Atty. Sam Davis Elliott

Atty. Sam Davis Elliott

Sam Davis Elliott is a lawyer practicing civil trial law, employment law, municipal law and 1 other area of law. Sam received a B.A. degree from University of the South in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Chattanooga Chattanooga 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Sam Davis Elliott at a glance

Sam Davis Elliott is a Member based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Gearhiser, Peters, Elliott & Cannon, PLLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Ci (1981). Educated at University of Tennessee College of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of the South (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sam Davis Elliott is a lawyer practicing civil trial law, employment law, municipal law and 1 other area of law
  • Sam received a B.A. degree from University of the South in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Sam practices at Gearhiser, Peters, Elliott & Cannon, PLLC in Chattanooga, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Sam Davis Elliott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sam Davis Elliott 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.

Sam Davis Elliott is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

Sam Davis Elliott is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Sam Davis Elliott is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Tennessee →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Sam Davis Elliott is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Chattanooga 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 Sam Davis Elliott

Where is Sam Davis Elliott's law office located?
Sam Davis Elliott's law practice is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The firm is Gearhiser, Peters, Elliott & Cannon, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sam Davis Elliott handle?
Sam Davis Elliott focuses on employment, litigation, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Sam Davis Elliott practiced law?
Sam Davis Elliott has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Sam Davis Elliott go to law school?
Sam Davis Elliott earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Sam Davis Elliott for a consultation?
You can contact Sam Davis Elliott 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 Sam Davis Elliott received?
Sam Davis Elliott's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee College of Law
- 1981
B.A.
University of the South
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Ci
Admitted: 1981

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