Atty. Daniel Carter Patten

Atty. Daniel Carter Patten

Daniel Carter Patten is a lawyer practicing healthcare compliance & operations, behavioral health services, dental / orthodontics and 5 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 2009, and has been licensed for 12 years.

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Behavioral Health Services & More Attorney · Serving Nashville, TN · 12+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Daniel Carter Patten at a Glance

Daniel Carter Patten is an Associate based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on health care. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2014). Educated at Belmont University College of Law (J.D., 2014) and Wake Forest University (B.A. Anthropology, 2009). Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Daniel Carter Patten

  • Daniel Carter Patten is a lawyer practicing healthcare compliance & operations, behavioral health services, dental / orthodontics and 5 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 2009, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Daniel practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Carter Patten's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Carter Patten handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Nashville.

Health Care Law in Nashville

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Nashville

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 Nashville 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 venue, 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.

Nashville Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Nashville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Daniel Carter Patten

Where is Daniel Carter Patten's law office located?
Daniel Carter Patten's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Carter Patten handle?
Daniel Carter Patten focuses on health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Daniel Carter Patten practiced law?
Daniel Carter Patten has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Daniel Carter Patten go to law school?
Daniel Carter Patten earned their education at (J.D., 2014); (B.A. Anthropology, 2009).
How can I contact Daniel Carter Patten for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Nashville Choose Daniel Carter Patten

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel Carter Patten's practice in the field of health care.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Daniel Carter Patten brings 12+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Focused Health Care Practice

Concentrating on health care means Daniel Carter Patten's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.

Local Presence in Nashville

A Nashville-based practice means Daniel Carter Patten attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Belmont University College of Law
- 2014
B.A. Anthropology
Wake Forest University
- 2009

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2014

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