Atty. David W. Garrett
David W. Garrett is a highly respected family law attorney with nearly four decades of experience in Middle Tennessee.
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David W. Garrett is a Member based in Franklin, Tennessee, practicing at Garrett Talley & Thorington. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, and prenup. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1988). Educated at Cumberland School of Law at Samford University (J.D., 1988) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Franklin, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David W. Garrett is a highly respected family law attorney with nearly four decades of experience in Middle Tennessee
- Renowned for his handling of complex, high-asset divorce cases—including those involving business valuations and clients from the entertainment sector—David is also skilled in prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, as well as child custody matters
- As a Rule 31 listed mediator, he assists parties in resolving disputes outside of court
- David has twice chaired the Nashville Bar Association’s Continuing Education Committee and is a frequent speaker at family law seminars
- His achievements have earned him an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and recognition on the Mid-South Super Lawyers list
- A dedicated Franklin native and graduate of Battle Ground Academy, David holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee, where he was honored as a Torchbearer, and a law degree from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University
- He is also committed to community service, notably through his longstanding leadership with the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, where he has led major restoration and development initiatives
- David and his wife, Vivian, are proud parents to a son, a University of Virginia graduate and systems engineer
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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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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