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Jesse Pratt Lords
also known as Jesse Lords
About Jesse
Biography
I specialize in uncontested divorce and cooperative divorce. I strive to help my clients reduce stress by taking care of the unpleasant business of divorce on their behalf, working to resolve disagreements with less drama. This way, we're able to help most clients get divorced faster and save thousands of dollars compared to a typical divorce lawyer.
Professional Experience
- Self-employed Divorce & Family Lawyer since 2019
- Co-founder & Criminal Lawyer at the Law Office of Lords and Cate 2013-2020
- Student Attorney for Child and Family Litigation Clinic at University of Memphis 2012
Education Background
- Juris Doctorate from University of Memphis School of Law 2013
- Bachelors of Science in Political Science from Middle Tennessee State University in 2010
- US Army Noncommissioned Officers Academy 2004
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
95%
13 years
Wills and Living Wills
5%
9 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Tennessee for 13 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2013
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Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Worst lawyer pure scam.
I hired Jesse Lords for a child support/divorce process since in his career Bio it clearly includes that it is what he "specializes in". Total waste of money and time. Been in the process for over a year now and when we paid him the retainer which was very expensive it ran out super fast for barely n...
Posted by Yolonda | June 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
He is terrible and rude
I hired him to represent my son for a probation violation and he did nothing. He just took our money and basically let the prosecution do whatever they wanted. It was only a technical violation. He was unprepared and didn't even know the law.
Jesse Lords
Replied last June 10, 2018Yolonda, what is your son’s name? There is absolutely no way that anything you stated here is true. I never “let the prosecution do whatever they want” on any of my cases. What area of law regarding your son’s case do I not know?
Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2015 | Criminal Defense
He really helps!
Wr used Mr. Lords for my brother on a probation violation. Mr. Lords was attentive, honest, and helpful. He actually listened to my brother's needs, spoke with the DA, and got my brother an amazing deal. He was friendly, curteous, and talked with my brother to let him know what to expect. Mr Lords ...
Posted by Kenneth | June 23, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Very Knowledgeable and Professional
I was highly impressed with the Law Offices of Lords & Cate. They helped me review my case and explained to me all of the options that I had. Mr. Lords stayed in great communication with me throughout the entire process and helped me get the results that I wanted. I highly recommend these two to ...
Posted by Vincent | June 22, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Jesse is tha truth!
I was looking for a lawyer to represent me on a few charges so I drove by the courthouse and flagged down a sharp looking lawyer- his suit was fly!! That suit was Jesse Lords!! He has represented me and my family on several charges since I hired him last year. I know Jesse's got my back. I won't ever...
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Experience
Honors
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2013 - 2020
Co-Founder, The Law Offices of Lords and Cate
2012 - 2013
Student Attorney, Child and Family Litigation Clinic University of Memphis
2012 - 2012
Law Clerk/Intern, Honorable Don Ash
2011 - 2013
Law Clerk, A. W. Wages
2007 - 2009
Multichannel Transmission System Operator and Maintainer, Tennessee Army National Guard
2002 - 2006
Multichannel Transmission System Operator and Maintainer, United States Army
Associations
2013 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association
2013 - Present
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Tennessee v. H. P.
case dismissed prior to preliminary hearing.
State of Tennessee v. D. B.
Not guilty following a jury trial
State of Tennessee v. H. B.
Guilty of assault, and facilitation of an aggravated burglary: 2 years of probation and not guilty on all the remaining counts.
State of Tennessee v. K. M.
K. M. Plead guilty to Aggravated Assault, 6 years at 30%
State of Tennessee v. D. W.
After a two day trial, D. W. was found not guilty
State of Tennessee v. K. J.
After a two day trial, K. J. was convicted of Simple Robbery, 15 years at 60%
State of Tennessee v. A.W.
Case Dismissed
Education
2013
University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
Middle Tennessee State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Unity-in-the-Community Expo
How to Deal with Police Encounters
Publications
2014
Self Published Pamphlet
How to Deal With Police
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Need to be aware of the Mutual Divorce Process for Legal Non Immigrants in Nashville,TN?
28 Sep 2021
Q&A
Will i automatically be emancipated in Tennessee if i get married at 16 with parental consent?
07 Jun 2018
Q&A
How do I get a legal separation and how much does it cost?
07 Jun 2018