Atty. James David Petersen, Sr.
James David Petersen, Sr. is a lawyer practicing criminal law, domestic relations, probate and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Rhodes College formerly Southwestern at Memphis in 1960, and has been licensed for 58 years.
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James David Petersen, Sr. is a Member based in Franklin, Tennessee, practicing at James D. Petersen. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1968). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1968) and Rhodes College formerly Southwestern at Memphis (B.A., 1960). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of TBA Members. Serands clients in Franklin, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James David Petersen, Sr. is a lawyer practicing criminal law, domestic relations, probate and 4 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Rhodes College formerly Southwestern at Memphis in 1960, and has been licensed for 58 years
- James practices at James D. Petersen in Franklin, TN
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James David Petersen, Sr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
James David Petersen, Sr. is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Tennessee →
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.
James David Petersen, Sr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James David Petersen, Sr. is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James David Petersen, Sr. is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Tennessee →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James David Petersen, Sr. is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →
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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 Franklin 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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