Atty. Thomas Benton Thurman

Atty. Thomas Benton Thurman

Thomas Benton Thurman is a lawyer practicing criminal law - defense, criminal defense. Thomas received a B.S. degree from Tennessee Technological University, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Nashville Nashville 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Benton Thurman at a glance

Thomas Benton Thurman is a Dep. Dist. Atty. based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1976). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 1976) and Tennessee Technological University B.S. Tennessee Technological University B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Benton Thurman is a lawyer practicing criminal law - defense, criminal defense
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Tennessee Technological University, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Thomas practices in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Benton Thurman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Benton Thurman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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 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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Frequently Asked

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Where is Thomas Benton Thurman's law office located?
Thomas Benton Thurman's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Benton Thurman handle?
Thomas Benton Thurman focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Thomas Benton Thurman practiced law?
Thomas Benton Thurman has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Thomas Benton Thurman go to law school?
Thomas Benton Thurman earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (—).
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Benton Thurman received?
Thomas Benton Thurman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Nashville School of Law
- 1976
Tennessee Technological University B.S. Tennessee Technological University B.S.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1976

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