Atty. J. Cris Helton

Atty. J. Cris Helton

J. Cris Helton is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, divorce and 2 other areas of law.

Chattanooga Chattanooga 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (423) 266-7327 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

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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About

  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

J. Cris Helton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Cris Helton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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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.

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Family Law

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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 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 J. Cris Helton

Where is J. Cris Helton's law office located?
J. Cris Helton's law practice is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The firm is Helton Law Firm PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Cris Helton handle?
J. Cris Helton focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has J. Cris Helton practiced law?
J. Cris Helton has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did J. Cris Helton go to law school?
J. Cris Helton earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact J. Cris Helton for a consultation?
You can contact J. Cris Helton 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.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1990
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1990

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