Atty. Wende Jane Rutherford

Atty. Wende Jane Rutherford

Wende Jane Rutherford is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, adoption, appellate practice and 8 other areas of law. Wende received a B.S. degree from Austin Peay State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Nashville Nashville 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Wende Jane Rutherford at a glance

Wende Jane Rutherford is a divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and child support attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1991). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Austin Peay State University (B.S., 1984). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Wende Jane Rutherford is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, adoption, appellate practice and 8 other areas of law
  • Wende received a B.S. degree from Austin Peay State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Wende practices in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Wende Jane Rutherford's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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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Family Law

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

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Child Support

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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 Wende Jane Rutherford

Where is Wende Jane Rutherford's law office located?
Wende Jane Rutherford's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wende Jane Rutherford handle?
Wende Jane Rutherford focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Wende Jane Rutherford practiced law?
Wende Jane Rutherford has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Wende Jane Rutherford go to law school?
Wende Jane Rutherford earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1984).
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Education

J.D.
Nashville School of Law
- 1991
B.S.
Austin Peay State University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1991

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