Atty. James Wheeler

Atty. James Wheeler

James Wheeler is a lawyer practicing estate planning & probate, administrative law, alternative dispute resolution and 10 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Jonesborough Jonesborough 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About James Wheeler at a glance

James Wheeler is a Member based in Jonesborough, Tennessee. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1992). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1992) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Elder Law Section Estate Planning and Probate Section YLD Fellows. Serands clients in Jonesborough, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Wheeler is a lawyer practicing estate planning & probate, administrative law, alternative dispute resolution and 10 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices in Jonesborough, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James Wheeler's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Wheeler is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Tennessee →

Probate

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Wheeler is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 Jonesborough 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 Wheeler

Where is James Wheeler's law office located?
James Wheeler's law practice is located in Jonesborough, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Wheeler handle?
James Wheeler focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James Wheeler practiced law?
James Wheeler has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James Wheeler go to law school?
James Wheeler earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact James Wheeler for a consultation?
You can contact James Wheeler 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 Wheeler received?
James Wheeler's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1992
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1992

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