Atty. John C Whitfield

Atty. John C Whitfield

John C Whitfield is a lawyer practicing class actions, criminal law, domestic relations and 12 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Nashville Nashville 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About John C Whitfield at a glance

John C Whitfield is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wills, probate, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Kentucky Illinois (1983), Missouri (2013), and Tennessee (2014). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1982) and University of Kentucky (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John C Whitfield is a lawyer practicing class actions, criminal law, domestic relations and 12 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • John practices in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

John C Whitfield's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wills

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Probate

John C Whitfield is one of 128,014 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.

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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.

John C Whitfield is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 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 John C Whitfield

Where is John C Whitfield's law office located?
John C Whitfield's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C Whitfield handle?
John C Whitfield focuses on car accidents, wills, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has John C Whitfield practiced law?
John C Whitfield has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John C Whitfield go to law school?
John C Whitfield earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact John C Whitfield for a consultation?
You can contact John C Whitfield 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 John C Whitfield received?
John C Whitfield's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1982
B.A.
University of Kentucky
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky Illinois
Admitted: 1983
Missouri
Admitted: 2013
Tennessee
Admitted: 2014

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