Atty. James Douglas Overbey

Atty. James Douglas Overbey

James Douglas Overbey is a lawyer practicing administrative law, antitrust law, business law and 6 other areas of law. James Douglas received a B.A. degree from Carson-Newman College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Knoxville Knoxville 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James Douglas Overbey at a glance

James Douglas Overbey is an Of Counsel based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Owings, Wilson & Coleman. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1979) and Carson-Newman College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Knoxville, Blount County, Tennessee (Member, Health Law Section) and American (Member, Sections on Antitrust Law Health Law) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Douglas Overbey is a lawyer practicing administrative law, antitrust law, business law and 6 other areas of law
  • James Douglas received a B.A. degree from Carson-Newman College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James Douglas practices at Owings, Wilson & Coleman in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James Douglas Overbey's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James Douglas Overbey is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Tennessee →

Health Care Law

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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 Douglas Overbey

Where is James Douglas Overbey's law office located?
James Douglas Overbey's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Owings, Wilson & Coleman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Douglas Overbey handle?
James Douglas Overbey focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James Douglas Overbey practiced law?
James Douglas Overbey has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Douglas Overbey go to law school?
James Douglas Overbey earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James Douglas Overbey for a consultation?
You can contact James Douglas Overbey 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 Douglas Overbey received?
James Douglas Overbey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1979
B.A.
Carson-Newman College
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

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