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Patrick, Beard, Schulman & Jacoway, P.C.Partner
Mr. John W. Beard
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Mr. John W. Beard

4.7
6 reviews

537 Market Street, Suite 300, Chattanooga, TN 37402

Business Transactions, Corporations Law, Estate Planning Law and 1 more

About Mr. John W. Beard

Beta Alpha Psi; Beta Gamma Sigma; Omicron Delta Kappa; Phi Kappa Phi; Order of the Coif.

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Mr. John W. Beard got this award in 2021

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Business Law
Posted by Michael
October 11, 2022
Hired Attorney

As a career-practicing attorney, I am very selective concerning the skills, qualities and abilities of legal professionals whom I retain to assist my family. John Beard, Gary Patrick and their partners are extraordinary attorneys and business advisors. They possess a unique and valuable combination of the highest professional and legal skills, combined with common-sense approaches and advice, which results in the very finest legal advice and counsel. I have always valued this law firm as an integral part of my family's business and planning endeavors.

 
Business Law
Posted by anonymous
November 20, 2017
Hired Attorney

John has been our business attorney for many years. His attention to detail, responsiveness and dedication to his clients is unmatched. John is a true partner that watches out for your company's best interests and guides you through any situation so nothing is missed.

Taxation
Posted by anonymous
August 25, 2011
Hired Attorney

Mr. Beard prepared two state inheritance tax returns for me. One for my father and one for my mother. My parents died 11 days apart. He was always timely and professional in all of our communications. He answered my questions in terms I could understand. The quick acceptance of the tax returns by the State of Tennessee is an indication of the thoroughness of the job he did.

 
Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
August 19, 2011
Hired Attorney

His knowledge and understanding of a potentially conflicting un-divided ownership sale of real estate was able to point out items of the contract that were not in our best interest and to recommend changes to the contract which highly strengthened our position and resulted in a more favorable bargaining position.

Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
August 15, 2011
Hired Attorney

John was contacted to represent my family's position in a real estate transaction that had become too complicated for us to understand. John quickly renegotiated the terms of the deal to protect us as the sellers, and we closed with the confidence that we would be paid in full for our land.

Business Law
Posted by Frank
March 02, 2022
Hired Attorney

John only cares about his hair. If he had spent as much time on my case as he did his hair, we would have won. He thinks he really cool! Nice plugs john !

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Areas of Law

  • Other 4
    • Business Transactions
    • Corporations Law
    • Estate Planning Law
    • Probate

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1978, Tennessee
    1979, Georgia
    Memberships
    Chattanooga and Tennessee Bar Associations
    State Bar of Georgia
    Estate Planning Council of Chattanooga
    Chattanooga Tax Practitioners (Past President, 1985-1986).
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Tennessee
    Class of 1978
    J.D.
    with high honors
    Other Education
    University of Tennessee
    Class of 1975
    B.S.
    with high honors
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1953
    Chattanooga, Tennessee, April 22, 1953

Contact Mr. John W. Beard

Partner at Patrick, Beard, Schulman & Jacoway, P.C.
4.7
6 reviews

Market Court, 537 Market Street, Suite 300Chattanooga, TN 37402U.S.A.

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Fax: 423-267-5032
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  • Monday 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Tuesday 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Friday 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Saturday By appointment

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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Mr. John W. Beard was admitted in 1978 to the State of Tennessee.
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    Yes, Mr. John W. Beard offers fixed fees for certain legal services.
  • Does this attorney accept major credit cards?
    Yes, Mr. John W. Beard will accept Visa and MasterCard.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Patrick, Beard, Schulman & Jacoway, P.C. has 13 attorneys at this location.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Mr. John W. Beard attended University of Tennessee.

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