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Atty. William Arthur Simms

Atty. William Arthur Simms

William Arthur Simms is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, products liability, aviation litigation and 4 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of the South in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Knoxville Knoxville 54 Years Experience 54 year
Call (445) 287-1764

Profile Summary

About William Arthur Simms at a glance

William Arthur Simms is an Of Counsel based in Knoxville, Tennessee. They haand 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1972), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1977), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1971) and University of the South (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • William Arthur Simms is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, products liability, aviation litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of the South in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William practices in Knoxville, TN

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practforg law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is William Arthur Simms's law office located?
William Arthur Simms's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has William Arthur Simms practiced law?
William Arthur Simms has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William Arthur Simms go to law school?
William Arthur Simms earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1968).
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What awards or recognition has William Arthur Simms receiandd?
William Arthur Simms's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1971
B.A.
University of the South
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989

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