Atty. Stephen Dorr Goodwin

Atty. Stephen Dorr Goodwin

Stephen Dorr Goodwin is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, commercial/business litigation, eeo and 8 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Memphis Memphis 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Dorr Goodwin at a glance

Stephen Dorr Goodwin is a Shareholder based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1990). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1978) and Southern Methodist University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Labor and Employment Law Section, TBA Members. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Dorr Goodwin is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, commercial/business litigation, eeo and 8 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Stephen practices at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Dorr Goodwin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Dorr Goodwin 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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

Stephen Dorr Goodwin is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Stephen Dorr Goodwin is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Stephen Dorr Goodwin

Where is Stephen Dorr Goodwin's law office located?
Stephen Dorr Goodwin's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Dorr Goodwin handle?
Stephen Dorr Goodwin focuses on employment, business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Stephen Dorr Goodwin practiced law?
Stephen Dorr Goodwin has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Stephen Dorr Goodwin go to law school?
Stephen Dorr Goodwin earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Stephen Dorr Goodwin for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Dorr Goodwin 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 Stephen Dorr Goodwin received?
Stephen Dorr Goodwin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1978
B.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2005

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