James Marlon Judkins
also known as Jim Judkins
About James
Biography
Professional, Dedicated, and Tough
Mr. Judkins always wanted to be a litigation attorney. He considers the practice of law his purpose in life and he holds himself to a very high professional and ethical standard. Mr. Judkins experience and success in the law extends prior to his graduation, when he won his first trial as an apprentice prosecutor. He has almost twelve years of experience trying and winning all types of cases. His practice is centered around divorces, child custody and support, alimony, adoptions, probate, business law, and criminal defense law matters. He attended the University of Tennessee in Knoxville and is a graduate of Tennessee Technological University with a prelaw emphasis in History and a minor in Political Science. He is a graduate of the Nashville School of Law and is admitted to practice before all courts in the State of Tennessee and the United States District Court, Middle District and the United States District Court, Eastern District. He is a member of the Rutherford/Cannon County Bar Associations. He is past president of the Upper Cumberland Trial Lawyers Association, a member of the Tennessee Municipal Judges Conference, a member of the Tennessee Bar Association-Family Law Section, and the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is the Municipal Judge for the City of Woodbury and has served as City Attorney. Mr. Judkins participates in numerous legal seminars throughout the year and has taught at seminars in the past.
In his free time, Mr. Judkins enjoys working his cattle farm
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
16 years | 300 cases
16 years | 200 cases
16 years | 150 cases
16 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Tennessee for 16 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
James M. Judkins, Attorney at Law
104 N. Church St., Murfreesboro, TN, 37130
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James Marlon Judkins's Reviews
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3 Client Reviews
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Posted by Tony | May 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Caring, honest, trustworthy
Unfortunately, l Inadvertently got myself into trouble. Finding an attorney was a difficult task especially due to the nature of my background. Stumbled upon Mr.Judkins to which l am VERY glad l did. Mr.Judkins, took on my case & shortly l was to be in court. Mr.Judkins, went to bat for me. The ch...
Posted by Jenna-Rose | November 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Mrs.
Mr. Judkins was amazing! He took his time with my case and truly listened to the situation. I could not have asked for a better attorney.
Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Competent, honest & knowlegeable
A friend recommended Mr. Judkins to me based on work he had previously done for him. Needing to get my affairs in order for my family, I met with Mr. Judkins and he advised me accordingly. He explained the importance of having a living will and a durable power of attorney in place so that my wishes...
James Marlon Judkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jim is both easygoing and smart. He is a pleasure to be around and great lawyer. I recommend him without reservation."
"Jim is an excellent advocate for his clients. He is always well prepared and thorough. He is devoted to law and a member of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers where he is updated and trained by the best trial attorneys in Tennessee. I trust his judgement and value his opinion. He is very smart and I enjoy discussing case theory with him. I endorse him without reservation."
"Jim is a tremendous advocate for his clients. He gets great results. He works tirelessly in his pursuit of justice. Highly recommend him for criminal law, family law or any probate matter."
"I've known Mr. Judkins for a number of years and have always found him to be an honest, forthright, and worthy adversary in the courtroom and a gentleman outside of the courtroom. I've seen first-hand the attention he gives to his clients and gladly give him my endorsement."
"I have witnessed Jim zealously and tirelessly advocate for his clients. I have no doubt that any person who chooses to hire Jim as their attorney will be well served and receive The same advocacy that I have personally witnessed. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I met Jim back in law school and have seen him in action in court. He knows his material and serves his clients well."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Family lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Attorney, James M. Judkins, Attorney at Law
Associations
2019 - Present
Rutherford Cannon County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
DeKalb County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - 2021
Upper Cumberland Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Dismisse
Education
N/A
Speaking Engagements
2015
DeKalb Rotary
2012
Wills and Estates
Publications
2020
2020
2020
2020
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2020
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers