Atty. Charles Forrest Newman

Atty. Charles Forrest Newman

Charles Forrest Newman is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, health law, insurance and 5 other areas of law. Charles received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1959, and has been licensed for 62 years.

Memphis Memphis 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles Forrest Newman at a glance

Charles Forrest Newman is a Member based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, civil rights, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1964). Educated at Yale University (LL.B., 1963) and Yale University (B.A. Rheinische, 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles Forrest Newman is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, health law, insurance and 5 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1959, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • Charles practices at Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Forrest Newman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Forrest Newman 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.

Charles Forrest Newman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Charles Forrest Newman is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

Charles Forrest Newman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Charles Forrest Newman is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Tennessee →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Charles Forrest Newman is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Memphis 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 Charles Forrest Newman

Where is Charles Forrest Newman's law office located?
Charles Forrest Newman's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Forrest Newman handle?
Charles Forrest Newman focuses on business, ip, litigation, civil rights, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Charles Forrest Newman practiced law?
Charles Forrest Newman has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did Charles Forrest Newman go to law school?
Charles Forrest Newman earned their education at (LL.B., 1963); (B.A. Rheinische, 1959).
How can I contact Charles Forrest Newman for a consultation?
You can contact Charles Forrest Newman 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 Charles Forrest Newman received?
Charles Forrest Newman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Yale University
- 1963
B.A. Rheinische
Yale University
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1964

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