Atty. John J. Bennett
John is a partner in the firm’s Memphis office. John’s practice is primarily devoted to litigation.
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John J. Bennett is a Partner based in Memphis, Tennessee, practforg at Reifers Holmes & Peters, LLC.. They haand 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2013) and Mississippi U.S. District Court Western District of Tennessee; U.S. District Court Middle District o (2014). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D., 2013) and Birmingham-Southern College (B.A., 2009). Actiand member of Mississippi Bar Association Memphis Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association, National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John is a partner in the firm’s Memphis office
- John’s practice is primarily devoted to litigation
- He is involved in the defense of claims filed against Class I railroads, including Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA)/occupational exposure, grade crossing, and trespasser cases
- John also practices in the areas of premises liability, trucking defense, employment defense, general insurance defense/coverage, and general civil matters
- He particularly enjoys litigation because it gives him the ability to be creative in making novel, compelling arguments in service of his clients
- While in law school, John served as an associate editor of the Mississippi College Law Review
- John lives in Collierville, Tennessee, with his wife, who also practices law, three children, and one dog Lucy
- When he is not practicing law, John enjoys spending time with his family, listening to live music, and attempting to cook the perfect pork shoulder
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Tennessee
Practforg law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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