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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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
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William Bryan Jakes IV is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Tennessee →
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
William Bryan Jakes IV is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Tennessee →
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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William Bryan Jakes IV is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Tennessee →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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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