Charlton Maloy Guffey, Family Law Attorney in Jamestown, Tennessee

Charlton concentrates on family law, personal injury, probate, real estate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Charlton handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Family Law

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• Personal Injury

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• Probate

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• Real Estate

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• Trusts

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Charlton's primary office is at 506 N Main St, Jamestown, TN, 38556-3241. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Charlton usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Charlton discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Charlton for a family law case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Charlton walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Charlton offer a free consultation?

  Charlton charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charlton's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Charlton's current terms during booking.

• How long do family law cases in Tennessee typically take?

  Simple family law 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. Charlton gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Charlton take my case if I'm outside Jamestown?

  Charlton 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 — Charlton 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 Charlton?

  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. Charlton will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Charlton accepting new family law clients right now?

  Charlton's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.