Atty. W. Carl Spining

Atty. W. Carl Spining

Phi Eta Sigma.

Nashville Nashville 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About W. Carl Spining at a glance

W. Carl Spining is a Partner based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Ortale Kelley Law Firm. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on formation, business, construction, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1993). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1993) and American University University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Practice Areas Explained

W. Carl Spining's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 W. Carl Spining

Where is W. Carl Spining's law office located?
W. Carl Spining's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Ortale Kelley Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Carl Spining handle?
W. Carl Spining focuses on formation, business, construction, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has W. Carl Spining practiced law?
W. Carl Spining has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did W. Carl Spining go to law school?
W. Carl Spining earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact W. Carl Spining for a consultation?
You can contact W. Carl Spining 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 W. Carl Spining received?
W. Carl Spining's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1993
B.A.
American University University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1993

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