Atty. James Decatur Fox

Atty. James Decatur Fox

James Decatur Fox is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, wrongful death law and 1 other area of law. James has been licensed for 59 years.

Chattanooga Chattanooga 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About James Decatur Fox at a glance

James Decatur Fox is a Member based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Fox and Farmer Attorneys at Law. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1967). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1966). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Scott County, Tennessee and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Decatur Fox is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, wrongful death law and 1 other area of law
  • James has been licensed for 59 years
  • James practices at Fox and Farmer Attorneys at Law in Chattanooga, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James Decatur Fox's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

James Decatur Fox is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Tennessee →

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.

James Decatur Fox is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Decatur Fox is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 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 Decatur Fox

Where is James Decatur Fox's law office located?
James Decatur Fox's law practice is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The firm is Fox and Farmer Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Decatur Fox handle?
James Decatur Fox focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James Decatur Fox practiced law?
James Decatur Fox has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did James Decatur Fox go to law school?
James Decatur Fox earned their education at (J.D., 1966).
How can I contact James Decatur Fox for a consultation?
You can contact James Decatur Fox 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 Decatur Fox received?
James Decatur Fox's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1966

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1967

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