Atty. William Bryan Jakes IV

Atty. William Bryan Jakes IV

William “Bryan” Jakes, IV is an attorney in the Nashville, Tennessee office of Hall Booth Smith, where he focuses his practice primarily on medical malpractice defense. He represents healthcare providers and institutions in complex, high-exposure matters, guiding clients through all phases of litigation with a strategic and detail-oriented approach.

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Profile Summary

About William Bryan Jakes IV at a glance

William Bryan Jakes IV is an Attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee U.S. District Court for the Weste (2014). Educated at Lincoln Memorial University J.D. (—) and University of Tennessee B.A. (—). Active member of Memberships •Tennessee Bar Association. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William “Bryan” Jakes, IV is an attorney in the Nashville, Tennessee office of Hall Booth Smith, where he focuses his practice primarily on medical malpractice defense
  • He represents healthcare providers and institutions in complex, high-exposure matters, guiding clients through all phases of litigation with a strategic and detail-oriented approach
  • Bryan brings more than a decade of litigation experience throughout Tennessee, and also has experience in general liability, business litigation, and construction matters
  • His background includes representing clients in complex tort cases, premises liability claims, commercial disputes, construction litigation, and wrongful death actions
  • This breadth of experience enhances his ability to approach cases from multiple angles and deliver comprehensive legal solutions
  • Bryan has also successfully briefed and argued appeals before the Tennessee Court of Appeals, demonstrating strong written and oral advocacy skills
  • His appellate experience complements his trial work and provides added value in cases involving significant legal issues or post-trial proceedings
  • He further has experience in probate and trust litigation, representing clients in contested estate matters and fiduciary disputes
  • Bryan earned his Juris Doctor from Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law and his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Tennessee

Practice Areas Explained

William Bryan Jakes IV's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Bryan Jakes IV handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

William Bryan Jakes IV is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 William Bryan Jakes IV

Where is William Bryan Jakes IV's law office located?
William Bryan Jakes IV's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Bryan Jakes IV handle?
William Bryan Jakes IV focuses on probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has William Bryan Jakes IV practiced law?
William Bryan Jakes IV has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did William Bryan Jakes IV go to law school?
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How can I contact William Bryan Jakes IV for a consultation?
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Education

Lincoln Memorial University J.D.
- In Progress
University of Tennessee B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Tennessee U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee U.S. District Court for the Weste
Admitted: 2014

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