English Family Law

English Family Law is a Knoxville-based family law practice led by Sam English, a divorce and custody trial attorney with nearly three decades of experience representing clients throughout Middle and East Tennessee. Sam focuses almost exclusively on domestic relations litigation, including high-conflict custody disputes, parental relocation, parenting plan modifications, contempt proceedings, and financially complex divorces.

Known in courtrooms across Tennessee as “the Bulldog,” Sam has earned a reputation for thorough preparation, strong advocacy, and an unwillingness to back down when his clients’ children, financial security, or futures are at risk. His clients include parents, business owners, medical professionals, executives, and public figures who need discretion, strategic planning, and a lawyer prepared to take a case to trial when settlement is not possible.

Sam’s work has been recognized by CityView Magazine, The National Advocates, Martindale-Hubbell, AVVO, Lawyers of Distinction, America’s Most Honored Professionals, Best of Knoxville, and “Who Rocks Knox.” His approach is shaped not only by professional experience, but also by personal perspective. Having experienced divorce and custody litigation himself, Sam understands the emotional, financial, and practical challenges families face.

At English Family Law, every case is prepared with care, strategy, and resolve. While cooperative resolution is encouraged whenever possible, the practice is fully prepared to litigate aggressively and effectively when children, assets, or long-term stability are at stake.