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.
Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Cookeville, TN · 41+ Years Experience
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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. Serves clients in Cookeville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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
- Richard practices at Richard E. King in Cookeville, TN
Practice Areas Explained
Richard Eugene King's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Eugene King handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cookeville.
Personal Injury in Cookeville
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 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →
Criminal Defense in Cookeville
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 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →
Workers Compensation in Cookeville
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 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →
Social Security Disability in Cookeville
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Richard Eugene King is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cookeville
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.
Cookeville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cookeville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Cookeville Choose Richard Eugene King
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Richard Eugene King's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and ssd.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard Eugene King brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Tennessee, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee, Richard Eugene King can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp, Richard Eugene King can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cookeville
A Cookeville-based practice means Richard Eugene King attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Richard Eugene King Handles in Cookeville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Richard Eugene King has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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