About
R. Wayne Culbertson is a long-standing attorney known for decades of consistent legal service in Tennessee. His career spans more than fifty years, during which he has handled a wide range of legal matters. His work reflects a steady commitment to representing individuals in both state and federal courts.
Wayne built his academic foundation with a Bachelor of Science Degree from East Tennessee State University in 1964. He then earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Tennessee School of Law in 1967. This educational path provided the structure for his long and active legal career.
Wayne focuses his legal work on a general practice approach with strong experience in several key areas. His practice includes personal injury, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, wrongful death, and criminal law. He regularly represents clients facing serious legal challenges that require careful preparation and attention.
Wayne has spent most of his professional life serving clients in Kingsport, Tennessee. His years of experience allow him to handle both straightforward and complex cases with confidence. He is familiar with courtroom procedures and works to guide clients through legal processes with clarity and focus.
Wayne began his legal career shortly after being admitted to the Tennessee Bar Association in 1967. Early in his career, he served as an Assistant District Attorney for the State of Tennessee in Sullivan County from 1968 to 1970, gaining valuable courtroom and prosecutorial experience.
Wayne remains active within the legal community through professional memberships. He is a member of the Kingsport and Tennessee Bar Associations and previously served as President of the Kingsport Bar Association from 1986 to 1987. He is also affiliated with the Trial Lawyers Association.
R. Wayne Culbertson continues to be recognized for his long-standing legal career and dedication to his clients. His broad experience across multiple practice areas allows him to assist individuals facing difficult legal situations while maintaining a steady and practical approach to every case he handles.
Law Office Affiliations
- Founder & Lead Attorney, R. Wayne Culbertson, P.C.
- Member, Tennessee Bar Association
- Former President, Kingsport Bar Association
- Member, Trial Lawyers Association
Licensed State
- Tennessee
Education
- University of Tennessee College of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - East Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Awards & Badges



- Assault & Battery
- Drug Crime
- DUI & DWI
- Speeding & Traffic Tickets
- Violent Crime
- Medical Malpractice
- Wrongful Death
- Workers' Compensation




