Atty. James Edward Thompson

Atty. James Edward Thompson

James Edward Thompson is a lawyer practicing elder law, trust, estate planning and 1 other area of law. James Edward received a degree from Memphis Cecil C.

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Profile Summary

About James Edward Thompson at a glance

James Edward Thompson is a Member based in Crab Orchard, Tennessee, practicing at Thompson & Associates. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Florida (1976), Colorado (1977), and Tennessee (2003). Educated at Florida State University (J.D. Western, 1975) and Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law United States Air Force Academy (B.S. George, 1968). Active member of Elder Law Section, Estate Planning and Probate Section, TBA Members. Serands clients in Crab Orchard, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Edward Thompson is a lawyer practicing elder law, trust, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • James Edward received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James Edward practices at Thompson & Associates in Crab Orchard, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James Edward Thompson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

James Edward Thompson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

James Edward Thompson is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Crab Orchard 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 Edward Thompson

Where is James Edward Thompson's law office located?
James Edward Thompson's law practice is located in Crab Orchard, Tennessee. The firm is Thompson & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Edward Thompson handle?
James Edward Thompson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James Edward Thompson practiced law?
James Edward Thompson has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James Edward Thompson go to law school?
James Edward Thompson earned their education at (J.D. Western, 1975); (B.S. George, 1968).
How can I contact James Edward Thompson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Western
Florida State University
- 1975
B.S. George
Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law United States Air Force Academy
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1976
Colorado
Admitted: 1977
Tennessee
Admitted: 2003

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