Atty. John Davis Pellegrin

Atty. John Davis Pellegrin

Since 1980, John Pellegrin has based his practice in Sumner County. He has tried over 200 jury trials, more than any other practicing attorney in Sumner County.

Gallatin Gallatin 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About John Davis Pellegrin at a glance

John Davis Pellegrin is a dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and federal crimes attorney based in Gallatin, Tennessee, practicing at Pellegrin & Associates. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1980). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Middle Tennessee State University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Gallatin, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Since 1980, John Pellegrin has based his practice in Sumner County
  • He has tried over 200 jury trials, more than any other practicing attorney in Sumner County
  • Because of his extensive experience, he has been featured as a speaker at seminars for attorneys, both in Tennessee and out-of-state
  • Topics Mr. Pellegrin has been asked to teach to other attorneys include areas dealing with trial tactics, such as cross examination techniques, opening statements, final argument, etc. as well as various areas of substantive law
  • He is a past President and lifetime member of the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association (now Tennessee Association for Justice), and a lifetime member of Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and has been a member of the Tennessee Continuing Legal Education Commission
  • He has received an A.V. rating from Martindale-Hubble, which is the highest rating awarded to lawyers by that rating organization
  • He is a former hearing officer for TN Board of Professional Responsibility, the body charged with providing ethics oversight of attorneys in Tennessee
  • He is a lifelong resident of Gallatin, TN

Practice Areas Explained

John Davis Pellegrin's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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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.

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Criminal Defense

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Federal Crimes

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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 Gallatin 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 Davis Pellegrin

Where is John Davis Pellegrin's law office located?
John Davis Pellegrin's law practice is located in Gallatin, Tennessee. The firm is Pellegrin & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Davis Pellegrin handle?
John Davis Pellegrin focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has John Davis Pellegrin practiced law?
John Davis Pellegrin has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did John Davis Pellegrin go to law school?
John Davis Pellegrin earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact John Davis Pellegrin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Davis Pellegrin received?
John Davis Pellegrin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Nashville School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Middle Tennessee State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1980

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