Atty. William Lindley Waters

Atty. William Lindley Waters

William Lindley Waters is a lawyer practicing real estate, criminal defense, personal injury. William received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Knoxville Knoxville 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About William Lindley Waters at a glance

William Lindley Waters is a personal injury, criminal defense, and real estate attorney based in Knoxville, Tennessee. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1973), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1973), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1975). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1973) and University of Tennessee (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Lindley Waters is a lawyer practicing real estate, criminal defense, personal injury
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • William practices in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

William Lindley Waters's Areas of Practice

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

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 Lindley Waters 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 Lindley Waters is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

William Lindley Waters is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 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 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 Lindley Waters

Where is William Lindley Waters's law office located?
William Lindley Waters's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Lindley Waters handle?
William Lindley Waters focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has William Lindley Waters practiced law?
William Lindley Waters has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did William Lindley Waters go to law school?
William Lindley Waters earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact William Lindley Waters for a consultation?
You can contact William Lindley Waters 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 Lindley Waters received?
William Lindley Waters's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1973
B.S.
University of Tennessee
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1975

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