Atty. Stephen Keller Heard

Atty. Stephen Keller Heard

Mediator, Certified Rule 31. Nashville Bar Association, Member Tennessee Bar Association, Member State Bar of Georgia, Member Kentucky Bar Association, Member American Bar Association, Member Federal Bar Association, Member Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association, Member International Association of Defense Counsel - Employment Law Committee Chairman, 1983-1985 - Member of Medical Malpractice Committee - Member of Products Liability, Drug Device, and Biotechnology Committee The Defense Research and Trial Lawyers Association, Member Tennessee Association of Construction Counsel, Founding Member A

Nashville Nashville 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Keller Heard at a glance

Stephen Keller Heard is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Stephen K. Heard. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1980), Tennessee (1980), and Kentucky (2009). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of TBA Members. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mediator, Certified Rule 31
  • Nashville Bar Association, Member Tennessee Bar Association, Member State Bar of Georgia, Member Kentucky Bar Association, Member American Bar Association, Member Federal Bar Association, Member Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association, Member International Association of Defense Counsel - Employment Law Committee Chairman, 1983-1985 - Member of Medical Malpractice Committee - Member of Products Liability, Drug Device, and Biotechnology Committee The Defense Research and Trial Lawyers Association, Member Tennessee Association of Construction Counsel, Founding Member American College of Equine Attorneys
  • Founding Member Transportation Lawyers Association, Member Iroquois Steeplechase Race Committee (Executive Committee Member) of the Volunteer State Horseman's Foundation, a 501(c)(3) entity benefiting the Monroe Carell Jr. Vanderbilt Children's Hospital Served on Board of Saddle Up! a 501(c)(3) corporation providing a riding program for physically and mentally challenged children. (Served as Co-Chair of the Capital Campaign that successfully raised funds to secure the organization a permanent facility and retire the mortgage on same)

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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Where is Stephen Keller Heard's law office located?
Stephen Keller Heard's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Stephen K. Heard. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Stephen Keller Heard practiced law?
Stephen Keller Heard has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Stephen Keller Heard go to law school?
Stephen Keller Heard earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Keller Heard received?
Stephen Keller Heard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
University of North Carolina
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1980
Tennessee
Admitted: 1980
Kentucky
Admitted: 2009

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