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Atty. James Winfred Smythe

Atty. James Winfred Smythe

Mr. James Winfred Smythe is a lawyer practicing creditors' rights / collections, bankruptcy.

Nashville Nashville 8 yrs experience 8 year
Call (629) 213-3630 Book Appointment

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About James Winfred Smythe at a glance

James Winfred Smythe is an Associate based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Smythe Huff & Murphy, PC. They have 8+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2018. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Alabama (2018), Tennessee (2019), and U.S. District Court of Middle District of Tennessee (2019). Educated at Samford University Cumberland School of Law (J.D., 2016) and Birmingham Southern College (B.A., 2013). Active member of Tennessee Bar Association Nashville Bar Association. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Winfred Smythe is a lawyer practicing creditors' rights / collections, bankruptcy
  • James received a B.A. degree from Birmingham Southern College in 2013, and has been licensed for 8 years
  • James practices at Smythe Huff & Murphy, PC in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James Winfred Smythe's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 Nashville 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 Winfred Smythe

Where is James Winfred Smythe's law office located?
James Winfred Smythe's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Smythe Huff & Murphy, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Winfred Smythe handle?
James Winfred Smythe focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James Winfred Smythe practiced law?
James Winfred Smythe has 8+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2018.
Where did James Winfred Smythe go to law school?
James Winfred Smythe earned their education at (J.D., 2016); (B.A., 2013).
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Education

J.D.
Samford University Cumberland School of Law
- 2016
B.A.
Birmingham Southern College
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 2018
Tennessee
Admitted: 2019
U.S. District Court of Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2019

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