Atty. David B. Herbert

Atty. David B. Herbert

Member, Board of Directors, 1983-1993 and Treasurer, 1983-1994, Legal Services of Middle Tennessee, Inc. Member, Board of Governors, 1986 and Past President, 1987, Exchange Club of Nashville, Board of Directors.

Nashville Nashville 59 Years Experience 59 year
Call (615) 747-7299

Profile Summary

About David B. Herbert at a glance

David B. Herbert is a Retired Partner based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Ortale Kelley Law Firm. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1967). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 1967) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.S. St., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nashville (Member, Board of Directors, 1976-1978 First Vice President, 1978), Tennessee and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Member, Board of Directors, 1983-1993 and Treasurer, 1983-1994, Legal Services of Middle Tennessee, Inc. Member, Board of Governors, 1986 and Past President, 1987, Exchange Club of Nashville, Board of Directors
  • Chancellor, Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee, 1986—

Practice Areas Explained

David B. Herbert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David B. Herbert handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David B. Herbert is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

David B. Herbert is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David B. Herbert

Where is David B. Herbert's law office located?
David B. Herbert's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Ortale Kelley Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David B. Herbert handle?
David B. Herbert focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has David B. Herbert practiced law?
David B. Herbert has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did David B. Herbert go to law school?
David B. Herbert earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.S. St., 1958).
How can I contact David B. Herbert for a consultation?
You can contact David B. Herbert 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 David B. Herbert received?
David B. Herbert's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Nashville School of Law
- 1967
B.S. St.
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1967

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