Joseph C. Simpson

Degrees Earned

• Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) – University of Memphis, School of Law 1987 
• Bachelor of Science (Finance) - University of Tennessee (1994, with high honors)

Accomplishments

• American Jurisprudence Award 

Bar Association Memberships

• American Bar Association
• Tennessee Bar Association
• Chattanooga Bar Association
• Chattanooga Tax Practitioners
• National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Court Admissions 

• U.S. Tax Court 
• All Tennessee State Courts

Boards / Committee Memberships

• Chattanooga Bar Association Pro Bono Committee   
• Legal Aid of East Tennessee - Board of Directors 

• Free Initial Consultation: No
• Typical Retainer Fee: Varies
• Fixed-Priced Services and Fees: Yes 
• Hourly Rate Fees: Yes

What influences led you to your primary area of practice and what life experience made you to be a better attorney?

I have had the opportunity of working with experienced attorneys over the years who have mentored my practice in a technical as well as practical application of the law to a particular situation. This background allows me to make a technical assessment of your situation, while at the same time applying practical guidelines as to cost effectiveness of pursuing the remedy.

From an early age, I have been intrigued by tax and estate matters. The very technical area of tax law, combined with the practical aspects of dealing with individual clients makes this a very satisfying practice.

Describe your law firm.

Our firm is a large national firm with extensive resources to meet the individual needs of our clients. However, we pride ourselves on not losing sight of the practical aspects of dealing with individual client needs.