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Mark W Litchford

Mark W Litchford

About Mark W Litchford

Mark W Litchford is a distinguished attorney and a founding member of Litchford, Pearce & Associates, PLLC, located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He holds licenses to practice law in Tennessee and Georgia, specializing in government law, commercial litigation, personal injury, business transactions, and criminal defense. His legal acumen was acknowledged in 2016 when he was named a “2016 Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters publication.

Litchford possesses extensive trial experience, adeptly representing clients across various legal areas such as governmental regulations, personal injury, criminal defense, federal and state constitutional law, real property disputes, and public records and annexation actions. His role as general representation counsel extends to numerous companies in industries including oil & lubricant distribution, logistics freight, restaurant, medical, and real estate. He offers services such as labor & employment counseling, collections, contract negotiations, and member/shareholder agreements.

In addition to trial work, Litchford routinely engages in appellate practice, advocating for clients in federal and state appeals on diverse issues including landowner tax disputes, federal and state constitutional law, civil rights, competitive business practices, and the Tennessee Open Records Act. His legal career began with a clerkship under the Honorable W. Neil Thomas, III, of the Eleventh Judicial District in Hamilton County, Tennessee, followed by an eleven-year tenure at a prestigious Chattanooga law firm before establishing Litchford, Pearce & Associates, PLLC.

Litchford is an active member of the Federal, Tennessee, Georgia, and local Chattanooga Bar Associations. He is admitted to practice in Tennessee, Georgia, the Eastern District of Tennessee, and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. His professional affiliations include involvement with the Tennessee Municipal League, the National League of Cities, the Municipal Technical Advisory Service, and the Tennessee Municipal Attorneys Association.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Car Accidents
Personal Injury

Tennessee Car Accident Laws

Understanding Tennessee's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

1 year

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

modified comparative fault (50%)

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$15K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Mark W Litchford specialize in?

Mark W Litchford specializes in government law, commercial litigation, personal injury, business transactions, and criminal defense.

Where is Mark W Litchford licensed to practice?

Mark W Litchford is licensed to practice in Tennessee, Georgia, the Eastern District of Tennessee, and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.

What recognition has Mark W Litchford received?

In 2016, Mark W Litchford was named a “2016 Rising Star” by Super Lawyers.

What industries does Mark W Litchford provide legal services to?

He provides legal services to industries such as oil & lubricant distribution, logistics freight, restaurant, medical, and real estate.

What professional associations is Mark W Litchford a member of?

He is a member of the Federal, Tennessee, Georgia, and local Chattanooga Bar Associations, and is involved with the Tennessee Municipal League, the National League of Cities, the Municipal Technical Advisory Service, and the Tennessee Municipal Attorneys Association.

Contact Information

5726 Marlin Road Franklin Bldg, Ste 107 Chattanooga TN 37411
Chattanooga, TN
+1-423-803-4333 Visit Website

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Mark for a free case review

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