Atty. J. Andrew Goddard

Atty. J. Andrew Goddard

J. Andrew Goddard is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, administrative and regulatory proceedings, environmental and 6 other areas of law.

Nashville Nashville 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Andrew Goddard at a glance

J. Andrew Goddard is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on litigation, environmental, government, health care, and international. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1978). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1978) and Vanderbilt University (B.E., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nashville, Tennessee (Chair, Environmental Law Section, 1996-1997) and American Bar Associations Environmental Law Institute. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J. Andrew Goddard is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, administrative and regulatory proceedings, environmental and 6 other areas of law
  • J. Andrew received a B.E. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • J. Andrew practices at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

J. Andrew Goddard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Andrew Goddard 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.

J. Andrew Goddard is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

J. Andrew Goddard is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Tennessee →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

J. Andrew Goddard is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Tennessee →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

J. Andrew Goddard is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Tennessee →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 J. Andrew Goddard

Where is J. Andrew Goddard's law office located?
J. Andrew Goddard's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Bass, Berry & Sims PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Andrew Goddard handle?
J. Andrew Goddard focuses on litigation, environmental, government, health care, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has J. Andrew Goddard practiced law?
J. Andrew Goddard has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did J. Andrew Goddard go to law school?
J. Andrew Goddard earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.E., 1975).
How can I contact J. Andrew Goddard for a consultation?
You can contact J. Andrew Goddard 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 J. Andrew Goddard received?
J. Andrew Goddard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1978
B.E.
Vanderbilt University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1978

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