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Gregory Paul Patton
Clarksville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Family, Business, Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
University of Tennessee College of Law
Gregory Patton is a founding partner at Patton & Pittman Attorneys. He passionately advocates on behalf of his clients and makes sure their rights are being observed. His primary practices include mediation and arbitration, personal injury, insurance and business disputes, property claims, and more. He has been awarded an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale- Hubbell® and has earned membership to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Mr. Patton is also a Rule 31 General Civil Mediator and has mediated hundreds of cases.
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Mitchell R. Miller
Brentwood, TN Family Law Lawyer
Family, Business, Estate Planning and Probate
Wake Forest University School of Law
At the Law Office of Mitchell R. Miller, we value genuine relationships with our clients. Our aim is to explain complex legal matters in a way that is easy to comprehend, and we strive to assist our clients in every situation. We treat our clients with respect, taking the time to ensure that they fully comprehend the process they are going through.
When it comes to making significant life-altering decisions, you deserve an attorney who will actively listen to your concerns, examine the facts thoroughly, and provide the best solution for you and your future. We have been advocating for our...
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Michelle Blaylock-Howser
Murfreesboro, TN Family Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
(615) 801-8602
1500 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 3A-1
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Nashville School of Law
Michelle Blaylock-Howser has been involved in the judicial system for over 12 years. She began her legal career with the law firm of Agee, Allen, Godwin, Morris and Laurenzi where she was paralegal to partner Lynn Agee and Susan Bradley. In 1998, she became employed as paralegal with the law office of Wilson and Bradley in the area of employment and personal injury law. In 1999, She accepted employment as a Judicial Assistant for the State of Tennessee under the Honorable Judge Don R. Ash and Honorable Judge J. Mark Rogers for 8 years. She worked full-time...
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Jess Morgan
Brentwood, TN Family Law Attorney with 7 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Juvenile
Belmont University College of Law
As a graduate of Belmont Univeristy College of Law, I was always taught to invest in our communities. Supporting families in times of need directly influences society and builds a better Nashville. I understand that not all families are the same; it is my goal to develop individualized approaches based on each client’s unique needs. When faced with cookie-cutter statutes, I use my background in business to find creative solutions for my clients.
I provide quality representation in an array of practice areas, including: adoption, divorce, child custody, child support, cohabitation agreements, guardianship, grandparent visitation, wills, and pre-nuptial agreements.
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Tarsila Crawford
Brentwood, TN Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Appeals, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
Tarsila Crawford is an experienced Attorney at Widrig Law PLLC. She is dedicated to helping families with an array of legal issues. Her practice areas include Family Law, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Contested Divorce, Divorce Basics, Father’s Visitation Rights, Juvenile Law, Legal Separation, Uncontested Divorce, and Annulment. Additionally, Mrs. Crawford handles Appeals, and is expanding her practice to include Immigration Law and Business Law cases. Mrs. Crawford recognizes the emotional aspect of legal matters and is committed to being accessible to clients. She is dedicated to diligent preparation and aggressive representation, while pursuing the best possible outcomes...
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Emily Cannon Green
Springfield, TN Family Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
Vanderbilt University
Emily grew up in Springfield, Tennessee. After graduating from Aaron Academy in Hendersonville, Tennessee, Emily attended Vanderbilt University where she graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Music in Harp and highest honors in music history and literature.
Emily received her Juris Doctorate from Vanderbilt University Law School where she was awarded the Dean's Scholarship. While in law school, Emily clerked at the United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee and the Tennessee Department of Children's Services.
After graduating law school, Emily returned home to Springfield, Tennessee, where she practiced with a local firm prior to co-founding...
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Kimberley Reed-Bracey Johnson
Goodlettsville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
P.O. Box 527
Goodlettsville, TN 37070
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Personal Injury and Probate
Nashville School of Law
Kimberley has nearly twenty years’ experience as a litigation attorney. She has litigated countless matters before judges in the surrounding Sumner, Davidson and Robertson County areas. Prior to becoming an attorney, Kimberley was a high school theater teacher for sixteen years. She maintains a reputation for not being afraid of the courtroom and fights hard for her clients to ensure they get what they deserve. Kimberley focuses her legal practice on family law matters including, contested and uncontested divorces, including large assets divorces, child custody and visitation actions, spousal support, modifications of parenting plans, parental relocation, and parentage. She has...
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Michael Kerr Walker
Nashville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Walker Law provides legal services in Criminal Defense, Divorce, and Traffic Violations in Davidson and surrounding counties in the Middle Tennessee area. We are conveniently located in downtown Nashville, a couple of blocks from both General Sessions and Circuit Court. We give free consultations over the phone.
We handle misdemeanor and felony criminal cases, Uncontested, Contested, and Default Divorces, DUI, Traffic Violations, Expungements, Background Checks, Driving While Impaired, Reckless Driving, Theft, Robbery, Burglary, Simple Possession, Felony Drug Offenses, Probation Violations, Prostitution, Vandalism, Evading Arrest, Resisting Arrest, Assault, and many other criminal offenses.
Feel free to call our office regarding...
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Devin Freeman Park
Goodlettsville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
P.O. Box 527
Goodlettsville, TN 37070
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
University of Tennessee College of Law
Devin is a Sumner County native and practices law in various areas of civil litigation in the surrounding counties. Devin maintains a personable relationship with her clients and has helped countless individuals in times of hardships as well as tackling issues on the front-end to avoid future conflicts. Devin’s legal practice areas primarily include estate planning and probate, estate litigation, conservatorships, personal injury, car wrecks, and real estate transactions. Beyond that, she handles contested and uncontested divorces, child custody and visitation, and child support cases as well as other family law matters. She also accepts appointments by the court to...
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Byron L. Pugh
Nashville, TN Family Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Byron Pugh is a criminal defense and family law attorney in Nashville, Tennessee. Byron represents individuals who are charged with a crime, the subject of a criminal investigation, seeking a divorce or engaged in a child custody dispute. He serves clients throughout Middle Tennessee including Williamson, Davidson, Rutherford and Sumner counties.
Byron began his legal career in the courtroom as an Assistant District Attorney in Davidson County. He was first assigned to the domestic violence team where he prosecuted domestic assault, stalking and harassment cases. There he earned a reputation as a dedicated and effective advocate for domestic violence victims. Byron...
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Russell E. Freeman
Goodlettsville, TN Family Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
P.O. Box 527
Goodlettsville, TN 37070
Free ConsultationFamily, Estate Planning, Personal Injury and Probate
University of Memphis
Russell is a lifelong resident of Goodlettsville, Tennessee where he currently serves as the City Attorney. He has over thirty years of experience as a trial attorney litigating and trying numerous jury and bench trials involving a wide range of civil issues in Davidson, Sumner and Robertson County. Russell treats every client as though they are his biggest and maintains a reputation for helping individuals in times of hardship and holding others accountable for their wrongdoing. He has many years of experience representing clients in personal injury accidents, car wrecks, estate planning and probate, and estate litigation. Beyond that, he...
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Daniel James Barnes
McMinnville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 12 years of experience
100 West Sparta St., Suite B
McMinnville, TN 37110
Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Juvenile
University of Tennessee College of Law
Daniel Barnes graduated cum laude with a degree in English from Sewanee: The University of the South in 2009. He attended law school at the University of Tennessee, where he was a member of Moot court board and the black law students association. He also received the "Raptor Award" in first semester torts, and received an award for the highest grade in Criminal Seminar. He graduated and was admitted to the Tennessee bar in 2012 and takes cases in the fields of criminal law, immigration, family law, and wills and estates.
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Bryna Landers Grant
Hendersonville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
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Anthony W. Kirby
Clarksville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense and Juvenile
Belmont University College of Law
After receiving his Bachelor’s Degree from Washington and Lee University, Anthony Kirby returned home to middle Tennessee to study law at Belmont University. Anthony has been practicing in the Montgomery County area since graduating from law school providing quality representation primarily in domestic and family law.
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Lisa Millican Ewing
Nashville, TN Family Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
Nashville School of Law
Lisa Millican Ewing is Of Counsel for McCarthy Law PLC in the Nashville, Tennessee office. She grew up in Memphis, Tennessee and graduated from the Fogelman College of Business at the University of Memphis, magna cum laude, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration with an accounting major. She received her Doctor of Jurisprudence from the Nashville School of Law graduating in the top 10% of her law school class
Prior to pursuing a career in law, Lisa founded the medical practice management and medical billing firm, MedAccounts, Inc. Upon graduation from law school, she established Ewing Law Office LLC and where...
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Mark T. Freeman
Nashville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and Landlord Tenant
University of Tennessee College of Law
Mark Freeman is a board certified Civil Trial Specialist with almost 20 years of litigation experience located in the heart of Nashville Tennessee. He has tried nearly one hundred jury cases both in State and Federal Court in Middle Tennessee. Mark Freeman is a litigator who concentrates his practice in the areas of civil litigation, criminal defense, personal injury, domestic and family law matters. Additionally he is a chartered property casualty underwriter which is a designation indicating specialization in the insurance field.
Mark Freeman graduated from Vanderbilt University and the University of Tennessee School of Law. Client satisfaction is his number...
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Marcus Shute Jr
Nashville, TN Family Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Family, Business, Cannabis Law and Entertainment & Sports
Nashville School of Law
Shute Law is a boutique law firm that utilizes a client-focused approach to create opportunities and procure sustainable contracts in the sports and entertainment industries. Our practice areas include contracts, litigation, consulting/business development, the cannabis & marijuana industry, as well as estate planning, criminal defense, and family law.
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Donna L. Green
Franklin, TN Family Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Vanderbilt University Law School
www.NashvilleDivorceLawyer.com
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Jacob Thomas Thorington
Franklin, TN Family Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
University of Saint Thomas
I work exclusively on family law cases, including divorce cases, paternity cases, and post divorce issues such as alimony modification, child support modification, parenting schedule modifications, and enforcement of divorce decrees
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Sean Ross Aiello
Franklin, TN Family Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Estate Planning
Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University and Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University
Sean R. Aiello is a Partner of Schell & Oglesby, LLC and a native of Franklin, Tennessee with a family history of practicing law in Williamson County dating to the 1800s. Sean graduated from the University of Tennessee with a bachelor’s degree in arts for political science and Italian language, and obtained his Juris Doctor and Graduate Degree in Comparative Law from Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center in 2015.
Before joining Schell & Oglesby, LLC, Sean clerked for the judges of the 21st Judicial District Circuit Court which includes Williamson, Hickman, Perry and Lewis Counties. In his current...
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William J. Bell
Franklin, TN Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
University of Tennessee College of Law
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William Philip Holloway
Franklin, TN Family Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Tennessee College of Law
I was born in Columbia, Tennessee to a family of seven. My father was a trial lawyer and I fell in love with the profession at an early age. I graduated from the University of Tennessee with a degree in Business Administration and enrolled into the University of Tennessee College of Law in 2007. In the summer during law school, I clerked for the Circuit Court Judges in Williamson County. This experience was invaluable from a legal perspective. It also made me realize how much I love Franklin, TN. After I completed law school, it just...
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Alyssa Castronovo
Brentwood, TN Family Law Lawyer
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Juvenile
Pennsylvania State University
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W. Scott Kimberly
Murfreesboro, TN Family Law Lawyer with 12 years of experience
(615) 890-1099
107 North Maple Street
Suite 100
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Seattle University School of Law
I own and operate the Law Office of W. Scott Kimberly, located on the Murfreesboro Public Square. My practice currently focuses on criminal defense, family law, and personal injury.
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Brent Hessel
Nashville, TN Family Law Attorney
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Immigration
American University
I am a great advocate of the essential place immigrants have in this country. Not only is immigration the foundation of our history, but it is the cornerstone of our future success. I currently serve on the Board of Directors of the Tennessee World Affairs Council. I have represented dozens of clients before the Immigration Courts, USCIS, the Department of Labor, and U.S. Consulates in many foreign countries before the full range of immigration matters. I approach every client creatively, finding solutions to their problems while making sure that each client and their families understand their options and the consequences...
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Carolanne R. King
Nashville, TN Family Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Juvenile
The Nashville School of Law
Carolanne R. King was born and raised right here in Middle Tennessee. Carolanne resides in Marshall County, Tennessee (Lewisburg) with her husband and son.
Carolanne studied criminal justice administration and sociology at Middle Tennessee State University. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree Carolanne attended The Nashville School of Law. Carolanne is admitted to practice law in Tennessee and is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association and the Tennessee Young Lawyers Division.
Carolanne has been with Freeman and Fuson since January 2012. Since that time she has worked on many complex and challenging family law cases with both Mark and Joseph....
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T. Leigh Hearn-Rushton
Nashville, TN Family Law Attorney with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Consumer, Divorce and Probate
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
Described as caring but “tenacious” by clients, T. Leigh is a driven legal professional with an ability to educate her clients about their case along with the dedication required to deliver results. T. Leigh enjoys being part of the process of "making it right" and helping her clients have their opportunity to be heard and stand up for themselves.
T. Leigh's practice is focused on Family Law (Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Post-Divorce MDA enforcement) Fraud, and Contracts.
T. Leigh is a graduate of Auburn University and earned her Doctorate of Jurisprudence from Cumberland School of Law in 1996. She is...
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Amy C. Bates
Clarksville, TN Family Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense and Divorce
Mississippi College School of Law
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William L Aldred JR
Clarksville, TN Family Law Attorney with 47 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Medical Malpractice and Military
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
William Aldred is Board Certified as both a Civil and Criminal Trial Specialist by the National Board of Legal Specialty and Certification and a member of National College of DUI Defense. He is a Colonel in the USAR, Retired, assigned and was assigned to the Army Legal Services Agency in Washington D.C. Mr. Aldred is involved in many civic activities which include coaching youth sports for more than 25 years, a Life Member of the Eagle Scouts and a Kiwanis member for over 30 years. Mr. Aldred admitted to practice law in Tennessee and Kentucky as well as in Federal...
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John Chadwick Long
Gallatin, TN Family Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Estate Planning
Nashville School of Law
John Chadwick Long was born and raised in Pulaski, TN. In 1995, Chad graduated from Giles County High School, finishing in the Top 10 of his class. In the fall of 1995, Chad attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville where he graduated in May 2000 with a Bachelor of Sciences in Communications (Public Relations, major; Finance, minor). As an undergraduate, he was a member of the Student Government Association's Freshman Council. His greatest involvement was with the Epsilon Eta Chapter of Sigma Nu Fraternity where he pledged in Spring 1996 and was initiated as a Knight and Brother in Fall...
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Angel Kane
Lebanon, TN Family Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Family, Business, Estate Planning and Probate
Memphis School of Law
Angel Kane has been practicing law since 1995. While in law school Angel was a member of the University of Memphis Law Review and served as a judicial law clerk for Chancery Court. Upon graduation, she practiced with the law firm of Crislip, Philip & Associates in the areas of creditor’s rights, family law, wills and business litigation.
In 1998, Angel and her husband, Brody Kane, returned to Wilson County, where Angel joined the law firm of Rochelle, McCulloch & Aulds. In 2005, she joined Shawn and Brody at McBrien and Kane and since then has focused her practice...
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Marjorie A Bristol
Goodlettsville, TN Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(615) 606-3903
919 Conference Dr.
Suite 4-324
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Family, Divorce, Education and Juvenile
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Marjorie began her legal career representing individuals sentenced to death in challenging their death sentences at the Office of the Post-Conviction Defender. Later, she spent almost four years working for the Tennessee Justice Center fighting for the rights of children and adults against Tennessee's Medicaid program.
Marjorie then spent time in private practice primarily representing children and families in juvenile court cases. Then she went to work for the Tennessee Department of Children's Services for more than 6 years where she served as the primary juvenile justice and education attorney, handled employment matters for the 4000 person agency, and advised...
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Roland T. Hairston II
Nashville, TN Family Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
Nashville School of Law
Every day, Roland T. Hairston, II helps individuals and families find resolution to their legal issues so that they can focus on their everyday lives. Literally, hundreds of individuals and families have benefited from Mr. Hairston’s services. Mr. Hairston graduated from the Nashville School of Law, where he finished in the top 1/3 of his class and passed the bar exam on the first attempt. Mr. Hairston graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a 3.75 GPA and a double-major in Entrepreneurship and Marketing. What sets Mr. Hairston apart as a lawyer is his personal attentiveness to each...
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Sarah Mansfield
Nashville, TN Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Estate Planning
Belmont University College of Law
Sarah is a Nashville family law attorney. Upon admission to the bar Sarah joined Brazil Clark PLLC and focuses on the practice areas of Family Law, Civil Rights, and Criminal Defense. Known for her hands-on approach and unwavering commitment to her clients, Sarah has earned a reputation for providing personalized legal solutions with empathy and understanding. With a profound understanding of family law intricacies, Sarah has successfully represented numerous clients in a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, and, adoption. Sarah is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ethics while advocating...
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Jesse Morris
Nashville, TN Family Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Probate
We strive to treat our clients like family, to make you feel at home and to know how greatly we respect and appreciate you putting your trust in us during one of the most difficult times of your life.
This is not just a business relationship. If I am your lawyer, I will be there with you every step of the way. I want to help you get through your legal issues and reclaim your life.
Focused on helping women, particularly those in abusive, dangerous, or unhealthy relationships.
Call for a free phone consultation now.
(615) 750 2939
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Mary Elizabeth Henderson
Murfreesboro, TN Family Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Arbitration & Mediation
Nova Southeastern Shepard Broad Law Center
Mrs. Henderson concentrates her practice in marital and family law in Bedford, Coffee, Cannon, Davidson, Dekalb, Maury, Rutherford, Wilson and Warran Counties. Mrs. Henderson is an esteemed and highly involved member of the local legal community. Mrs. Henderson is committed to protecting her client's rights and serving their children's best interests. Mrs. Henderson has extensive experience handling difficult and complex family law cases in a professional and compassionate manner negotiating when possible and aggressively litigating when necessary.
Mrs. Henderson is a 2001 graduate of Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Upon...
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Michael Stuart Saylor
Franklin, TN Family Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Stuart Saylor provides effective representation in divorce, post-divorce, custody, child support, alimony, and all other types of family law cases. Aggressive when needed, and compassionate always, Mr. Saylor is there for his clients. Additionally, Mr. Saylor has extensive experience defending individuals accused of crimes. As a former prosecutor, Mr. Saylor knows how to use the law to your advantage.
Mr. Saylor is a Franklin native focused on providing quality legal services to the residents of his community and the surrounding areas. Following graduation from the University of Tennessee College of Law, Mr. Saylor joined the United States...
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Scott Allen Rhodes
Brentwood, TN Family Law Attorney with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Personal Injury
Florida State University College of Law
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Derek R. Howard
Murfreesboro, TN Family Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
Nashville School of Law
20 Years of Legal Experience in Criminal and Family Law practice
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Thomas E. Parkerson
Murfreesboro, TN Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Appeals, Cannabis Law and Criminal Defense
Mississippi College School of Law
Thomas began practicing law in 2003 at the firm of Boston, Holt, Sockwell, and Durham in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee focusing on domestic and civil work such as divorce, child custody and personal injury. He then had the opportunity to begin his extensive criminal law background in 2005 with his move to Murfreesboro to the 16th Judicial District District Attorneys Office. As a former Assistant District Attorney General in Murfreesboro, Smryna, LaVergne and all Rutherford County and Cannon County, Thomas prosecuted cases which ranged from as simple as public intoxication to as complicated as first degree murder and has been fortunate to...