Atty. John Garrett

Atty. John Garrett

John Garrett is a lawyer practicing administrative hearings and appeals, administrative law, alternative dispute resolution and 21 other areas of law. John received a degree from Nashville School of Law, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Brentwood Brentwood 27 Years Experience 27 year
Call (615) 562-1184

Profile Summary

About John Garrett at a glance

John Garrett is a trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, and estate planning attorney based in Brentwood, Tennessee. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1999). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1991) and Nashville School of Law University of Tennessee (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Brentwood, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Garrett is a lawyer practicing administrative hearings and appeals, administrative law, alternative dispute resolution and 21 other areas of law
  • John received a degree from Nashville School of Law, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • John practices in Brentwood, TN

Practice Areas Explained

John Garrett's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John Garrett is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Brentwood 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 John Garrett

Where is John Garrett's law office located?
John Garrett's law practice is located in Brentwood, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Garrett handle?
John Garrett focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has John Garrett practiced law?
John Garrett has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did John Garrett go to law school?
John Garrett earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact John Garrett for a consultation?
You can contact John Garrett 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 Garrett received?
John Garrett's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1991
B.A.
Nashville School of Law University of Tennessee
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1999

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