow. A recent graduate of The University of Tennessee College of Law, Mr. Cox gained experience as a student attorney working on complex legal issues for various clients. He also worked as a summer associate at a personal injury firm and interned at a public defender's office. Since joining Goble & Yow, Mr. Cox has handled a variety of cases and has expanded his practice areas to include:
Areas of Practice:
- Criminal defense
- Personal injury
- All Misdemeanor and Felony Offenses
- Murder and Homicide
- Drug Charges, Simple Possession and Felony
- Simple and Aggravated Assault Crimes
- DWI and other Alcohol Offenses
- Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
- Sex Crimes, Rape, Statutory Rape, Incest
- Theft, Burglary, Home Invasion, Auto Burglary
- Robbery, Kidnapping, False Imprisonment
- Traffic Offenses
- Contraband in a Penal Institution
- Criminal Impersonation, Criminal Simulation
- Violation of Sex Offender Registry
- Violation of Probation, Community Corrections
- Child Pornography, Sexual Exploitation of a Minor
- Weapons Charges, Gun Crimes
- Disorderly Conduct and Public Intoxication
- Arson and Aggravated Arson
- Vandalism, Littering, and Destruction of Property
- Animal Crimes
- Attempted Crimes
- Tennessee Expungement Law
- Landlord and Tenant Law
- Eviction and Detainer
- General Civil Litigation
- Family law
- Divorce
- Military Divorce/Retirement
- Custody/Parenting and visitation
- Adoption
- Alimony and spousal support
- Child support
- Mediation
- Juvenile law
- Paternity
- Probate and estate administration
- Wills and living wills
- Powers of attorney and appointment
- Conservatorship
- Guardianship
Mr. Cox is well equipped to handle to your legal needs
In his free time, Mr. Cox loves to exercise and play the guitar. He has been an avid volunteer with the Clarksville Police Department Juvenile Engagement team, and he has recently begun volunteering at the Red Cross Foundation in Clarksville.
Bar Admission:
- July 2024 Bar Examinee
Education:
- University of Tennessee College of Law
- J.D. with Concentration in Advocacy and Dispute Resolution. - 2024
- University of Tennessee at Martin
- B.S. cum laude – 2020
- Major: Criminal Justice with Concentration in Courts and Law
Honors and Awards:
- Recipient of the Roy B.J. Campbelle Leadership Award
- Will’s Clinic Certificate of Appreciation
- Transactional Clinic Certificate of Appreciation
- Clarksville Police Department Volunteer Certificate
Professional Memberships:
- Tennessee Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Nashville Bar Association
Fraternities/Sororities:
- Alpha Phi Alpha