Jordan T. Newport

Jordan T. Newport

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 7 years

Business Lawyer at Knoxville, TN
Practice Areas: Business, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Probate

900 S. Gay Street, Suite 1400, Knoxville, TN

About Jordan

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Business 50%

My business law practice generally involves the creation or acquisition of businesses, the drafting of contracts and other legal documents, and general business counsel. business litigation a

50%
Real Estate 20%

My real estate practice involves assisting in the acquisition of commercial real estate, as well as the preparation of deeds and other legal documentation.

20%
Estate Planning 15%

My estate planning practice involves drafting wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.

15%
Probate 15%

My probate practice generally involves representing the estates of individuals that passed away either with, or without a will. Through this process, I guide and assist the personal representative with the complete administration of the estate.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 7 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2019

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Egerton, McAfee, Armistead & Davis, PC

900 S. Gay Street, Suite 1400, Knoxville, TN, 37902

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Jordan T. Newport's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by William | June 6, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Professional but Friendly

Obviously knows the law. Mr. Newport is highly approachable, easy to talk to, and unintimidating. He will tell you what is, not what you wish to be.

Posted by Karen | January 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

karen

I would recommend Jordon to anyone. He takes the time to hear you out and He handles things with good judgement. I know if I need him again he will be there for me.

Posted by Dylan | March 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing Experience!

I would highly recommend Jordan for anyone looking for an attorney! I had an urgent real estate matter that needed to be taken care of, and he went above and beyond to get my issue resolved and questions answered.

Jordan Newport

Replied last March 8, 2021

Thank you so much for your kind words, Dylan! It was a joy working with you and I am glad that we were to make you feel comfortable with your potential real estate transaction!

Posted by Ken | January 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Estate Planning

Mr. Newport updated our wills and trust. He is very professional and his customer service is outstanding. We highly recommend him to anyone considering their trust or estate planning.

Posted by Hassan | November 5, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Hassan Alkhatib MD

Mr. Newport is an amazingly professional, knowledgeable, and personable attorney. He handled my case and the outcome was exactly what we were working towards. He knows the law, he will work with you and represent you with ourstanding results. He really works with you and makes sure he has every detai...l, he does his research, ..I cannot say enough great things about him. He is the one you want to represent you! I was very impressed by his knowledge and his professional manner ! 10 stars!

Jordan Newport

Replied last November 6, 2020

Thank you so much for your kind words, Dr. Alkhatib! It was a joy working with you and I am glad that we were able to achieve our goals!

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Jordan T. Newport's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alexander Cramer

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known and worked with Jordan for many years. He is truly one of the hardest working individuals in the industry. I personally bounce ideas off him on a regular basis and he is one individual I always look forward to working with. He has my full an unequivocal endorsement."

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Samuel Hall

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure and privilege of knowing Mr. Newport for years, even before he became a lawyer to the present time, where he is an outstanding attorney. He is professional, hardworking, a great communicator, and truly goes the extra mile. I know that if I or a family needed an attorney in the Knoxville area, I would be more than happy to have Mr. Newport represent me/them. He knows nothing less than excellence."

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Robert Dziewulski

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Mr. Newport on legal matters and substantial non-legal projects. Mr. Newport is an effective communicator. He has a great courtroom presence that is strengthened by his relatability and ability to simplify the complex subject matter. His ability to plainly and effectively argue complex issues in briefs in memos is supported by his expert legal research. I strongly recommend him."

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T. Scott Jones

Litigation lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I was fortunate to have had Jordan work in my office in Knoxville. He manifested a keen work ethic and a strong grasp of the law in every matter that was put before him. I believe he will accomplish great things and consider him an asset to the profession."

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David Bledsoe

Civil rights lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jordan for a few years now and can attest to his strong work-ethic and intellect. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney."

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Seth Oakes

Civil rights lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jordan for several years and have had the opportunity to see him work diligently and grow as a practitioner. I highly recommend Jordan for any prospective client seeking assistance with civil rights issues."

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John Haines

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jordan is an excellent attorney who zealously, and professionally represents his clients. Anyone in search of an attorney would do well to retain his services."

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Michael Watson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alexander Cramer

Employment and labor lawyer

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Samuel Hall

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Jonathan Taylor

Civil rights lawyer

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Kelly Tanner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Seth Oakes

Estate planning lawyer

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Courtney Walker

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Robert Dziewulski

Business lawyer

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David Bledsoe

Criminal defense lawyer

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T. Scott Jones

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Luke Durham

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John Haines

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Associate Attorney, Egerton, McAfee, Armistead & Davis, P.C.

2022 - 2024

Attorney, Hagood Moody Hodge PLC

2019 - 2022

Associate Attorney, Taylor & Knight, GP

2019 - 2019

Law Clerk, Banks & Jones

2018 - 2019

Law Clerk, Taylor & Knight, GP

2018 - 2018

Law Clerk, Ritchie, Dillard, Davies & Johnson, PC

2017 - 2018

Law Clerk, Tarpy, Cox, Fleishman & Leveille, P.L.L.C.

2017 - 2017

Intern, Tennessee Court Of Appeals

Associations

2016 - Present

Knoxville Bar Association

Member

2018 - 2019

American Inns of Court

Member

2016 - 2025

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2019

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Teno v. Iwanski

Dismissed

Morgan v. Stansberry, et al.

Dismissed

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Education

2019

Lincoln Memorial University – Duncan School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2016

University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main)

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

2019

Lincoln Memorial University Law Review “Silencing Sedition” How Abraham Lincoln and John Adams Desecrated the Constitution to Combat Public Reprimand

Languages

English

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