Atty. DeWitt M. Shy, Jr.

Atty. DeWitt M. Shy, Jr.

DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. is a lawyer practicing product liability, personal injury, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law.

Germantown Germantown 50 yrs experience 50 year
Call (901) 520-6935 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. at a glance

DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. is a personal injury, business, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Germantown, Tennessee. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1976). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1976) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Defense Research Institute The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Germantown, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. is a lawyer practicing product liability, personal injury, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • DeWitt M. received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • DeWitt M. practices in Germantown, TN

Practice Areas Explained

DeWitt M. Shy, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

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

DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Product Liability

DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Germantown 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 DeWitt M. Shy, Jr.

Where is DeWitt M. Shy, Jr.'s law office located?
DeWitt M. Shy, Jr.'s law practice is located in Germantown, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. handle?
DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. practiced law?
DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. go to law school?
DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has DeWitt M. Shy, Jr. received?
DeWitt M. Shy, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1976
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1976

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