Atty. Thomas Overton

Atty. Thomas Overton

Mr. Thomas Overton is a lawyer practicing criminal law, dui/dwi, federal court and 7 other areas of law.

Nashville Nashville 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Thomas Overton at a glance

Thomas Overton is an Attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Law Offices of Thomas T. Overton. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1988) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1991). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Tennessee at Martin (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Nashville Bar Association Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys National Association of DUI Defense. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Thomas Overton is a lawyer practicing criminal law, dui/dwi, federal court and 7 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Martin in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Thomas practices at Law Offices of Thomas T. Overton in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Overton's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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Sex Crimes

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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

Common questions about Thomas Overton

Where is Thomas Overton's law office located?
Thomas Overton's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Law Offices of Thomas T. Overton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Overton handle?
Thomas Overton focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, sex crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Thomas Overton practiced law?
Thomas Overton has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Thomas Overton go to law school?
Thomas Overton earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Thomas Overton for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Overton 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 Thomas Overton received?
Thomas Overton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Nashville School of Law
- 1987
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Martin
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1991

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