Atty. James Otis Lockard

Atty. James Otis Lockard

James Otis Lockard is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, medical malpractice and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Memphis in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Otis Lockard at a glance

James Otis Lockard is a Member based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Lockard Bingham And Kaplan. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, product liability, and government. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1972) and Arizona (inactive) (1973). Educated at University of Memphis (B.S., 1968) and University of Memphis J.D. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Otis Lockard is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, medical malpractice and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Memphis in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • James practices at Lockard Bingham And Kaplan in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James Otis Lockard's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James Otis Lockard is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice 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 Otis Lockard 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 Otis Lockard is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →

Product Liability

James Otis Lockard is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Tennessee →

Government & Administrative Law

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

James Otis Lockard is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Memphis 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 Otis Lockard

Where is James Otis Lockard's law office located?
James Otis Lockard's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Lockard Bingham And Kaplan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Otis Lockard handle?
James Otis Lockard focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, product liability, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James Otis Lockard practiced law?
James Otis Lockard has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did James Otis Lockard go to law school?
James Otis Lockard earned their education at (B.S., 1968); (—).
How can I contact James Otis Lockard for a consultation?
You can contact James Otis Lockard 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 Otis Lockard received?
James Otis Lockard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.S.
University of Memphis
- 1968
University of Memphis J.D.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1972
Arizona (inactive)
Admitted: 1973

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