Atty. Michael Eugene Clift

Atty. Michael Eugene Clift

Michael Eugene Clift is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, mediator. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Cookeville Cookeville 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (931) 650-5721

Profile Summary

About Michael Eugene Clift at a glance

Michael Eugene Clift is a Rule 31 Mediator based in Cookeville, Tennessee. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on divorce and adr. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (Inactive) (1974), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1975), U.S. Supreme Court (1977), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1978). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1974) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Putnam County, Tennessee (Member, Board of Governors, 1979-1980) and American Bar Associations Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Cookeville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Eugene Clift is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, mediator
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Michael practices in Cookeville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Eugene Clift's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Eugene Clift 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.

Michael Eugene Clift is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Tennessee →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Michael Eugene Clift is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Cookeville 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 venue, 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 Michael Eugene Clift

Where is Michael Eugene Clift's law office located?
Michael Eugene Clift's law practice is located in Cookeville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Eugene Clift handle?
Michael Eugene Clift focuses on divorce, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Michael Eugene Clift practiced law?
Michael Eugene Clift has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Michael Eugene Clift go to law school?
Michael Eugene Clift earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact Michael Eugene Clift for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Eugene Clift received?
Michael Eugene Clift's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1974
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee (Inactive)
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1978

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