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Pursuing Tennessee John Derreck Whitson
John Derreck Whitson

John Derreck Whitson

Derreck Whitson Law Office

16 years of experience

Criminal Law, Divorce, Family Law, Personal Injury, Probate

Tennessee

Biography

I represent clients in family law, personal injury, criminal defense, and probate. I focus on my clients' individual needs and clients informed about the status of their case and current legal issues. I zealously advocate for clients to resolve thier legal issues. I am always happy to answer questions and discuss your case. Call me at 423-613-0160.


Fees

Free Consultation (Personal Injury/Car Wrecks)


Practice Area

Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes,
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce,
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law,
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death,
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests,

Languages

English: Spoken, Written


Professional Experience

Attorney
Law Office of J. Derreck Whitson
Current

Education

University of Memphis

J.D. (2005) | Law

University of Memphis
East Tennessee State University

B.S. | Philosophy and Political Science

East Tennessee State University

Awards

Dean's Award for Distinguished Service
Cecil C. Humpreys School of Law
2005

Professional Associations

Newport Bar Association

President

2010 - Current

Newport Bar Association
Boys and Girls Club of Newport/Cocke County

Board of Directors

2008 - Current

Boys and Girls Club of Newport/Cocke County
Tennessee Bar Association

Mock Trial District Coordinator

2007 - Current

Tennessee Bar Association
Newport Bar Association

Member

2006 - Current

Newport Bar Association
Tennessee State Bar # 024792

Member

2005 - Current

Tennessee State Bar  # 024792

Websites & Blogs

website
Website


Social Media


Offices

OFFICE:
311 East Broadway Newport, TN 37821
Telephone: (423) 613-0160
Fax: (423) 613-0162
Notice: Special hours available by appointment.
MAILING:
P.O. Box 1230 Newport, TN 37822
Telephone: (423) 613-0160
Fax: (423) 613-0162
Notice: Special hours available by appointment.



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