Atty. John Ray Lewis

Atty. John Ray Lewis

John Ray Lewis is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, criminal defense, eminent domain and 17 other areas of law. John has been licensed for 38 years.

Nashville Nashville 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About John Ray Lewis at a glance

John Ray Lewis is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at John R. Lewis. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1988). Educated at University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (J.D., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Access to Justice Committee, TBA Members. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Ray Lewis is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, criminal defense, eminent domain and 17 other areas of law
  • John has been licensed for 38 years
  • John practices at John R. Lewis in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

John Ray Lewis's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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 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 Ray Lewis

Where is John Ray Lewis's law office located?
John Ray Lewis's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is John R. Lewis. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Ray Lewis handle?
John Ray Lewis focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has John Ray Lewis practiced law?
John Ray Lewis has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John Ray Lewis go to law school?
John Ray Lewis earned their education at (J.D., 1986).
How can I contact John Ray Lewis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Ray Lewis received?
John Ray Lewis's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1988

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