Atty. Dwight Tracy Shaw

Atty. Dwight Tracy Shaw

Dwight Tracy Shaw is a lawyer practicing civil trial practice, litigation. Dwight received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina, Charlotte in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Nashville Nashville 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Dwight Tracy Shaw at a glance

Dwight Tracy Shaw is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Howell & Fisher, PLLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1979), Tennessee (1980), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1982). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1979) and University of North Carolina, Charlotte (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nashville and Tennessee Bar Associations. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Dwight Tracy Shaw is a lawyer practicing civil trial practice, litigation
  • Dwight received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina, Charlotte in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Dwight practices at Howell & Fisher, PLLC in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Dwight Tracy Shaw's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dwight Tracy Shaw handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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

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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

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Where is Dwight Tracy Shaw's law office located?
Dwight Tracy Shaw's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Howell & Fisher, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dwight Tracy Shaw handle?
Dwight Tracy Shaw focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Dwight Tracy Shaw practiced law?
Dwight Tracy Shaw has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Dwight Tracy Shaw go to law school?
Dwight Tracy Shaw earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Dwight Tracy Shaw for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Dwight Tracy Shaw received?
Dwight Tracy Shaw's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University
- 1979
B.A.
University of North Carolina, Charlotte
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
Tennessee
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1982

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