Atty. David Wilson Long

Atty. David Wilson Long

Order of the Coif; Phi Alpha Delta (Vice Justice, 1979-1980). Member, Mortar Board.

Knoxville Knoxville 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (865) 284-2092 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David Wilson Long at a glance

David Wilson Long is a Member based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Long, Ragsdale & Waters, P.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1981). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1981) and University of Tennessee (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Knoxville, Tennessee (Chairman, Real Estate Section, 1992-1993) and American (Member, Mortgages and other Debt Financing Committee Real Property Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Order of the Coif
  • Phi Alpha Delta (Vice Justice, 1979-1980)
  • Member, Mortar Board
  • Recipient, American Jurisprudence Award, Bankruptcy and Creditors Rights

Practice Areas Explained

David Wilson Long's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Wilson Long 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.

David Wilson Long is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

David Wilson Long is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Knoxville 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 Wilson Long

Where is David Wilson Long's law office located?
David Wilson Long's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Long, Ragsdale & Waters, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Wilson Long handle?
David Wilson Long focuses on business, real estate, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has David Wilson Long practiced law?
David Wilson Long has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did David Wilson Long go to law school?
David Wilson Long earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact David Wilson Long for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Wilson Long received?
David Wilson Long's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1981
B.S.
University of Tennessee
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1981

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