Atty. David Phillip Canas

Atty. David Phillip Canas

David Phillip Canas is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, bankruptcy, bankruptcy reorganization and 9 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Franklin Franklin 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About David Phillip Canas at a glance

David Phillip Canas is a Partner based in Franklin, Tennessee, practicing at Campbell Perky Johnson, PLLC.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on chapter 13, employment, business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1994). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1994) and Vanderbilt University (B.A. Political, 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Nashville, Tennessee and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Franklin, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Phillip Canas is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, bankruptcy, bankruptcy reorganization and 9 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • David practices at Campbell Perky Johnson, PLLC. in Franklin, TN

Practice Areas Explained

David Phillip Canas's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

David Phillip Canas is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Tennessee →

Employment Law

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

David Phillip Canas is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

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

David Phillip Canas is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

David Phillip Canas is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

David Phillip Canas is one of 5,840 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 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 Franklin 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 Phillip Canas

Where is David Phillip Canas's law office located?
David Phillip Canas's law practice is located in Franklin, Tennessee. The firm is Campbell Perky Johnson, PLLC.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Phillip Canas handle?
David Phillip Canas focuses on chapter 13, employment, business, bankruptcy, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has David Phillip Canas practiced law?
David Phillip Canas has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did David Phillip Canas go to law school?
David Phillip Canas earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. Political, 1989).
How can I contact David Phillip Canas for a consultation?
You can contact David Phillip Canas 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 Phillip Canas received?
David Phillip Canas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1994
B.A. Political
Vanderbilt University
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1994

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