Springfield Lawyers

John graduated number one in his class from the Nashville School of Law in May of 2020. The primary focus of John’s practice is Personal injury litigation and Criminal Defense. In the criminal arena, he handles both misdemeanors (DUI, possession, assault, etc.) and felonies. In personal injury, John has worked on a wide spectrum of cases involving wrongful death caused by semi-trucks (tractor-trailer), wrongful death caused by drunk drivers, severe injuries caused by vicious dog attacks (dog bites), pedestrians riding bicycles that are hit by motor vehicles, slip and fall cases (ranging from cleaning chemicals being left on the...

Established in 1992, Farrar & Bates is a comprehensive litigation firm concentrating on trial and appellate practice in state and federal court, as well as administrative, arbitration, and mediation proceedings. The firm regularly defends Tennessee municipalities, municipal officers, and municipal employees in the practice areas of employment discrimination and retaliation, premises liability, general tort liability, workers’ compensation, wage and hour disputes, police liability, civil rights, land use, zoning and planning, contract disputes, and inverse condemnation. In addition, Farrar & Bates regularly consults with municipalities regarding the drafting of municipal ordinances and employment issues such as employee rights and the hiring, training, discipline,...

Elizabeth Rogers, who often goes by “Beth” in the company of other Elizabeths, is an attorney at Punchwork. Elizabeth was born in the San Diego Naval Hospital and spent her early years in Chula Vista, California, before moving to Phoenix, Arizona, where she spent much of her youth. From a young age, she had her eyes set on becoming a lawyer, a dream she has diligently pursued throughout her life. Her path toward the legal profession is as varied as it is impressive. Elizabeth has lived in multiple cities, including Chula Vista, California, Laurel, Maryland, and Phoenix, Arizona, contributing to her...

When I first attended law school, I had dreams of becoming a big law corporate attorney and doing multi-million-dollar mergers and acquisitions as my career. As I went through law school however, I realized that I could have just as much fun dealing with complex estates as I could doing corporate law, and the best part was that I would not have to work 100-hour weeks. Throughout law school I tailored my education around the taxation aspect of estate planning and have developed an aptitude in dealing with complex estate planning techniques. I have a passionate dislike for taxes and...

A graduate of the Nashville School of Law and Middle Tennessee State University, Ryan is committed to helping individuals in Nashville and Middle Tennessee when the going gets tough. No one wants to need a criminal defense, DUI, or divorce attorney. But sometimes good people find themselves in bad situations. In those times, you want someone in your corner who is empathetic, passionate, and can vigorously advocate on your behalf. Ryan embodies these characteristics, and strives not only for favorable outcomes, but also to make the entire legal process as painless as possible.

M. Katherine "Kathy" Everette was born and raised in Mt. Juliet, TN. She earned her BS with honors from David Lipscomb University, and her law degree from the Nashville School of Law. She spent 15 years in banking with First American Bank and in 2002 Kathy opened her legal practice in Nashville, TN and has handled every style of case there is. She now focuses on divorce and family law cases in all Middle TN Counties and in Circuit, Chancery, Juvenile, and General Sessions Courts. Her finance and legal background make her uniquely qualified to understand the personal, legal...

Ernie E. Gilkes is an attorney with over 14 years of experience in the legal profession. He began his legal career as a paralegal with Weeks and Anderson, a law association located in Nashville, Tennessee. After graduating in the 10% of his class from Nashville School of Law and passing his state boards, Gilkes has started his own law firm called Covenant Law Group with his partner Katherine Melton.

I have been fighting on the behalf of thousands of clients who are disabled and cannot work, or have very serious health problems that make it nearly impossible to simply function without a lot of difficulty for more than twenty years. Often a disability claim is filed as a matter of last resort when a person is out of options. Accordingly, if you can no longer work following a serious workplace injury or due one or more medical conditions, do not waste time because the disability claims process is slow. Get a claim filed and give serious thought to retaining...

Nashvillian Joseph Kwon graduated from the University of Tennessee with his B.A. degree in Classical Civilizations. Staying true to his alma mater, Joseph attended the University of Tennessee College of Law, graduating with a concentration in Advocacy and Dispute Resolution. At UT Law, he was president of the Asian Law Students Association. Joseph was admitted to practice in Tennessee in 2018, and focuses on family, probate, and bankruptcy law in the Greater Nashville area. Coming from a family of hard-working Korean immigrants, Joseph is passionate about helping clients from all walks of life to attain and protect their...

Markham T. Jackson was born and raised in Middle Tennessee. After graduating from Franklin High School in 2009, he attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville where he was a brother of the Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity and member/volunteer of the Camp Koinonia community. Mr. Jackson received his Bachelor's Degree in Political Science in May, 2013. Following undergraduate school, he returned to Nashville and began attending the Nashville School of Law in August, 2013. He received his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from NSL in May, 2017, and subsequently passed the Tennessee Bar Exam in February 2018. Throughout...

Tennessee Accident Law is comprised of James A. Frazier, Jr. and his team. James has practiced exclusively personal injury law for nearly 18 years, handling thousands of cases. In those years, the practice has been entirely devoted to medical malpractice, auto accident, truck accident, premises injury, and dog bite cases. James brings passion to his practice of law, along with a practical and professional approach to resolving cases. The attorneys and team have the financial resources to fight on your behalf against the largest companies and insurance companies in the world. They’ve also been extremely successful in obtaining recoveries for...

Diane Crosier earned her law degree at the University of Tennessee, College of Law. Shortly after receiving her law license in 1992, Diane worked in the 21st Judicial District Public Defender’s Office as a trial counsel. During this time, she tried countless cases in court and even successfully argued cases before the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals. She developed a unique understanding of the courts and what it takes to be an effective trial lawyer. Diane is also a Rule 31 family mediator, which means she has received extensive training to effectively mediate cases.

If you’re looking for distinction among attorneys in Franklin, TN, and surrounding areas, you’ll find it in John D. Schwalb, PLLC. Recognized as a Mid-South Super Lawyer by the Law and Politics Magazine, John D. Schwalb ranks among the top five percent of lawyers. His firm received and maintains an AV®-rating for providing exceptional legal services. After 30 years of experience in all aspects of the law, John D. Schwalb, PLLC, is qualified to supply superior legal knowledge and litigation skills to all in the Franklin, TN, area. We are prepared to assist you with family law cases, bullying...

Sais Phillips Finney attended both The University of Tennessee, Knoxville and The University of Memphis. Prior to attending law school, she worked in the United States Senate and in higher education. While a law student, she interned in the Memphis District Attorney's office assisting with violent felony prosecutions. After admission to the bar, Sais practiced criminal defense in Memphis before moving to Atlanta to work in white collar criminal defense and government investigations at an Atlanta law firm. She currently resides in Nashville and practices throughout middle and western Tennessee.

Besides being a dedicated attorney, Jimmy is an avid runner, hiker and self-proclaimed explorer. He chooses mountains over beaches. Beer over wine. Home over away. Family over everything. Jimmy is married to the love of his life, Tabby Bewley, a professor at Belmont University. Jimmy and Tabby head to the mountains, east or west, at every chance they get. Both being exercise fanatics, it makes for a great, energetic, loving relationship and partnership. They have two wonderful daughters, Jessi and Jenni. Two beautiful, young women actively building their own lives...

My name is Allen T Christie and my estate planning practice focuses on helping families enhance their lives today and secure their futures tomorrow. I excel in guiding my clients through the often confusing maze of financial and legal decisions to create plans that ensure the well-being of their families and the accomplishment of cherished family goals. My legal expertise includes services in family protection, wealth preservation, and value-based planning, as well as planning strategies for unmarried couples and divorced individuals. Whether you are married or single, with a traditional family or a blended one, just starting out or looking...

I started my career in the justice system as a police officer for 16 years. I move to the District Attorney's office after graduating from law school. I was team leader in the vehicular crimes division. In 2000 began my career in private practice. I am now a partner at May & Ryan, PLC we do litigation work mainly in the criminal defense arena with an added emphasis on DUI defense.