Claire Klim
Recognized Legal Representation – Experienced & Understanding Services
Bio
Mrs. Klim is a Knoxville native. She earned her bachelor's degree from Maryville College before obtaining her Juris Doctor from Samford University's Cumberland School of Law.
During law school, Mrs. Klim served as a student research assistant for the Center for Children's Law and Ethics, participated extensively in school-sponsored mock trial competitions, and gained valuable experience from multiple legal perspectives. She clerked for both the United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Alabama and the Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of Alabama, providing her with unique insight into both sides of the criminal justice system.
In addition to her academic pursuits, Mrs. Klim worked with the law firm of Maxwell, Tillman & Coleman in the firm's Civil Rights Division, where she further developed her skills in criminal defense and civil rights advocacy.
Mrs. Klim's practice focuses on criminal defense representation for adults and juveniles, civil rights litigation, and general civil litigation. She is committed to providing personalized and effective representation guiding clients through complex legal challenges.
Education
- J.D., Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law, 2026
- B.A., Criminal Justice, Maryville College, 2021
Admissions
- Tennessee
Memberships
- Knoxville Bar Association
- Tennessee Bar Association