$ 200-300 per hour
Joseph Patrick Stapleton
also known as Pat Stapleton
About Joseph
Biography
Hi, may name is Pat Stapleton and I have been practicing law in Sevier County and East Tennessee generally since 1997, primarily in the areas of real property litigation and construction litigation. At the end of 2021, I left litigatioin practice to become a title attorney and shareholder at Smoky Mountain Title, Inc.
I have been married to my beautiful wife since 1995, and we have twototally awesome kids. My favorite way to spend time outside of my office is to be with my family on whatever adventure comes up. One thing I know for certian is that I was put on this earth to be a father, and I jealously guard my time with my family.
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Licensed in Tennessee for 29 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Wynn, Yates, Duncan & Stapleton / Smoky Mountain Title
117 Joy Street, Sevierville, TN, 37862
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Posted by Cristy | May 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Letter of recommendation for J. Pat Stapleton
In the summer of 2014, I was injured in a car accident. As the year progressed, my injury did not heal and it was necessary to hire an attorney. I had no prior experience with this so I was a bit apprehensive about the process. Mr. Stapleton was an excellent choice. He is knowledgeable, conscientious...
Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2015 | Real Estate
Highly recommended attorney!
Mr. Stapleton represented me in a real estate matter. He was very professional, compassionate, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. I felt I was in good hands. I did a good bit of research and called other attorneys before making it to Mr. Stapleton. One thing I learned is that he is well respected i...
Posted by Robert | August 05, 2014 | Wills & Living Wills
Will
Mr. Stapleton helped my wife and I complete our will to cover our kids in case anything happen to both of us. He was highly professional and answered all the questions we had and came well prepared to document and complete the process well above our expectations. He helped us be assured that what we ...
Posted by Walt | July 24, 2014 | Real Estate
I Recommend Mr. Stapleton
Mr. Stapleton has represented me in a real estate matter and showed the highest level of professionalism. He responded to my inquiries quickly and completely. Mr. Stapleton was always pleasant to work with, knowledgeable concerning laws applicable to my case, and effective in achieving results. He...
Posted by Julie | May 08, 2013 | Business
Great attorney!
This trial attorney has represented me in lengthy and complex business litigation. I am very satisfied with the legal representation I have received. This lawyer is very knowledgeable and has a very strong courtroom presence. This attorney is very competent and has kept me well informed of any new ...
Joseph Patrick Stapleton's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the pleasure of knowing J. Patrick “Pat” Stapleton, over the past approximately eighteen (18) years as my friend, colleague, confidant, and finally, in the capacity as my own legal counsel in a seven (7) year protracted complex business litigation (we won). I hold Pat Stapleton in high esteem as to his professional abilities and have referred numerous clients to him over the years, especially in regard to complex business litigation and technical business issues, who have remained loyal to him over the course of several years, and who are very pleased with his work. Pat is hard working, intelligent, and kind, yet a keen litigator and negotiator. He is very skilled and I have great faith and confidence in his abilities. I would highly recommend Pat for any of your legal needs."
"I strongly endorse Pat Stapleton. He is one of the most hard-working, diligent lawyers I know. Pat is a brilliant tactician who knows how to use every arrow in his quiver to achieve the best result for his clients. He is also well-respected by all of the judges sitting in Sevier County. I do not routinely practice in Sevier County courts, but when I do, the first thing I do is hire Pat to be co-counsel. His presence lends immense credibility to whatever matter I may be working on. You cannot go wrong with Pat."
"I have known Pat since I was 14 years old. He always wanted to be an attorney, and it's clear he made a good career choice. I have on several occasions referred clients with issues in Knoxville area his way and have never heard anything but positives. I fully endorse Pat as an attorney and person."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Title Attorney/Shareholder, Wynn, Yates, Duncan & Stapleton / Smoky Mountain Title, Inc.
2000 - 2021
Attorney/Owner, J. Patrick Stapleton, PC
1999 - 2000
Associate, Brabson, Hamilton & Stapleton, PLLC
1997 - 1999
Associate, Brabson, Yates & Hamilton, PLLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Knox County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Sevier County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Mitchel v. Owens, 185 S.W.3d 837 (Tenn. Ct. App. 2005)
Judgment of $181,467.64, due to contractor fraud affirmed by the Court of Appeals. Permission to Appeal was denied by the Tennessee Supremen Court.
Dan Bradley v. L.M. Berry & Co., 215 F.3d 1325 (6th Cir. 2000)
Judgment for the Plaintiff for $90,000.00, in lost profits. Upheld on appeal.
Judd's v. Muir, 1998 WL 338212 (WL 1998)
Successfully pierced the corporate veil and held shareholders liable. Upheld by Court of Appeals.
Education
1997
University of Tennessee
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
East Tennessee State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Can my family member buy my home at auction and rent it back to me.
26 Sep 2016
Q&A
How do I get a deed to my inherited house standing on 1 acre of land? My mom left to me this in her last will & testimony.
26 Jul 2016
Q&A
What happens if I don't show up for the detainer summons for court. How long do I have to move after court if our lease weekly
22 Jun 2016