Atty. William Monroe Gotten

Atty. William Monroe Gotten

William Monroe Gotten is a lawyer practicing debtor and creditor, bankruptcy, corporate reorganization. William received a A.B. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Memphis Memphis 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About William Monroe Gotten at a glance

William Monroe Gotten is a business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1968). Educated at Memphis State University (J.D., 1968) and Washington & Lee University (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Monroe Gotten is a lawyer practicing debtor and creditor, bankruptcy, corporate reorganization
  • William received a A.B. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • William practices in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

William Monroe Gotten's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

William Monroe Gotten is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

William Monroe Gotten is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee →

Creditor Rights & Collections

William Monroe Gotten is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 Memphis 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 Monroe Gotten

Where is William Monroe Gotten's law office located?
William Monroe Gotten's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Monroe Gotten handle?
William Monroe Gotten focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has William Monroe Gotten practiced law?
William Monroe Gotten has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did William Monroe Gotten go to law school?
William Monroe Gotten earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (A.B., 1965).
How can I contact William Monroe Gotten for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Monroe Gotten received?
William Monroe Gotten's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Memphis State University
- 1968
A.B.
Washington & Lee University
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1968

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