Atty. James Bernard Cunningham
James Bernard Cunningham is a lawyer practicing business law, marijuana law, real property law. James received a B.B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Nashville, TN · 25+ Years Experience
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About James Bernard Cunningham at a Glance
James Bernard Cunningham is an Attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Dickinson Wright PLLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and cannabis. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2001) and Tennessee (2017). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 2001) and Western Michigan University (B.B.A., 1998). Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Bernard Cunningham
- James Bernard Cunningham is a lawyer practicing business law, marijuana law, real property law
- James received a B.B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
- James practices at Dickinson Wright PLLC in Nashville, TN
Practice Areas Explained
James Bernard Cunningham's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Bernard Cunningham handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Nashville.
Business & Corporate Law in Nashville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Bernard Cunningham is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →
Real Estate Law in Nashville
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James Bernard Cunningham is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →
Cannabis & Marijuana Law in Nashville
Cannabis attorneys for business licensing, regulatory compliance, and marijuana-related legal matters.
James Bernard Cunningham is one of 3,118 cannabis attorneys indexed nationally. Browse cannabis attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Nashville
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 Nashville 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.
Nashville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Nashville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Nashville Choose James Bernard Cunningham
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Bernard Cunningham's practice in the field of business, real estate, and cannabis.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Bernard Cunningham brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan and Tennessee, James Bernard Cunningham can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and cannabis, James Bernard Cunningham can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Nashville
A Nashville-based practice means James Bernard Cunningham attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Bernard Cunningham Handles in Nashville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Bernard Cunningham has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James Bernard Cunningham directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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