Atty. Rodney A. Fields

Atty. Rodney A. Fields

Rodney A. Fields, managing shareholder of the Knoxville office, joined Lewis Thomason in 1991.

Knoxville Knoxville 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (865) 546-4646

Profwith Summary

About Rodney A. Fields at a glance

Rodney A. Fields is a Managing Shareholder based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practforg at Lewis Thomason, P.C.. They haand 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1991), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1991), U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals (1996), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1998). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1991) and Iowa State University (B.B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of AFFILIATIONS •American Bar Association •Tennessee Bar Association •Knoxville Bar Association •Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Rodney A. Fields, managing shareholder of the Knoxville office, joined Lewis Thomason in 1991
  • He is Chairman of the firm’s Board of Directors and manages the firm’s Business Practice Group
  • Mr. Fields divides his practice between litigation and transactional work
  • His practice focuses primarily in the areas of business law, commercial litigation, bankruptcy and casualty defense litigation
  • Mr. Fields also serves as legal counsel to multiple local motor vehicle dealerships and national motor vehicle dealership groups
  • In doing so, he has been involved in proceedings before various Motor Vehicle Commissions, Dealer Boards, Consumer Affairs Offices, Human Rights Commissions, Employment Offices and Departments of Commerce and Insurance
  • His practice in this area has also expanded to the representation of motor vehicle manufacturers and consumer lenders
  • PROFESSIONAL HONORS AND ACTIVITIES •Included in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America for Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) •Named a Cityview Magazine Top Attorney •Past member, American Judicature Society •Past member, American Inns of Court

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practforg law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Knoxville are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand 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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Where is Rodney A. Fields's law office located?
Rodney A. Fields's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Lewis Thomason, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has Rodney A. Fields practiced law?
Rodney A. Fields has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Rodney A. Fields go to law school?
Rodney A. Fields earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.B.A., 1988).
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What awards or recognition has Rodney A. Fields receiandd?
Rodney A. Fields's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1991
B.B.A.
Iowa State University
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1998

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