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Atty. Stephen Walker Pate

Atty. Stephen Walker Pate

Stephen Walker Pate is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal defense, personal injury. Stephen received a B.S. degree from Middle Tennessee State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Murfreesboro Murfreesboro 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Stephen Walker Pate at a glance

Stephen Walker Pate is a Member based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, practforg at Pate & Knott. They haand 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1979) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1980). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 1979) and Middle Tennessee State University (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of Rutherford County, Nashville and Tennessee Bar Associations Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Murfreesboro, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • Stephen Walker Pate is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal defense, personal injury
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from Middle Tennessee State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Stephen practices at Pate & Knott in Murfreesboro, TN

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practforg law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Murfreesboro 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 substantiand 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 Walker Pate's law office located?
Stephen Walker Pate's law practice is located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The firm is Pate & Knott. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Stephen Walker Pate practiced law?
Stephen Walker Pate has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Stephen Walker Pate go to law school?
Stephen Walker Pate earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1974).
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Walker Pate receiandd?
Stephen Walker Pate's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Nashville School of Law
- 1979
B.S.
Middle Tennessee State University
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1980

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