Atty. James D. Farris

Atty. James D. Farris

James D. Farris is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning.

Memphis Memphis 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (901) 677-0388 Book Appointment

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About James D. Farris at a glance

James D. Farris is a estate planning and real estate attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1981). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (J.D. History, 1981) and Tulane University of Louisiana (B.A. History, 1976). Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James D. Farris is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning
  • James received a B.A. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James D. Farris's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James D. Farris is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Memphis 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

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Where is James D. Farris's law office located?
James D. Farris's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James D. Farris handle?
James D. Farris focuses on estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James D. Farris practiced law?
James D. Farris has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James D. Farris go to law school?
James D. Farris earned their education at (J.D. History, 1981); (B.A. History, 1976).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D. History
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1981
B.A. History
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1981

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