Atty. David Reed Houk

Atty. David Reed Houk

David Reed Houk is a lawyer practicing business, transactions, banking / financial services and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Nashville Nashville 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About David Reed Houk at a glance

David Reed Houk is a Partner, Transactions based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Adams and Reese LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in Tennessee United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee United States Court of A (1979). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1979) and University of Tennessee (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Memberships / Affiliations •American Bar Association •Commercial Law League of America •Nashville Bar Association •Tennessee Bar Association. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Reed Houk is a lawyer practicing business, transactions, banking / financial services and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • David practices at Adams and Reese LLP in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

David Reed Houk's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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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 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 Reed Houk

Where is David Reed Houk's law office located?
David Reed Houk's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Adams and Reese LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Reed Houk handle?
David Reed Houk focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has David Reed Houk practiced law?
David Reed Houk has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did David Reed Houk go to law school?
David Reed Houk earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact David Reed Houk for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Reed Houk received?
David Reed Houk's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1979
B.S.
University of Tennessee
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee United States Court of A
Admitted: 1979

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