Atty. Sharon A. Fortner

Atty. Sharon A. Fortner

Sharon A. Fortner is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, family law and 3 other areas of law.

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Profile Summary

About Sharon A. Fortner at a glance

Sharon A. Fortner is an Associate based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Cordts Law Firm PLLC. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Educated at University of Memphis (J.D., 2010) and Lambuth University (B.A., 2003). Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sharon A. Fortner is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, family law and 3 other areas of law
  • Sharon A. received a B.A. degree from Lambuth University in 2003, and
  • Sharon A. practices at Cordts Law Firm PLLC in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Sharon A. Fortner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sharon A. Fortner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Sharon A. Fortner is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Tennessee →

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.

Sharon A. Fortner 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.

Sharon A. Fortner is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Sharon A. Fortner is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Tennessee →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Sharon A. Fortner is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Memphis 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 Sharon A. Fortner

Where is Sharon A. Fortner's law office located?
Sharon A. Fortner's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Cordts Law Firm PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sharon A. Fortner handle?
Sharon A. Fortner focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
Where did Sharon A. Fortner go to law school?
Sharon A. Fortner earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A., 2003).
How can I contact Sharon A. Fortner for a consultation?
You can contact Sharon A. Fortner 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Memphis
- 2010
B.A.
Lambuth University
- 2003

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