Jim R. Williams

Jim R. Williams is an experienced attorney whose practice spans family law, personal injury, estate matters, bankruptcy, criminal defense, and mediation. He represents clients in a wide range of legal issues, including divorce, child custody, adoption, wrongful death, and Social Security Disability claims, with focused, practical guidance.

Jim built his legal foundation by studying at Liberty University before earning his Juris Doctor from University of Tennessee College of Law. That educational path prepared him for a broad practice serving individuals and families with serious legal needs. His background supports work that requires careful analysis, strong advocacy, and steady problem-solving.

Jim is licensed to practice in both Tennessee and Virginia, giving him the ability to assist clients across state lines. His admissions also include multiple federal courts, including U.S. District Courts and U.S. Bankruptcy Courts, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and Sixth Circuit.

Jim works across many areas of family and civil law, helping clients address divorce, child support, conservatorship, guardianship, juvenile matters, and probate issues. He also assists with estate planning documents such as Last Will & Testament, Living Will, and Power of Attorney, giving clients clear legal tools for important life decisions.

Jim is also a Rule 31 Listed Family/General Civil Mediator, a certification that reflects his ability to help parties resolve disputes outside the courtroom. In mediation matters, he brings structure, fairness, and a practical approach that supports productive discussion and helps people move toward workable outcomes with less conflict.

Jim has helped people facing accidents, personal injury claims, bankruptcy pressures, and criminal charges by guiding them through difficult legal processes with direct advice and determined representation. His work centers on protecting client interests, explaining options clearly, and helping individuals make informed decisions during stressful and often time-sensitive situations.

Jim R. Williams remains active in the legal community through the Tennessee Bar Association, Kingsport Bar Association, Virginia Bar Association, and Scott County Bar Association. His broad admissions, mediator certification, and wide-ranging practice reflect a career dedicated to helping clients solve problems, protect rights, and plan ahead with confidence.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner & Managing Attorney, Jim Williams & Associates Attorneys at Law, LLC
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• Member, Kingsport Bar Association
• Member, Virginia Bar Association
• Member, Scott County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Tennessee
• Virginia

Education

• University of Tennessee College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Liberty University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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