Atty. Joel Alan Cherry

Atty. Joel Alan Cherry

Joel Alan Cherry is a lawyer practicing entertainment law, music, motion pictures and television and 2 other areas of law. Joel received a B.A. degree from Penn State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Memphis Memphis 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Alan Cherry at a glance

Joel Alan Cherry is a business, real estate, ip, and entertainment attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Georgia (Inactive) (1979) and Tennessee (1996). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1979) and Penn State University (B.A. International, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joel Alan Cherry is a lawyer practicing entertainment law, music, motion pictures and television and 2 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from Penn State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Joel practices in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Alan Cherry's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Joel Alan Cherry is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Joel Alan Cherry is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Joel Alan Cherry is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Tennessee →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Joel Alan Cherry is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment 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 Memphis 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 Joel Alan Cherry

Where is Joel Alan Cherry's law office located?
Joel Alan Cherry's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Alan Cherry handle?
Joel Alan Cherry focuses on business, real estate, ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Joel Alan Cherry practiced law?
Joel Alan Cherry has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Joel Alan Cherry go to law school?
Joel Alan Cherry earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. International, 1971).
How can I contact Joel Alan Cherry for a consultation?
You can contact Joel Alan Cherry 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 Joel Alan Cherry received?
Joel Alan Cherry's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 1979
B.A. International
Penn State University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1979
Tennessee
Admitted: 1996

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