Daniel Wayne Starnes, General Attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee
Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Litigation
Knoxville, TN
Practicing general in Knoxville since 2007.
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Daniel Wayne Starnes is an attorney based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Daniel has over 19 years of legal experience.
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- Knoxville, TN
- Experience
- over 19 years
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- General · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles General, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Knoxville, TN.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Daniel Wayne Starnes: Daniel Wayne Starnes is an attorney based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Daniel has over 19 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daniel Wayne Starnes
Daniel concentrates on general, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Litigation
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General cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Daniel takes general matters in Knoxville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Daniel takes insurance matters in Knoxville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Daniel takes litigation matters in Knoxville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Daniel Wayne Starnes — Over 19 years of Tennessee general experience
Daniel Wayne Starnes is an attorney based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Daniel has over 19 years of legal experience.
Daniel Wayne Starnes is a lawyer practicing agriculture, insurance, litigation. Daniel received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years. Daniel practices in Knoxville, TN.
How Daniel handles general matters
Daniel Wayne Starnes is a lawyer practicing agriculture, insurance, litigation. Daniel received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years. Daniel practices in Knoxville, TN.
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and litigation matters in Knoxville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Daniel Wayne Starnes's legal education and bar admissions
Dayton University School of Law
J.D. · 2007
University of Tennessee
B.S. Agriculture · 2004
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
U. S. District Court
2008 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
2007 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Dayton University School of Law and B.S. Agriculture in University of Tennessee.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Dayton University School of Law and B.S. Agriculture in University of Tennessee. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations
Tennessee Bar Association
membership
Locations
Daniel Wayne Starnes's office in Knoxville
Daniel's primary office is at 8517 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37919-5354. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Daniel Wayne Starnes — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel Wayne Starnes
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Knoxville?
Daniel is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new general clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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