Atty. J. William Coley

Atty. J. William Coley

J. William Coley is a lawyer practicing utility law, civil litigation, contracts and 6 other areas of law.

Knoxville Knoxville 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About J. William Coley at a glance

J. William Coley is a Member based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Hodges, Doughty and Carson, PLLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, zoning, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1985). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1985) and University of Tennessee (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J. William Coley is a lawyer practicing utility law, civil litigation, contracts and 6 other areas of law
  • J. William received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • J. William practices at Hodges, Doughty and Carson, PLLC in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

J. William Coley's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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.

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Land Use & Zoning

J. William Coley is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

Government & Administrative 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 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. William Coley

Where is J. William Coley's law office located?
J. William Coley's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Hodges, Doughty and Carson, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. William Coley handle?
J. William Coley focuses on contracts, personal injury, zoning, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has J. William Coley practiced law?
J. William Coley has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did J. William Coley go to law school?
J. William Coley earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact J. William Coley for a consultation?
You can contact J. William Coley 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. William Coley received?
J. William Coley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1985
B.S.
University of Tennessee
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1985

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