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Tennessee Supreme Court Cases
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| View Entry | Year | Case Name | County | Cause/Crime | Case Description | Division | Location | # Pages | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| View Entry | 1856 | William J. Russell v. William Quillin | White | Failure to Perform Duties as Counsel |
The Plaintiff was accused of slander in the Chancery Court and his counsel entered a play of not guilty and he was later found guilty. He is now arguing that he should not have to pay the judgment because his lawyer should have entered a plea of justification. |
Middle | Range: 32 Section: C Shelf: Box Number: 255 | 20 | Order A Copy |