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Atty. William Harris Farmer

Atty. William Harris Farmer

William Harris Farmer is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, tort litigation, federal criminal law and 14 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from Austin Peay State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Nashville Nashville 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About William Harris Farmer at a glance

William Harris Farmer is an Of Counsel based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Farmer Purcell White & Lassiter, PLLC. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi U.S. District Court, Southern Distri (1974) and U.S. District Court, East, Middle and Western Districts of Tennessee (1974). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1974) and Austin Peay State University (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nashville, Tennessee and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Harris Farmer is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, tort litigation, federal criminal law and 14 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Austin Peay State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • William practices at Farmer Purcell White & Lassiter, PLLC in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

William Harris Farmer's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

William Harris Farmer is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Tennessee →

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 Harris Farmer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William Harris Farmer is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Federal Crimes

William Harris Farmer is one of 6,773 federal crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse federal crimes attorneys in Tennessee →

Land Use & Zoning

William Harris Farmer is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 Harris Farmer

Where is William Harris Farmer's law office located?
William Harris Farmer's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Farmer Purcell White & Lassiter, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Harris Farmer handle?
William Harris Farmer focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has William Harris Farmer practiced law?
William Harris Farmer has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William Harris Farmer go to law school?
William Harris Farmer earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact William Harris Farmer for a consultation?
You can contact William Harris Farmer 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 Harris Farmer received?
William Harris Farmer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1974
B.S.
Austin Peay State University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi U.S. District Court, Southern Distri
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, East, Middle and Western Districts of Tennessee
Admitted: 1974

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