Atty. Melinda Smith Benham
Melinda Smith Benham is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy. Melinda received a B.S. degree from Memphis State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years.
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Melinda Smith Benham is a bankruptcy attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1986). Educated at Memphis State University (J.D., 1985) and Memphis State University (B.S., 1979). Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Melinda Smith Benham is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy
- Melinda received a B.S. degree from Memphis State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Melinda practices in Memphis, TN
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A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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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 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 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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