Atty. E. Clifton Knowles

Atty. E. Clifton Knowles

E. Clifton Knowles is a lawyer practicing litigation, class actions, appellate practice.

Nashville Nashville 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (615) 562-2236 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About E. Clifton Knowles at a glance

E. Clifton Knowles is an U.S. Mag. J. based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on class action, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1978). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1977) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1973). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • E. Clifton Knowles is a lawyer practicing litigation, class actions, appellate practice
  • E. Clifton received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • E. Clifton practices in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

E. Clifton Knowles's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases E. Clifton Knowles handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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

Common questions about E. Clifton Knowles

Where is E. Clifton Knowles's law office located?
E. Clifton Knowles's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does E. Clifton Knowles handle?
E. Clifton Knowles focuses on class action, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has E. Clifton Knowles practiced law?
E. Clifton Knowles has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did E. Clifton Knowles go to law school?
E. Clifton Knowles earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact E. Clifton Knowles for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1977
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1978

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