Atty. James Allen Fields

Atty. James Allen Fields

James Allen Fields is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, probate, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Chattanooga Chattanooga 41 Years Experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About James Allen Fields at a glance

James Allen Fields is a Partner based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Samples, Jennings, Clem & Fields, PLLC.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1985), Georgia (1986), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee United States District Court for the Middle Distr (1986), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1987). Educated at University of Memphis (Memphis State) Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Tennessee (B.S. Public, 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of TBA Members. Serves clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Allen Fields is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, probate, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices at Samples, Jennings, Clem & Fields, PLLC. in Chattanooga, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James Allen Fields's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Allen Fields handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Allen Fields is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Allen Fields is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James Allen Fields is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James Allen Fields is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 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 venue, 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 James Allen Fields

Where is James Allen Fields's law office located?
James Allen Fields's law practice is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The firm is Samples, Jennings, Clem & Fields, PLLC.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Allen Fields handle?
James Allen Fields focuses on probate, estate planning, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James Allen Fields practiced law?
James Allen Fields has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James Allen Fields go to law school?
James Allen Fields earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S. Public, 1982).
How can I contact James Allen Fields for a consultation?
You can contact James Allen Fields 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 James Allen Fields received?
James Allen Fields's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Memphis (Memphis State) Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
- 1985
B.S. Public
University of Tennessee
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1985
Georgia
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee United States District Court for the Middle Distr
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1987

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