Atty. William Floyd Taylor

Atty. William Floyd Taylor

William Floyd Taylor is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, general practice, commercial and 1 other area of law. William received a B.S. degree from Lambuth College in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Nashville Nashville 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About William Floyd Taylor at a glance

William Floyd Taylor is an Associate based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Downard And Associates. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on formation, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1974), Delaware (1991), and Pennsylvania (1991). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1974) and Lambuth College (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Floyd Taylor is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, general practice, commercial and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Lambuth College in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • William practices at Downard & Associates in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

William Floyd Taylor's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William Floyd Taylor is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 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 Floyd Taylor

Where is William Floyd Taylor's law office located?
William Floyd Taylor's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Downard And Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Floyd Taylor handle?
William Floyd Taylor focuses on formation, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has William Floyd Taylor practiced law?
William Floyd Taylor has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William Floyd Taylor go to law school?
William Floyd Taylor earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact William Floyd Taylor for a consultation?
You can contact William Floyd Taylor directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Floyd Taylor received?
William Floyd Taylor's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1974
B.S.
Lambuth College
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1974
Delaware
Admitted: 1991
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991

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