Atty. Stephen M. Darden

Atty. Stephen M. Darden

Stephen M. Darden practices at Hunter, Smith and Davis, LLP Read Full Bio

Kingsport Kingsport 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Stephen M. Darden at a glance

Stephen M. Darden is a Partner based in Kingsport, Tennessee, practicing at Hunter, Smith and Davis, LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court (1988). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1985) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Kingsport, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Stephen M. Darden practices at Hunter, Smith and Davis, LLP Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen M. Darden's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen M. Darden handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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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 Kingsport 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 M. Darden

Where is Stephen M. Darden's law office located?
Stephen M. Darden's law practice is located in Kingsport, Tennessee. The firm is Hunter, Smith and Davis, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen M. Darden handle?
Stephen M. Darden focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Stephen M. Darden practiced law?
Stephen M. Darden has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Stephen M. Darden go to law school?
Stephen M. Darden earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Stephen M. Darden for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen M. Darden received?
Stephen M. Darden's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1985
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2011

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