Nathan Zale Dowlen

Nathan Zale Dowlen

also known as Zale Dowlen

4.9
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 18 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Goodlettsville, TN
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Car Accidents, Uncontested Divorce

100 North Main, Suite N, Goodlettsville, TN

About Nathan

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 60%

Estate Planning is not hard, but it won't do itself. I try very hard to make it affordable and easy to understand.

18 years

60%
Probate 25%

Probate is not a scary process. It's intended to be orderly and but it can get tense. Don't try to do it alone, give me a call.

18 years

25%
Car Accident 10%

Before being licensed as an attorney, I was an injury adjuster. I worked for several major insurance companies. I often handled some of their more complex claims from death claims to severe scarring. Whatever your injury claim involves, I can help you through it.

18 years

10%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

Most of my divorces are uncontested. I don't take every divorce that comes in, but for the ones I take, I try very hard to minimize the drama.

18 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 18 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2008

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Location

Law Offices of Nathan Zale Dowlen

100 North Main, Suite N, Goodlettsville, TN, 37072

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Nathan Zale Dowlen's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joshua | September 09, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Zale Dowlen Legal Review

Attorney Dowlen handled my case with extreme care and professionalism. At a time when my spouse and I were worried that our housing situation would be wrapped up in costly legal proceedings, Zale was able to take over the case and reduce the time, expense and proceedings to a minimum. He is not only ...trustworthy and confidential when dealing with privileged attorney-client information, he is also exceptionally knowledgeable, accurate and able to bring about quick resolutions that are beneficial to his client base. Simply stated, he is an excellent attorney.

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Nathan Zale Dowlen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Garner

Juvenile law lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Unfortunately, this platform only allows me to endorse him in one practice area. I have known Mr. Dowlen for years; I have worked with him on opposing sides, on the same side, and have had the opportunity to discuss professional matters involving the community. He is sharp and direct, and I appreciate his insight. I often refer cases to him and would have no hesitation in endorsing him."

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Blake Lilley

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledge and always willing to provide assistance."

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Darren Drake

Family lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Dowlen. His answers here on Avvo are a great benefit to other attorneys and those seeking legal aid. He is a very knowledgeable attorney."

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Eric Fox

Family lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Zale is a knowledgeable lawyer who has given me useful advice in areas of law outside my own practice areas. He has a wealth of experience and the personal characteristics which make him an excellent lawyer and advocate."

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John Ralls

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Jill Grim

Adoption lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Dowlen 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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Matt Miller

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse attorney Dowlen as a skilled and seasoned attorney. I know him to be an honest and diligent attorney. I have opposed this attorney in prior suits as opposing counsel and found him to be a tough, knowledgeable and effective plaintiff's personal injury trial attorney."

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Patti Garner

Unknown lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Dixon

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Dowlen. He is a first rate attorney, dedicated to giving the best possible representation."

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Michael Greenberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dowlen continues to provide solid and prolific responses to questions posed by members of the Avvo legal community."

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Charles O'Donnell

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dowlen is the kind of problem solving lawyer you want on your side. He is highly respected by his peers, and has the unique ability to "know the otherside" from his prior experience with claims. Glad he is now on the side of speaking for the injured!!!!"

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Jonathan Williams

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As a former insurance claim adjustor, Zale knows what the other side is thinking when preparing a case and has the experience to overcome tricky coverage issues. He is a professional and zealous advocate who works hards for his clients."

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Gregg Stark

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Fuson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with in several counties and know him to be a smart, ethical and determined advocate for his clients. I would highly recommend Zale to any potential clients. Joey Fuson"

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Kenneth Phillips

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Zale for a few years, and I know him as an intelligent, dedicated and compassionate person. I know many attorneys that I would be happy to have represent me if I needed one, and Zale is one of those. I also have no hesitation about referring potential clients to him."

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Edward Farmer

Juvenile law lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dowlin is a high quality, very professional attorney."

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Brandon Bass

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Zale is a tremendous advocate for his clients with a sharp ability to get to the bottom line in a case."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Private Attorney

2004 - 2008

Senior Claims Representative, Grange Mutual Casualty Company

2003 - 2004

Claims Representative, Unitrin Multi Lines Insurance

2000 - 2003

Senior Claims Representative, Safeco Insurance Company

1996 - 1999

Senior Claims Representative, Allstate Insurance Company

Associations

2012 - Present

Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network

2008 - Present

Tennessee Association for Justice

2008 - Present

Alliance Defending Freedom

2008 - Present

American Association for Justice

2008 - Present

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Education

2008

Nashville School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

American Institute for CPCU

AIC - Associate In Claims

2000

University of Arkansas - Little Rock

MA - Masters

1993

Harding University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2008

Tennessee Trial Lawyer Colossus: Some Thoughts About Taming the Giant

2007

Languages

English

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