Atty. Wayne Arends Whitehead

Atty. Wayne Arends Whitehead

Wayne Arends Whitehead is a lawyer practicing domestic relations law, personal injury law, children's law and 3 other areas of law. Wayne received a B.A. degree from High Point College in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Knoxville Knoxville 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Wayne Arends Whitehead at a glance

Wayne Arends Whitehead is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and business attorney based in Knoxville, Tennessee. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1974). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1974) and High Point College (B.A., 1970). Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Wayne Arends Whitehead is a lawyer practicing domestic relations law, personal injury law, children's law and 3 other areas of law
  • Wayne received a B.A. degree from High Point College in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Wayne practices in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Wayne Arends Whitehead's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Wayne Arends Whitehead is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Wayne Arends Whitehead is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

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 Knoxville 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 Wayne Arends Whitehead

Where is Wayne Arends Whitehead's law office located?
Wayne Arends Whitehead's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wayne Arends Whitehead handle?
Wayne Arends Whitehead focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Wayne Arends Whitehead practiced law?
Wayne Arends Whitehead has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Wayne Arends Whitehead go to law school?
Wayne Arends Whitehead earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Wayne Arends Whitehead for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1974
B.A.
High Point College
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1974

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