This session will provide an in-depth exploration of counterclaims in Tennessee consumer law cases. Attendees will gain insights into the procedural and substantive aspects of filing and defending counterclaims. The presentation will cover the legal framework governing counterclaims, practical considerations for practitioners, and recent case law developments. Participants will learn how to effectively leverage counterclaims to protect their clients' interests and navigate complex litigation scenarios.
Learning Objectives:
Legal Framework: Attendees will learn about the statutory and case law foundations of counterclaims in Tennessee consumer law cases, including relevant rules and regulations.
Develop Strategic Approaches: Participants will explore strategic considerations for filing and defending counterclaims, including timing, jurisdictional issues, and potential defenses.
Timeliness: The session will emphasize the importance of timely actions in counterclaim processes, including shifting statutes of limitations.
Staff Attorney, Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands
Trina Hughes is an attorney in the Oak Ridge office of Legal Aid Society of Middle TN and the Cumberlands primarily practicing in the areas of consumer, fair housing, and family law. She joined LAS in February 2020. Before joining Legal Aid Society, Trina worked as an elder law attorney... Read More →