Atty. James Payne Grayson

Atty. James Payne Grayson

James Payne Grayson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, real estate and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from East Tennessee State University in 1959, and has been licensed for 65 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Payne Grayson at a glance

James Payne Grayson is a Member based in Bristol, Tennessee, practicing at James P. Grayson. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, real estate, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1961). Educated at Cumberland University (J.D., 1961) and East Tennessee State University (B.S., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bristol (President, 1976-1977) and Tennessee Bar Associations. Serands clients in Bristol, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Payne Grayson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from East Tennessee State University in 1959, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • James practices at James P. Grayson in Bristol, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James Payne Grayson's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

James Payne Grayson is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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 Payne Grayson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

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 Payne Grayson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Payne Grayson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Payne Grayson 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 Bristol 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 Payne Grayson

Where is James Payne Grayson's law office located?
James Payne Grayson's law practice is located in Bristol, Tennessee. The firm is James P. Grayson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Payne Grayson handle?
James Payne Grayson focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, real estate, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James Payne Grayson practiced law?
James Payne Grayson has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did James Payne Grayson go to law school?
James Payne Grayson earned their education at (J.D., 1961); (B.S., 1959).
How can I contact James Payne Grayson for a consultation?
You can contact James Payne Grayson 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 Payne Grayson received?
James Payne Grayson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland University
- 1961
B.S.
East Tennessee State University
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1961

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