About Andrew W.
Andrew W. Varney completed his legal training at Lincoln Memorial University's John J. Duncan, Jr. School of Law, earning his J.D. in 2019. He arrived at law school after studying political science at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he concentrated on law and courts and graduated in 2015. Those formative years shaped his interest in criminal law and courtroom procedure.
After law school, Varney joined Garza Law Office, PLLC as an associate lawyer. He has since worked on a range of criminal matters at the trial level. The day-to-day work has included pretrial motions, client interviews, and appearances in state court. He has also handled proceedings in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee under the firm's umbrella.
Varney's practice centers on criminal defense, with particular experience in impaired driving cases. He holds certifications in DWI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing and has completed Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) training through Impaired Driving Specialists, LLC. Those credentials reflect training in the practical and scientific aspects of roadside evaluations. Colleagues say the certifications help him analyze evidence and cross-examine prosecution witnesses on technical issues.
He is admitted to practice in Tennessee and in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee. Since 2023 he has been a member of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, which connects him with peers and resources across the state. Membership provides access to specialized training and case law updates that inform his courtroom work.
In the office, Varney's responsibilities range from drafting pleadings to preparing trial strategies. He works closely with clients to explain options and potential outcomes. His work often involves balancing procedural deadlines and investigative tasks. He regularly consults experts when forensic or technical questions arise in a case.
Outside court, Varney has taken continuing legal education tied to impaired driving prosecution and defense. He remains engaged in professional development to keep current on evolving standards of evidence and courtroom practice. He practices as an associate at Garza Law Office, PLLC, handling criminal defense matters, including impaired driving cases.
