Atty. Gerald Howard Summers

Atty. Gerald Howard Summers

Gerald Howard Summers is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal law - defense, labor & employment law and 9 other areas of law. Gerald received a B.A. degree from University of the South in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Chattanooga Chattanooga 60 yrs experience 60 year
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About Gerald Howard Summers at a glance

Gerald Howard Summers is a Member based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1966). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (LL.B., 1966) and University of the South (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, 2003—) Inns of Court International Academy of Trial Lawyers (1994) Sixth Circuit Judicial Conference Delegate (1995, Fellow: Tennessee Bar Foundation. Serands clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gerald Howard Summers is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal law - defense, labor & employment law and 9 other areas of law
  • Gerald received a B.A. degree from University of the South in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Gerald practices at Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers in Chattanooga, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald Howard Summers's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Howard Summers handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

Gerald Howard Summers is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Gerald Howard Summers is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Gerald Howard Summers is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Gerald Howard Summers is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 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 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 Gerald Howard Summers

Where is Gerald Howard Summers's law office located?
Gerald Howard Summers's law practice is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The firm is Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald Howard Summers handle?
Gerald Howard Summers focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Gerald Howard Summers practiced law?
Gerald Howard Summers has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Gerald Howard Summers go to law school?
Gerald Howard Summers earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact Gerald Howard Summers for a consultation?
You can contact Gerald Howard Summers directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Gerald Howard Summers received?
Gerald Howard Summers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1966
B.A.
University of the South
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1966

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