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Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Apr 17, 2026

The Knoxville law firm Valliant, Harrison, Schwartz & Bodie will host a gathering at the Bistro at the Bijou on April 22 at 5 p.m. EDT to celebrate the life of John Peden Valliant Jr. According to the law firm, the event will focus on sharing stories, laughter and memories of a man who meant so much to so many. Valliant died March 29 at the age of 78. A graduate of the University of Tennessee (now Winston) College of Law, Valliant practiced law in Knoxville for five decades. The Bistro is located at 807 S. Gay St., Knoxville 37902.