Jack Tapper

Jack Tapper is a Tennessee attorney whose practice includes family law, estates and probate, wills and trusts, powers of attorney, business and commercial law, real estate, employment law, personal injury, and civil litigation. He has counseled a wide range of clients for more than 38 years, from sole proprietors and small businesses to major companies and their leadership. His work reflects broad civil practice experience, practical judgment, and strong litigation skills.

Jack earned his B.A., magna cum laude, from Rutgers The State University and his Juris Doctor from Penn Law School at the University of Pennsylvania. His education gave him a strong foundation in legal analysis, writing, advocacy, and business-related problem-solving. That academic training continues to support his work across many civil practice areas, where careful preparation and sound judgment are essential to effective representation.

Over the course of his career, Jack has built extensive experience in both private practice and in-house counsel roles. He has spent more than 28 years in private civil practice, counseling clients and litigating matters ranging from divorce and probate to business law and personal injury. He also served for 10 years as in-house counsel to Fortune 500 companies, overseeing litigation nationwide for subsidiaries, franchisees, and company-owned properties.

Jack Tapper has helped clients address legal issues involving families, estates, businesses, employment matters, real estate, and litigation with clear advice and dependable representation. His background also includes service as a professional speaker, published author on workplace risk issues, adjunct professor, and court-appointed guardian ad litem. His work reflects broad legal knowledge, practical experience, and a strong commitment to helping clients make informed decisions in important matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, The Law Offices of Jack W. Tapper
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
• Past President, Bradley County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Tennessee
• New Jersey

Education

• Penn Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Rutgers-The State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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