Atty. Jay Nelson Chamness

Atty. Jay Nelson Chamness

Jay Nelson Chamness is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estate planning, labor & employment law and 6 other areas of law. Jay received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Nashville Nashville 33 Years Experience 33 year
Call (615) 747-7299

Profile Summary

About Jay Nelson Chamness at a glance

Jay Nelson Chamness is a Partner based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Cornelius & Collins, LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1993), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1994), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1998). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1993) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nashville, Tennessee and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jay Nelson Chamness is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estate planning, labor & employment law and 6 other areas of law
  • Jay received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Jay practices at Cornelius & Collins, LLP in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Nelson Chamness's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Jay Nelson Chamness is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Tennessee →

Probate

Jay Nelson Chamness is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Tennessee →

Medical Malpractice

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

Jay Nelson Chamness is one of 44,425 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.

Jay Nelson Chamness is one of 238,048 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.

Jay Nelson Chamness is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 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 venue, 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 Jay Nelson Chamness

Where is Jay Nelson Chamness's law office located?
Jay Nelson Chamness's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Cornelius & Collins, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Nelson Chamness handle?
Jay Nelson Chamness focuses on wills, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Jay Nelson Chamness practiced law?
Jay Nelson Chamness has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Jay Nelson Chamness go to law school?
Jay Nelson Chamness earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Jay Nelson Chamness for a consultation?
You can contact Jay Nelson Chamness 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 Jay Nelson Chamness received?
Jay Nelson Chamness's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1993
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1998

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