Atty. Catherine Cunningham Dugan

Atty. Catherine Cunningham Dugan

Catherine Cunningham Dugan is a lawyer practicing labor & employment law, workers' compensation defense, appeals and 2 other areas of law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Martin in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Brentwood Brentwood 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Catherine Cunningham Dugan at a glance

Catherine Cunningham Dugan is a Managing Partner based in Brentwood, Tennessee, practicing at Peterson White, LLLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2004) and U.S. District Court for Middle District of Tennessee (2005). Educated at University of Tennessee College of Law (J.D., 2004) and University of Tennessee at Martin (B.A. English, 2001). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Brentwood, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Catherine Cunningham Dugan is a lawyer practicing labor & employment law, workers' compensation defense, appeals and 2 other areas of law
  • Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Martin in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Catherine practices at Peterson White, LLLP in Brentwood, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Catherine Cunningham Dugan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Catherine Cunningham Dugan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Catherine Cunningham Dugan is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Catherine Cunningham Dugan is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

Catherine Cunningham Dugan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Catherine Cunningham Dugan is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Brentwood 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 Catherine Cunningham Dugan

Where is Catherine Cunningham Dugan's law office located?
Catherine Cunningham Dugan's law practice is located in Brentwood, Tennessee. The firm is Peterson White, LLLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Catherine Cunningham Dugan handle?
Catherine Cunningham Dugan focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Catherine Cunningham Dugan practiced law?
Catherine Cunningham Dugan has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Catherine Cunningham Dugan go to law school?
Catherine Cunningham Dugan earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A. English, 2001).
How can I contact Catherine Cunningham Dugan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Catherine Cunningham Dugan received?
Catherine Cunningham Dugan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee College of Law
- 2004
B.A. English
University of Tennessee at Martin
- 2001

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court for Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2005

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