Atty. David Wayne Hunter
Mr. David Wayne Hunter is a lawyer practicing corporate and foundation tax planning and preparation, educational, estates and 25 other areas of law.
Corporate and Foundation Tax Planning and Preparation & More Attorney · Serving Chattanooga, TN · 25+ Years Experience
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About David Wayne Hunter at a Glance
David Wayne Hunter is an Of Counsel based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2001), Alabama (2001), U.S. Tax Court (2002), and U.S. District Court Northern District of Alabama (2003). Educated at The University of Memphis School Of Law (J.D., 2001) and Tennessee Technological University (B.S.B.A. Accounting, 1996). Active member of Professional •Chattanooga Tax Practitioners •Chattanooga Estate Planning Council Bar Associations •Chattanooga Bar Association •Tennessee Bar Association •Alabama Bar Association •American Bar Association. Serves clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Wayne Hunter
- Mr. David Wayne Hunter is a lawyer practicing corporate and foundation tax planning and preparation, educational, estates and 25 other areas of law
- David received a B.S.B.A. degree from Tennessee Technological University in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years
- David practices at Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C. in Chattanooga, TN
Practice Areas Explained
David Wayne Hunter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Wayne Hunter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chattanooga.
Trusts in Chattanooga
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Probate in Chattanooga
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Family Law in Chattanooga
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Estate Planning & Probate in Chattanooga
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Chattanooga
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chattanooga
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 venue, 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.
Chattanooga Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chattanooga-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chattanooga Choose David Wayne Hunter
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Wayne Hunter's practice in the field of trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Wayne Hunter brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Tennessee, Alabama, and U.S. Tax Court, David Wayne Hunter can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and family law, David Wayne Hunter can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chattanooga
A Chattanooga-based practice means David Wayne Hunter attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Wayne Hunter Handles in Chattanooga
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