Atty. David Lyle Franklin

Atty. David Lyle Franklin

David Lyle Franklin is a lawyer practicing construction law, insurance law, product liability and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Belmont University in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Chattanooga Chattanooga 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About David Lyle Franklin at a glance

David Lyle Franklin is a Member based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury, construction, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1975), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1978), and U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at University of Memphis (J.D. New, 1975) and Belmont University (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chattanooga, Tennessee and American (Member, Sections on: Litigation Tort and Insurance Practice) Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Tennessee Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Lyle Franklin is a lawyer practicing construction law, insurance law, product liability and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Belmont University in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • David practices in Chattanooga, TN

Practice Areas Explained

David Lyle Franklin's Areas of Practice

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

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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Construction Law

David Lyle Franklin is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Tennessee →

Product Liability

David Lyle Franklin is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

David Lyle Franklin is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

David Lyle Franklin is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Chattanooga 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 Lyle Franklin

Where is David Lyle Franklin's law office located?
David Lyle Franklin's law practice is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lyle Franklin handle?
David Lyle Franklin focuses on personal injury, construction, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has David Lyle Franklin practiced law?
David Lyle Franklin has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did David Lyle Franklin go to law school?
David Lyle Franklin earned their education at (J.D. New, 1975); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact David Lyle Franklin for a consultation?
You can contact David Lyle Franklin 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 Lyle Franklin received?
David Lyle Franklin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. New
University of Memphis
- 1975
B.S.
Belmont University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982

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