Atty. Joy Marie Sims

Atty. Joy Marie Sims

Joy Marie Sims is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 14 other areas of law. Joy received a B.A. degree from Hollins College in 1976, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Nashville Nashville 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Joy Marie Sims at a glance

Joy Marie Sims is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Joy M. Sims. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, car accidents, child custody, and probate. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1983). Educated at Memphis State University (J.D., 1983) and Hollins College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joy Marie Sims is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 14 other areas of law
  • Joy received a B.A. degree from Hollins College in 1976, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Joy practices at Joy M. Sims in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Joy Marie Sims's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

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Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joy Marie Sims is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Tennessee →

Child Custody & Visitation

Joy Marie Sims is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Tennessee →

Probate

Joy Marie Sims is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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 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 Joy Marie Sims

Where is Joy Marie Sims's law office located?
Joy Marie Sims's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Joy M. Sims. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joy Marie Sims handle?
Joy Marie Sims focuses on divorce, wills, car accidents, child custody, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Joy Marie Sims practiced law?
Joy Marie Sims has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Joy Marie Sims go to law school?
Joy Marie Sims earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Joy Marie Sims for a consultation?
You can contact Joy Marie Sims 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 Joy Marie Sims received?
Joy Marie Sims's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Memphis State University
- 1983
B.A.
Hollins College
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1983

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