Atty. J. Cris Helton
J. Cris Helton is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, divorce and 2 other areas of law.
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About J. Cris Helton at a glance
J. Cris Helton is a dui/dwi, divorce, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Helton Law Firm PLLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1990). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1990) and University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (B.S., 1987). Serands clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- J. Cris Helton is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, divorce and 2 other areas of law
- J. Cris received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- J. Cris practices at Helton Law Firm PLLC in Chattanooga, TN
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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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