Atty. John D. Schwalb
Phi Delta Phi; Omicron Delta Epsilon. Listed, Mid-South Super Lawyers, 2006.
Civil Practice & More Attorney · Serving Franklin, TN · 41+ Years Experience
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About John D. Schwalb at a Glance
John D. Schwalb is a Member based in Franklin, Tennessee, practicing at John D. Schwalb, PLLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, criminal defense, family law, employment, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1985), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1986), and U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Seventh, Ninth and Eleventh Circuits and U.S. Dist (1988). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1985) and University of Utah (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American, Tennessee and Williamson County Bar Associations Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Franklin, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John D. Schwalb
- Phi Delta Phi
- Omicron Delta Epsilon
- Listed, Mid-South Super Lawyers, 2006
- Adjunct Instructor, Middle Tennessee State University, 1986-1988
Contributing Author
The Fair Labor Standards Act, BNA Books, 2000
Practice Areas Explained
John D. Schwalb's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John D. Schwalb handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Franklin.
Wrongful Death in Franklin
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Criminal Defense in Franklin
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Family Law in Franklin
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Employment Law in Franklin
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Civil Litigation in Franklin
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Franklin
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 Franklin 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.
Franklin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Franklin-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Franklin Choose John D. Schwalb
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John D. Schwalb's practice in the field of wrongful death, criminal defense, family law, employment, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John D. Schwalb brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Tennessee, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee, John D. Schwalb can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, criminal defense, and family law, John D. Schwalb can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Franklin
A Franklin-based practice means John D. Schwalb attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John D. Schwalb Handles in Franklin
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