Atty. Richard Eugene King

Atty. Richard Eugene King

Richard Eugene King is a lawyer practicing social security disability, personal injury, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a B.B.A. degree from University of North Florida in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Cookeville Cookeville 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Eugene King at a glance

Richard Eugene King is a Member based in Cookeville, Tennessee, practicing at Richard E. King. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1985), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1986), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1988). Educated at University of Tennessee, Knoxville (J.D., 1985) and University of North Florida (B.B.A., 1981). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Tennessee Bar Association Upper Cumberland Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Cookeville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Eugene King is a lawyer practicing social security disability, personal injury, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.B.A. degree from University of North Florida in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Richard practices at Richard E. King in Cookeville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Eugene King's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Eugene King handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Richard Eugene King is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Richard Eugene King is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Richard Eugene King is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Richard Eugene King is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 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 Richard Eugene King

Where is Richard Eugene King's law office located?
Richard Eugene King's law practice is located in Cookeville, Tennessee. The firm is Richard E. King. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Eugene King handle?
Richard Eugene King focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Richard Eugene King practiced law?
Richard Eugene King has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Richard Eugene King go to law school?
Richard Eugene King earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Richard Eugene King for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Eugene King 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 Richard Eugene King received?
Richard Eugene King's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- 1985
B.B.A.
University of North Florida
- 1981

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1988

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