Atty. J. Steven Collins

Atty. J. Steven Collins

J. Steven Collins is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, premises liability, family law and 1 other area of law.

Knoxville Knoxville 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Steven Collins at a glance

J. Steven Collins is an Of Counsel based in Knoxville, Tennessee. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on family law, employment, slip & fall, and adr. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1986), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1988), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1993). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1986) and University of Tennessee (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Knoxville Bar Association. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J. Steven Collins is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, premises liability, family law and 1 other area of law
  • J. Steven received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1978, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • J. Steven practices in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

J. Steven Collins's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

J. Steven Collins is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Tennessee →

Employment Law

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

J. Steven Collins is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

J. Steven Collins is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Tennessee →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

J. Steven Collins is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Knoxville 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. Steven Collins

Where is J. Steven Collins's law office located?
J. Steven Collins's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Steven Collins handle?
J. Steven Collins focuses on family law, employment, slip & fall, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has J. Steven Collins practiced law?
J. Steven Collins has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did J. Steven Collins go to law school?
J. Steven Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact J. Steven Collins for a consultation?
You can contact J. Steven Collins 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. Steven Collins received?
J. Steven Collins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1986
B.S.
University of Tennessee
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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