$ 275-350 per hour
John Winston Heacock
About John
Biography
I had been a high school science teacher and an infantryman in the Army before I went to law school, so I know the value of a hard-earned dollar. I respect that my clients work hard for their money, so I don't waste it or their time. I place a priority on providing cost-effective legal and mediation services. Fighting for what's fair shouldn't be a luxury reserved for a select few or bankrupt someone.
I try to bring a creative perspective to legal problem-solving and dispute resolution, where "we've never done that before" is no excuse. My diverse experiences have broadened my perspective, both as an attorney and as a person, and continues to do so. Practicing law is part of my life, it's not the whole thing, and I think that makes me a better attorney and better able to understand and help my clients.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Tennessee for 30 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kentucky for 27 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of John Winston Heacock
2109 Early Ave, Nashville, TN, 37206-1735
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John Winston Heacock's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Joe | April 8, 2015
Only lawyer you will need
I went to John for a divorce from a referral. In the unfortunate experience as a divorce is, John made is very simple, worry free, and quick. I also can not get over how easily you can contact him via phone or email and get an immediate response. I won't consider using anyone else. He truly does ...
Posted by Tamara | March 26, 2015
Professional AND Empathetic
John is a real 21st century lawyer - totally fluent in courtroom advocacy skills AND equipped with the listening and empathy skills of a mediator. This unique and important blend of approaches - combined with extensive multicultural experience and understanding - gives him AUTHENTICITY in ways that ...
Posted by Zev | May 12, 2014
Excellent help for my small business
I have been running a small business for a number of years with only marginal success. I became more serious about expanding my client base, extending the services offered and adding employees; John was an integral part of that growth. With his direction and knowledge of contracts, risk, and employ...
Posted by james | May 9, 2014
Went the extra mile.
I had a co worker who needed a divorce and to get custody of his son from an abusive mother who lived out of state. No other lawyer wanted to take his case. John overcame many hurdles and reunited the son with his father.
Posted by Jeffrey | May 9, 2014
Great lawyer. Perfect combination of intelligence and aggressiveness
We used john to assist us in a partnership deal that became messy. He did a wonderful job in thinking "out of the box" and representing our case! Many thanks to john
John Winston Heacock's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have know John for many years and know him to be a very respected litigation attorney."
"I have known John Heacock as a lawyer for about 20 years and would recommend him to anyone looking for a divorce/domestic lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Professional and realistic family mediator."
"Mr. Heacock is a creative, aggressive and thoughtful attorney. I trust him to represent his clients with compassion and skill."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Heacock was forthcoming and worked hard to represent his client's interests. He did not waste the time of the parties or the Court."
"John is a hard-working and committed lawyer. He is an asset to the legal community and it's been my pleasure to know him."
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Experience
Honors
2015
2014-2015 Graduate Writing Award, Belmont Graduate English Dep't
2014
Martindale-Hubbell BV rated, Martindale-Hubbell rating
2013
Peer Award, 2013 graduating class, Cumberland University MPSM program
2013
Martindale-Hubbell BV rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
TN Rule 31 Listed Civil Mediator, TN Alternative Dispute Resolution Commission
2012
Martindale-Hubbell BV rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2010 - 2011
General Counsel, Malcap Mortgage LLC
2004 - 2007
General Counsel & Chief Operating Officer, Snappy Sales, LLC
1995 - 1997
Associate Attorney, Manier, Herod, Hollabaugh & Smith
1994 - 1995
Judicial clerk, The Honorable Danny J. Boggs, United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
1991 - 2012
Military Policeman / Infantryman / Mortarman, Tennessee National Guard
Associations
2012 - Present
American LegionMember
2010 - 2017
Tennessee Bar AssociationLeadership Law Class of 2010
Sample of Legal Cases
Brookridge Apts., Ltd. v. Universal Constructors, et al., 01A01-9709-CV-00523 (Tenn. Ct. App. 1998)
Successfully defended architect against appeal seeking to reinstate a dismissed lawsuit.
Trostel v. American Life & Cas. Ins. Co., 92 F.3d 736 (8th Cir. 1996).
Helped obtain a $2.3M+ judgment for heirs of a building lessor.
Education
2017
Belmont University
MA - Masters
2013
Cumberland University
MS - Master of Science
1994
Vanderbilt University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
Duke University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminar
"The SCOTUS, Stare Decisis, and Supremely Unpopular Rulings: When Can (And Has!) the SCOTUS Taken A Judicial Mulligan?"
Publications
2012
The Tennessean
Tennessee Voices: Sports and music fans are losers under proposed TN ticket law
1997
Tort and Insurance Law Journal
Arbitration and the Contract Surety: Inclusion and Preclusion
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
What are my rights as a mother if my child’s father moved away without warning ?
19 Nov 2020
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What can I do about getting full custody over my two girls when dad is in jail?
21 Aug 2018
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Got final divorce decree 5 days ago but we have now reconciled. How do we reverse the order within the 30 days?
29 Aug 2015