Atty. Joe Dughman

Atty. Joe Dughman

Joe Dughman is a lawyer practicing litigation - general civil practice, elder law, tort & personal injury. Joe received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Nashville Nashville 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (629) 276-0201

Profile Summary

About Joe Dughman at a glance

Joe Dughman is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Joe Dughman & Associates. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1974), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1994). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 1974) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of TBA Members. Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joe Dughman is a lawyer practicing litigation - general civil practice, elder law, tort & personal injury
  • Joe received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Joe practices at Joe Dughman & Associates in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Joe Dughman's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Joe Dughman is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 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 Joe Dughman

Where is Joe Dughman's law office located?
Joe Dughman's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Joe Dughman & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joe Dughman handle?
Joe Dughman focuses on personal injury, litigation, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Joe Dughman practiced law?
Joe Dughman has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Joe Dughman go to law school?
Joe Dughman earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact Joe Dughman for a consultation?
You can contact Joe Dughman 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 Joe Dughman received?
Joe Dughman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Nashville School of Law
- 1974
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1994

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