Atty. Jerry Nelson Estes

Atty. Jerry Nelson Estes

Jerry Nelson Estes is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, property law and 6 other areas of law. Jerry received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Jerry Nelson Estes at a glance

Jerry Nelson Estes is a Member based in Athens, Tennessee, practicing at Jerry N. Estes Law Offices, PLLC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1976), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1977), and U.S. Supreme Court (1999). Educated at University of Tennessee College of Law (J.D., 1976) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of TBA Members. Serands clients in Athens, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jerry Nelson Estes is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, property law and 6 other areas of law
  • Jerry received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Jerry practices at Jerry N. Estes Law Offices, PLLC in Athens, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Jerry Nelson Estes's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Jerry Nelson Estes is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Tennessee →

Trusts

Jerry Nelson Estes is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Tennessee →

Probate

Jerry Nelson Estes 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.

Jerry Nelson Estes 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.

Jerry Nelson Estes is one of 226,536 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 Athens 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 Jerry Nelson Estes

Where is Jerry Nelson Estes's law office located?
Jerry Nelson Estes's law practice is located in Athens, Tennessee. The firm is Jerry N. Estes Law Offices, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jerry Nelson Estes handle?
Jerry Nelson Estes focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Jerry Nelson Estes practiced law?
Jerry Nelson Estes has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Jerry Nelson Estes go to law school?
Jerry Nelson Estes earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Jerry Nelson Estes for a consultation?
You can contact Jerry Nelson Estes 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 Jerry Nelson Estes received?
Jerry Nelson Estes's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee College of Law
- 1976
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1973

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1999

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