Atty. Cecilia Smith Petersen

Atty. Cecilia Smith Petersen

Cecilia Smith Petersen is a lawyer practicing age discrimination, alternative dispute resolution, disability discrimination and 7 other areas of law. Cecilia received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

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Profile Summary

About Cecilia Smith Petersen at a glance

Cecilia Smith Petersen is a discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, employment, and whistleblower attorney based in Knoxville, Tennessee. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1984) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1987). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville College of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Cecilia Smith Petersen is a lawyer practicing age discrimination, alternative dispute resolution, disability discrimination and 7 other areas of law
  • Cecilia received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Cecilia practices in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Cecilia Smith Petersen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cecilia Smith Petersen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

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Sexual Harassment

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Family Law

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Employment Law

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

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Whistleblower & Retaliation

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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 Knoxville 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 Cecilia Smith Petersen

Where is Cecilia Smith Petersen's law office located?
Cecilia Smith Petersen's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cecilia Smith Petersen handle?
Cecilia Smith Petersen focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, employment, whistleblower. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Cecilia Smith Petersen practiced law?
Cecilia Smith Petersen has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Cecilia Smith Petersen go to law school?
Cecilia Smith Petersen earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Cecilia Smith Petersen for a consultation?
You can contact Cecilia Smith Petersen 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 Cecilia Smith Petersen received?
Cecilia Smith Petersen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville College of Law
- 1984
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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