Atty. Benjamin Cleveland Fordham

Atty. Benjamin Cleveland Fordham

Benjamin Cleveland Fordham is a lawyer practicing commercial, litigation - commercial, corporate counsel and 1 other area of law. Benjamin received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Gallatin Gallatin 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Benjamin Cleveland Fordham at a glance

Benjamin Cleveland Fordham is a business, litigation, and health care attorney based in Gallatin, Tennessee. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Georgia (Inactive) (1978) and Tennessee (1979). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1978) and Duke University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Gallatin, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Benjamin Cleveland Fordham is a lawyer practicing commercial, litigation - commercial, corporate counsel and 1 other area of law
  • Benjamin received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Benjamin practices in Gallatin, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Cleveland Fordham's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Cleveland Fordham handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Benjamin Cleveland Fordham is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Benjamin Cleveland Fordham is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Health Care Law

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

Benjamin Cleveland Fordham 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 Gallatin 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 Benjamin Cleveland Fordham

Where is Benjamin Cleveland Fordham's law office located?
Benjamin Cleveland Fordham's law practice is located in Gallatin, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Cleveland Fordham handle?
Benjamin Cleveland Fordham focuses on business, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Benjamin Cleveland Fordham practiced law?
Benjamin Cleveland Fordham has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Benjamin Cleveland Fordham go to law school?
Benjamin Cleveland Fordham earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Benjamin Cleveland Fordham for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Benjamin Cleveland Fordham received?
Benjamin Cleveland Fordham's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1978
B.A.
Duke University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1978
Tennessee
Admitted: 1979

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