Atty. Martha Meares

Atty. Martha Meares

Martha Meares is a lawyer practicing family law, insurance defense, personal injury and 5 other areas of law. Martha received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1970, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Maryville Maryville 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Martha Meares at a glance

Martha Meares is a Principal based in Maryville, Tennessee, practicing at Meares & Dillard. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and child support. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1972). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1971) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of TBA Members. Serands clients in Maryville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Martha Meares is a lawyer practicing family law, insurance defense, personal injury and 5 other areas of law
  • Martha received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1970, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Martha practices at Meares & Dillard in Maryville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Martha Meares's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Martha Meares 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.

Martha Meares is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Tennessee →

Child Custody & Visitation

Martha Meares is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Tennessee →

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.

Martha Meares is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Family Law

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

Martha Meares is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Tennessee →

Child Support

Martha Meares is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support 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 Maryville 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 Martha Meares

Where is Martha Meares's law office located?
Martha Meares's law practice is located in Maryville, Tennessee. The firm is Meares & Dillard. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Martha Meares handle?
Martha Meares focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Martha Meares practiced law?
Martha Meares has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Martha Meares go to law school?
Martha Meares earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact Martha Meares for a consultation?
You can contact Martha Meares 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 Martha Meares received?
Martha Meares's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1971
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1972

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