About William Jackson
William Jackson Brown is the founder and owner of William J — Brown & Associates, PLLC, located at 23 N. Ocoee Street in Cleveland, Tennessee. Since 1977, Mr. Brown has been practicing law in Tennessee, focusing on a diverse range of areas including personal injury, criminal law, DUI & DWI, family law, divorce, and estate planning. His firm serves clients throughout the Cleveland-Chattanooga region, providing comprehensive legal services tailored to meet individual needs. In 1977, Mr. Brown earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Tennessee College of Law, starting a distinguished legal career. Prior to his law degree, he completed a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Tennessee Technological University in 1974.
During his undergraduate years, he joined the United States Army Reserves, where he was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant. His military service included commanding three cavalry troops for the 278th Armored Cavalry Unit of the Tennessee National Guard, demonstrating his leadership abilities early on. Before establishing his private practice, Mr. Brown served as an Assistant District Attorney in the 10th Judicial District of Tennessee from 1982 to 1988. In this capacity, he managed many cases—from simple assaults to capital murder—gaining invaluable trial experience. Notably, he argued and won the landmark civil rights case Tennessee v. Lane before the U.S. Supreme Court, a significant achievement that shows his legal acumen and commitment to justice.
At William J. Brown & Associates, the firm addresses various legal matters, including criminal defense, civil litigation, divorce and family law, financial abuse, contract disputes, and real estate and construction law. Additionally, the firm handles car and motorcycle accident cases, as well as probate, guardianship, and conservatorship issues. The dedicated team at the firm collaborates to ensure comprehensive legal representation, focusing on the needs of each client. Mr. Brown is admitted to practice law in Tennessee and has been a member of the Tennessee State Bar since 1977. He is also admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee, the U.S.
Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court. His professional affiliations include membership in the Tennessee Bar Association, and he actively participates in continuing legal education programs. For clients in the Cleveland-Chattanooga area seeking experienced legal counsel, William J. Brown & Associates stands out as a trusted resource, committed to providing exceptional client service and leveraging extensive trial experience to navigate complex legal challenges.
