Atty. Christopher John Chavis

Atty. Christopher John Chavis

Christopher John Chavis is a lawyer practicing criminal law, wills, trusts and 6 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years.

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Profile Summary

About Christopher John Chavis at a glance

Christopher John Chavis is an Associate based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Tarpy, Cox, Fleishman & Leveille, PLLC. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2006). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville College of Law (J.D., 2006) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 2002). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Young Lawyers Division, TBA Members. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher John Chavis is a lawyer practicing criminal law, wills, trusts and 6 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Christopher practices at Tarpy, Cox, Fleishman & Leveille, PLLC in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher John Chavis's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Christopher John Chavis is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Tennessee →

Trusts

Christopher John Chavis is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Tennessee →

Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Christopher John Chavis is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 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 Christopher John Chavis

Where is Christopher John Chavis's law office located?
Christopher John Chavis's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Tarpy, Cox, Fleishman & Leveille, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher John Chavis handle?
Christopher John Chavis focuses on wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Christopher John Chavis practiced law?
Christopher John Chavis has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Christopher John Chavis go to law school?
Christopher John Chavis earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.S., 2002).
How can I contact Christopher John Chavis for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher John Chavis 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 Christopher John Chavis received?
Christopher John Chavis's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville College of Law
- 2006
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 2002

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2006

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