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Dennis Wayne Stanford

Dennis Wayne Stanford

4.7
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 39 years

Family Lawyer at Clarksville, TN
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense ... +4 more

215 S 2nd St, Clarksville, TN

About Dennis

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Family 23%

I handle adoptions, divorces, child support, custody, alimony, and all other Family law matters.

25 years

23%
Criminal Defense 20%

As a former prosecutor I enjoy some insight into the States point of view. I have extensive experience as a defense counsel in General sessions, Juvenile, and Circuit Courts.

38 years

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

Extensive experience in handling both civilian and military divorces. I am familiar with the local Courts and Judges and the issues facing both local clients and the military.

25 years

20%
Military Law 15%

I have significant experience in handing both administrative boards and complex Courts Martial. I have enjoyed great success before military courts.

33 years

15%
Administrative Law 10%

Experience in dealing with military and civilian boards. This includes disciplinary boards a well as various governmental departments. Extensive experience in dealing with DCS.

33 years

10%
Personal Injury 10%

I have enjoyed significant success in handling, settling, and/or litigating a wide variety of personal injury matters, including automobile, motorcycle, tractor trailer, and premises accidents.

25 years

10%
Arbitration 2%

I am a Rule 31 Listed Mediator. I have experience with Family law and civil litigation.

15 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 31 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in North Carolina for 39 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1986

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Dennis W. Standford

215 S 2nd St, Clarksville, TN, 37040-3629

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Dennis Wayne Stanford's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Don't go here if your case isn't big

I had a case that was small compared to some of the things Dennis deals with, and that's how I was treated. I spent over 1000 dollars and all I got for my money was some emails sent to the prosecutor and some phone calls on my behalf. In the end, Dennis did nothing that I could not have done myself, ...I ended up losing my case and out over a grand. If you're a felon with a big case and a lot of $$ to go along with it, Dennis is your man. If you just have a low level misdemeanor type charge, take your time and money elsewhere.

Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Works hard, negotiates hard, tenacious in court

I could not have chosen a better attorney than Dennis Stanford to handle my divorce. Due to his time as a JAG officer, he was very knowledgeable about BAH, BAS, PCSing, SGLI/SBP and disability, to name a few and it showed in everything he did. It was refreshing to not have to explain every little det...ail of military life. Mr. Stanford was on top of everything that occurred and quickly set a temporary support hearing so I could receive some financial help early on before the divorce was final. He demonstrated an uncanny wisdom to know when to be tenacious, strong and fight and when to negotiate and used all the cards in his hand. When you hire a divorce attorney, you may need to tell this person a lot of personal information about your personal life and marriage. Mr Stanford handled this information with respect, wisdom and compassion. He's not just a great attorney, he's a good man also. He was very honest and fair in his fees and won't charge you an arm and a leg and try to get as much out of you as he can. Most importantly, he worked hard, prepared hard, negotiated hard and succeeded in getting results.

Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding

Denise represented me for shoplifting. He got the charge dropped from retail theft to disorderly conduct. I did not have to spend anytime in jail. I recommend this lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | October 08, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Worst lawyer ever

I hired him on the recommendation of another lawyer in Missouri for my divorce, he charged an enormous fee and I can honestly say he did absolutely nothing for his money, my representation was nil. Anything done at all was done by his smart mouth female para legal. He didn't even show up to repres...ent me with the mediator and I was in Missouri on the phone trying to fend for myself. He had no interest in my case at all, should be disbarred.

Dennis Stanford

Replied last October 08, 2015

This woman is angry because her uncle paid her fee. He paid with a credit card. Her contract made it clear that there would be no refund of any fee. Nonetheless, a partial refund was given. She got angry when the refund was credited back to her uncle's credit card and was not given to her (even though she hadn't paid anything herself). Attorneys don't ordinarily attend mediations and, when they do, they bill by the hour to be there. This lady was given a choice to pay that hourly fee and decided not to. The attorney was available to answer her questions via telephone free of charge.

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

divorce

A friend referred me to the Dennis Stanford Law Firm for my divorce and custody of my three children. He not only got me custody of my children he also made sure child support was awarded. He was patient and kind through the whole process.

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Dennis Wayne Stanford's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Ufford

Unknown lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. In his practice of law, Mr. Stanford has established an excellent reputation of being a zealous advocate, and effective counselor. He has a true passion for serving his clients and causes."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Dennis. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Brian Hill

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Melissa King

Military law lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dennis was the attorney to seek advice from when I had my first case on Ft Campbell. He is one of the few attorneys in Montgomery County who has any knowledge of military matters. He is very knowledgeable and has had great success in trying cases on Campbell. I would recommend him to anyone who is facing disciplinary action in the military."

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Stanford is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Christopher Clark

Military law lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As a former Staff Judge Advocate in the United States Army, he is well versed in the UCMJ and military trial defense."

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Kimberly Turner

General practice lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

Excellence in Claims, US Army Claims Service

N/A

Air Assault Badge, US Army

N/A

Jump Wings, US Army

N/A

AAM, MSM, and various awards, US Army

Work Experience

2002 - 2013

Attorney, Private Practice

1994 - 2001

Senior Attorney, Metropolitan Gornment of Nashville and Davidson County

1987 - 1993

Prosecuting Attorney, Us Army Jag Corps

1986 - 1993

Attorney Advisor, US Army Jag Corps

Associations

Montgomery Bar Association

Montgomery County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

US vs Jenks

Convicted manslaughter. 15 year sentence

US vs Lawrence

Aquitted of all charges. Subsequently promoted to CW4

Plaintiff vs. Metropolitan Government

Of approximately 300 suits, about 35 made it to trial. I won all of those. Metro paid nothing. The rest were dismissed before they ever got to court.

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Education

1986

Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

University of North Carolina, Pembroke

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Montgomery Bar Association

Forfeitures

Publications

N/A

website dstanfordlaw.com Various articles

Languages

English

German

Activity

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