Atty. Gary R. Patrick
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Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving Chattanooga, TN · 52+ Years Experience
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About Gary R. Patrick at a Glance
Gary R. Patrick is a Managing Partner based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Patrick, Beard, Schulman & Jacoway, P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1974) and Georgia (1979). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1974) and University of Tennessee (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chattanooga and Tennessee Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia. Serves clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary R. Patrick
Awards
AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About AwardsClient Champion Awards
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At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.
At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
Martindale Peer Awards
A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:
AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Gary R. Patrick got this award in 2021
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Awards
Top Contributor: The Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, .com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the community.
Client’s Choice: The Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
Practice Areas Explained
Gary R. Patrick's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary R. Patrick handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chattanooga.
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.
Gary R. Patrick is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →
Employment Law in Chattanooga
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Gary R. Patrick is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →
Business & Corporate Law in Chattanooga
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Gary R. Patrick is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →
Real Estate Law in Chattanooga
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Gary R. Patrick is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Chattanooga
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Gary R. Patrick is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee →
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 Gary R. Patrick
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 Gary R. Patrick's practice in the field of estate planning, employment, business, real estate, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gary R. Patrick brings 52+ 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 and Georgia, Gary R. Patrick can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, employment, and business, Gary R. Patrick 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 Gary R. Patrick attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gary R. Patrick Handles in Chattanooga
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Gary R. Patrick has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Gary R. Patrick directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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