Atty. David Denty Cheatham

Atty. David Denty Cheatham

David Denty Cheatham is a lawyer practicing civil appeals, business litigation, commercial litigation and 10 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of the South in 1963, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Nashville Nashville 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About David Denty Cheatham at a glance

David Denty Cheatham is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Cheatham & Palermo. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1965). Educated at Vanderbilt University Law School (J.D., 1965) and University of the South (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tennessee Bar Association. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Denty Cheatham is a lawyer practicing civil appeals, business litigation, commercial litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of the South in 1963, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • David practices at Cheatham & Palermo in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

David Denty Cheatham's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

David Denty Cheatham is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Tennessee →

Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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.

David Denty Cheatham is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →

Employment Law

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

David Denty Cheatham is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 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 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 David Denty Cheatham

Where is David Denty Cheatham's law office located?
David Denty Cheatham's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Cheatham & Palermo. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Denty Cheatham handle?
David Denty Cheatham focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has David Denty Cheatham practiced law?
David Denty Cheatham has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did David Denty Cheatham go to law school?
David Denty Cheatham earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact David Denty Cheatham for a consultation?
You can contact David Denty Cheatham 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 Denty Cheatham received?
David Denty Cheatham's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University Law School
- 1965
B.A.
University of the South
- 1963

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1965

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