Eric L. Davis Attorney at Law
Eric L. Davis
Attorney at Law
1284 W Main St, Franklin, TN 37064
(615)721-5557
Let me introduce myself. I am Eric L. Tate Davis. I have been engaged in the practice of law since 1986. To further introduce myself to you, I will outline my education, professional experience, and the nature and scope of my practice. Thank you for visiting my site. I would be pleased to meet with you in person at our mutual convenience for a complimentary, no-cost initial consultation regarding your legal needs.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIANCE
After sitting for the Tennessee Bar Exam in June of 1986, I accepted a position as an Associate with Grant, Konvalinka & Grubbs, PLLC which was then a law firm in Chattanooga, Tn. with an emphasis in business litigation, corporate law, and insurance defense litigation.
In the summer of 1987, I was afforded the opportunity to return to Franklin and was appointed Assistant District Attorney General for the 21st Judicial District, Williamson, Hickman, Lewis, and Perry counties, which position I held through August of 1993. During those 6 years, I prosecuted in all 4 counties, but primarily in Williamson and Hickman counties, being responsible for matters in the Circuit, General Sessions, and Juvenile Courts.
In the fall of 1993, I returned to private practice with my offices located in Franklin on the public square. Over the years, I have appeared on behalf of clients in 55 of Tennessee’s 95 counties. I have had significantly in excess of 100 jury trials. I have developed and maintained a general practice of the law, both to serve the community in general and my clientele’s needs in particular. My practice includes, but is not limited, to the following categories in which I have extensive experience.
Criminal Defense
Over the years, I have represented clients charged with a multitude of offenses which have included the following.
Homicide
To date I have handled 22 homicide cases including multiple First Degree Murder cases, Felony Murder cases (homicides occurring during the perpetration of another felony including the distribution of controlled substances), Second Degree Murder, Involuntary Manslaughter), and Reckless Homicide.
Controlled Substances
The Sale, Delivery, Manufacture, and Possession of Controlled Substances with the Intent to Sell or Deliver, Simple Possession and Paraphernalia.
Driving Offenses
DUI, Implied Consent, felony, and misdemeanor Reckless Endangerment, Reckless Driving, Drag Racing, driver’s license offenses, Motor Vehicle Habitual Offender, Driving on Revoked, Suspended, Cancelled Licenses, Excessive Speeding.
Other Practice Areas
DOMESTIC RELATIONS
I have extensive experience in all aspects of Domestic Relations law which includes Divorce, Child Custody, Division of the Marital Estate, Assignment of Marital Debt, and award of Alimony or Post-Divorce Support. Tennessee generally does not use terms “Custody” and “Visitation” anymore. Rather, a Permanent Parenting Plan Order contains provisions involving Parental Residential Time with children, Decision Making involving the children and Child
JUVENILE COURT
Matters involving children born out of wedlock are generally adjudicated in Juvenile Court and, like divorce, involve determinations of Parental Residential Time, Decision Making Authority, and Child Support.
Juvenile Delinquent and Unruly Proceedings
EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE IN
BUSINESS LAW
CRIMINAL LAW
FAMILY LAW
GENERAL CIVIL LITIGATION
CONTRACTUAL DISPUTES
ESTATE LAW
PERSONAL INJURY & PROPERTY DAMAGE ACTIONS WILLS
TRUSTS
SETTLING ESTATES
CONSERVATORSHIPS FOR INCAPACITATED OR DIMINISHED CAPACITY ADULTS
EDUCATION
David Lipscomb University, Nashville, Tennessee Bachelor of Arts Degree 1983
University of Tennessee School of Law, Knoxville, Tennessee Doctorate of Jurisprudence 1986
In 1979, I moved to Franklin Tennessee, and entered David Lipscomb University (then David Lipscomb College) where in 1983 I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree. In the fall of 1983, I began my studies at the University of Tennessee School of Law, where in 1984 I was selected as a member of the Tennessee Law Review, the School of Law’s quarterly scholastic publication, and was later selected to serve as an Editor on the Editorial Board. I graduated in May of 1986 earning my Doctorate of Jurisprudence.
Contact
1284 W Main St
Franklin, TN 37064
(615)721-5557
