Doug Carter graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 1975. Since that time he has proudly served the legal needs of his friends in Carter County, Sullivan County and surrounding areas with family law matters such as divorce, child custody and child support. Doug is a member of the Washington County Bar Association and the Tennessee Bar Association. He is a Supreme Court Rule 31 Listed Mediator who offers mediation services for domestic matters. The honest, personal and dedicated service he provides to each client has earned him the People’s Choice Award from the Johnson City Press for being the outstanding lawyer in all of Johnson City.
Certified Legal Specialties : Rule 31 Mediator, Tennessee Supreme Court , 2010
Bar Admissions: Tennessee, 1975, U.S. Federal Courts, 1975, U.S. District Court Eastern District of Tennessee, 1975
Education: University of Tennessee College of Law, Knoxville, Tennessee J.D. – 1975
East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tennessee B.S. – 1971, Major: History/Political Science
Honors and Awards (click to view)
2024 High Rating in Both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards
2023 High Rating in Both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards
2021 High Rating in Both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards
2020 Top Attorney Award
2019 Top Attorney Award
2016 American Jurisprudence Award, Wills, Trial Practice
Professional Associations and Memberships
Tennessee Bar Association, Member
Washington County Bar Association, Member
Fraternities/Sororities
Phi Kappa Phi
Doug and his paralegal Angela, help clients to understand their legal rights and fight to secure those rights. Angela has been a Paralegal in the legal field for over 35 years. Her experience is a valuable asset to our office and clients.
Angela B. Johnson