Practice Areas 

The Cheadle law offices have broad experience in representing creditors in all forums in Tennessee. In state court, the attorneys assist businesses in recovering unpaid obligations and in enforcing creditors' rights. In bankruptcy court, the lawyers file proofs of claim, motions for relief from stay, objections to confirmation, and dischargeability complaints. John R. Cheadle, Jr. has had extensive involvement in receivership law and in representing businesses in defending and prosecuting commercial disputes.

Nashville, Tennessee’s Cheadle and Cheadle, as well as their Knoxville branch, Cheadle and Schnupp, have broad experience in several areas of legal practice. Primary areas of focus include :

Business Law

The Cheadle law offices offer clients an extensive background in business law. The firm’s lawyers are available to assist clients with all business matters, including recovery of unpaid obligations, transactions, and providing general legal counsel.

Banking Law

Banking law covers the regulation of banks and finances. Attorneys at the Cheadle law offices assist clients in cases pertaining to:

• Recovery of unpaid loans
• Recovery of DDAs
• Deposit and trust accounts
• Electronic banking and fund transfer systems
• Limitations on the disclosure of confidential financial information
• Recovery of unpaid credit card balances
• Credit card agreements and services
• Defense of counter-suits
• Defense of lender liability suits
• Other banking related legal issues

Creditor Bankruptcy Law

Creditors often assume that in a bankruptcy proceeding, their options against a debtor are almost non-existent. The truth is you may have rights to pursue collection depending on what chapter was filed and if your loan is secured by any of the debtor's property. Attorneys at Cheadle law offices have extensive bankruptcy law experience and can clarify your rights and entitlements as a creditor.

Insurance Law

A seasoned insurance law veteran can make the terms and conditions of a claim crystal clear. Insurance companies should always seek experienced legal counsel when there is a dispute over how a claim should be resolved. The laws are in place to protect companies as well as consumers. The Cheadle law firm has particular expertise in the recovery of subrogation claims.

Receivership Law

In a receivership, the court orders property to be placed under the control of a receiver, usually at the behest of a secured lender. The Cheadle law offices can help assist your business in determining if a receivership is the appropriate course of action.

Aviation Law

Aviation law governs the operation of aircraft and the maintenance of aviation facilities. These laws are regulated by administrative agencies in both federal and state governments. Cheadle and Cheadle represent pilots and businesses in all areas of aviation practice including:

• Securitization of collateral
• Aviation collateral
• Pilot representation
• Aviation conflicts