Atty. James Cortney Sikes

Atty. James Cortney Sikes

James Cortney Sikes is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, dui & dwi, personal injury and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years.

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About James Cortney Sikes at a glance

James Cortney Sikes is a Partner based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Wykoff & Sikes, PLLC. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2005). Educated at University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (J.D., 2005) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 2002). Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Cortney Sikes is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, dui & dwi, personal injury and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • James practices at Wykoff & Sikes, PLLC in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James Cortney Sikes's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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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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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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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 James Cortney Sikes

Where is James Cortney Sikes's law office located?
James Cortney Sikes's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Wykoff & Sikes, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Cortney Sikes handle?
James Cortney Sikes focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James Cortney Sikes practiced law?
James Cortney Sikes has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did James Cortney Sikes go to law school?
James Cortney Sikes earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.S., 2002).
How can I contact James Cortney Sikes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
- 2005
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2005

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