Atty. James N. Pate

Atty. James N. Pate

James N. Pate is a lawyer practicing litigation - general civil practice, criminal law - defense, disability law and 6 other areas of law.

Erwin Erwin 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About James N. Pate at a glance

James N. Pate is a Chief Title Atty., T.V.A. based in Erwin, Tennessee. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1968) and Tennessee (1979). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1968) and East Tennessee State University (B.S., 1962). Serands clients in Erwin, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James N. Pate is a lawyer practicing litigation - general civil practice, criminal law - defense, disability law and 6 other areas of law
  • James N. received a B.S. degree from East Tennessee State University in 1962, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • James N. practices in Erwin, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James N. Pate's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family 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 Erwin 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 N. Pate

Where is James N. Pate's law office located?
James N. Pate's law practice is located in Erwin, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James N. Pate handle?
James N. Pate focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James N. Pate practiced law?
James N. Pate has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did James N. Pate go to law school?
James N. Pate earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.S., 1962).
How can I contact James N. Pate for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1968
B.S.
East Tennessee State University
- 1962

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1968
Tennessee
Admitted: 1979

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