Legal Disclaimer

1. Attorney Advertising

This website is attorney advertising under the Rules of Professional Conduct of the Tennessee Supreme Court. The information presented on this site is intended to provide general information about Downard & Associates, PLLC, our attorneys, and our practice areas.

Tennessee Bar Rule 7.1 Compliance: The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience.

Responsible Attorney:Joseph M. Dalton, Jr., Managing Member, Downard & Associates, PLLC, 800 Connell Street, Nashville, TN 37204.

2. Not Legal Advice

The information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Legal information is not the same as legal advice. Legal advice requires analysis of the specific facts and circumstances of your individual situation by a qualified attorney.

If you have a legal question or concern, you should consult with a licensed attorney who can evaluate your specific situation. The application of legal principles to your specific situation may differ from the general information presented on this website.

Do not act or rely upon information on this website without seeking professional legal counsel.

3. No Attorney-Client Relationship

Visiting this website, reading the content, submitting information through contact forms, or sending emails to our firm does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and Downard & Associates, PLLC.

An attorney-client relationship is established only when:

• We expressly agree to represent you
• You expressly agree to be represented by us
• The terms of representation are documented in a signed retainer agreement

Until an attorney-client relationship is formally established, communications with our firm should not be considered confidential or privileged. Do not send confidential information about a legal matter until you have confirmed that we represent you.

4. Confidentiality

Communications through this website or via unencrypted email may not be secure. While we take reasonable steps to protect information you submit, you should be aware that the Internet is not a completely secure medium for transmitting confidential or sensitive information.

For matters involving sensitive information (such as Social Security Numbers, medical records, or financial information), please contact us by phone to discuss appropriate secure transmission methods.

5. Testimonials & Case Results

Any case results, testimonials, or descriptions of past cases on this website are for informational purposes only. Past results are not a guarantee, prediction, or warranty of future case outcomes. Every case is different, and the outcome of your case will depend on its specific facts, applicable law, and other factors.

Testimonials reflect the individual experience of specific clients and may not be representative of every client’s experience. Testimonials are not paid endorsements unless specifically disclosed.

We do not guarantee, warrant, or predict the outcome of any legal matter. References to “successful” cases or approval percentages refer to historical practice and do not predict outcomes in individual cases.

6. Jurisdiction

Downard & Associates, PLLC is licensed to practice law in the State of Tennessee. Our attorneys are authorized to practice before the Social Security Administration in all 50 states. Our managing attorney is additionally admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for Middle and Western Tennessee and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.

This website is not intended to solicit clients for representation in matters or jurisdictions where our firm is not authorized to practice. If you are located outside Tennessee and your matter requires state-specific legal representation beyond Social Security disability law, we may refer you to qualified counsel in your jurisdiction.

7. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content of third-party websites. Linking to a third-party website does not constitute an endorsement of that site or its content.

8. Information Accuracy

We strive to keep information on this website accurate and current, but laws, regulations, and SSA policies change frequently. We make no warranty about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of information on this website.

References to specific Social Security Administration rules, listings, or procedures reflect our understanding as of the publication date and may be superseded by subsequent regulatory or policy changes.