Atty. Joseph Chester Simpson

Atty. Joseph Chester Simpson

Joseph Chester Simpson is a lawyer practicing business law, elder law, estate planning & probate and 8 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee - Knoxville in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Chattanooga Chattanooga 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Chester Simpson at a glance

Joseph Chester Simpson is a Senior Counsel based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Husch Blackwell LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. Tax Court (1987) and Georgia (2014). Educated at University of Tennessee - Knoxville (B.S. Finance, 1984) and University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law J.D. 1987 American Jurisprudence Award University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law J.D. Business Litigation (—). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Estate Planning and Probate Section Tax Law Section. Serands clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Chester Simpson is a lawyer practicing business law, elder law, estate planning & probate and 8 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee - Knoxville in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Joseph practices at Husch Blackwell LLP in Chattanooga, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Chester Simpson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Joseph Chester Simpson is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Tennessee →

Probate

Joseph Chester Simpson is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Tennessee →

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.

Joseph Chester Simpson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Joseph Chester Simpson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Joseph Chester Simpson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Chattanooga 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 Joseph Chester Simpson

Where is Joseph Chester Simpson's law office located?
Joseph Chester Simpson's law practice is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The firm is Husch Blackwell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Chester Simpson handle?
Joseph Chester Simpson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Joseph Chester Simpson practiced law?
Joseph Chester Simpson has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Joseph Chester Simpson go to law school?
Joseph Chester Simpson earned their education at (B.S. Finance, 1984); (—).
How can I contact Joseph Chester Simpson for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Chester Simpson 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 Joseph Chester Simpson received?
Joseph Chester Simpson's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

B.S. Finance
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
- 1984
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law J.D. 1987 American Jurisprudence Award University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law J.D. Business Litigation
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Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Tennessee U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1987
Georgia
Admitted: 2014

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