Atty. David John Ward

Atty. David John Ward

Mr. David John Ward is a lawyer practicing elder, general practice and trial law, health law and 5 other areas of law.

Chattanooga Chattanooga 38 J. Erfahrung 38 year
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Profile Summary

About David John Ward at a glance

David John Ward is a Member based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Michel and Ward, PC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, product liability, litigation, elder law, and health care. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1988), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1989), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1990), and Georgia (2008). Educated at Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Tennessee Technological University (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Appellate Practice Section, TBA Members. Serands clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. David John Ward is a lawyer practicing elder, general practice and trial law, health law and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Tennessee Technological University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • David practices at Michel and Ward, PC in Chattanooga, TN

Practice Areas Explained

David John Ward's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David John Ward handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Product Liability

David John Ward is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

David John Ward is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Tennessee →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

David John Ward is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chattanooga are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David John Ward

Where is David John Ward's law office located?
David John Ward's law practice is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The firm is Michel and Ward, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David John Ward handle?
David John Ward focuses on medical malpractice, product liability, litigation, elder law, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has David John Ward practiced law?
David John Ward has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did David John Ward go to law school?
David John Ward earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact David John Ward for a consultation?
You can contact David John Ward directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David John Ward received?
David John Ward's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
- 1988
B.S.
Tennessee Technological University
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
Georgia
Admitted: 2008

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