Atty. Michael S. Lattier

Atty. Michael S. Lattier

Michael S. Lattier practices at Hunter, Smith and Davis, LLP Read Full Bio

Kingsport Kingsport 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael S. Lattier at a glance

Michael S. Lattier is a Partner based in Kingsport, Tennessee, practicing at Hunter, Smith and Davis, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Montana (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1990), U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit, U.S. Supreme Court (1991), and Tennessee (1995). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1985) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Florida Bar Tennessee and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Kingsport, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Michael S. Lattier practices at Hunter, Smith and Davis, LLP Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

Michael S. Lattier's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael S. Lattier handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Kingsport 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 Michael S. Lattier

Where is Michael S. Lattier's law office located?
Michael S. Lattier's law practice is located in Kingsport, Tennessee. The firm is Hunter, Smith and Davis, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael S. Lattier handle?
Michael S. Lattier focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Michael S. Lattier practiced law?
Michael S. Lattier has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael S. Lattier go to law school?
Michael S. Lattier earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Michael S. Lattier for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael S. Lattier received?
Michael S. Lattier's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1985
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit, U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
Tennessee
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth and Seventh Circ
Admitted: 1996
Florida
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2001

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