Atty. Robert Joseph Mendes

Atty. Robert Joseph Mendes

Robert Joseph Mendes is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and restructuring, business litigation. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Nashville Nashville 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Joseph Mendes at a glance

Robert Joseph Mendes is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Sherrard Roe Voigt & Harbison. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1991), Tennessee (1995), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1996). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1991) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nashville Bar Association. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Joseph Mendes is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and restructuring, business litigation
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Robert practices at Sherrard Roe Voigt & Harbison in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Joseph Mendes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Joseph Mendes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Robert Joseph Mendes is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Robert Joseph Mendes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Nashville 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 Robert Joseph Mendes

Where is Robert Joseph Mendes's law office located?
Robert Joseph Mendes's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Sherrard Roe Voigt & Harbison. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Joseph Mendes handle?
Robert Joseph Mendes focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Robert Joseph Mendes practiced law?
Robert Joseph Mendes has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Robert Joseph Mendes go to law school?
Robert Joseph Mendes earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Robert Joseph Mendes for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Joseph Mendes 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 Robert Joseph Mendes received?
Robert Joseph Mendes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1991
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1991
Tennessee
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Flo
Admitted: 2007

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