Southside Lawyers

Nashville attorney Zach Scott Gainous was born in Tallahassee, Florida. After graduating high school, Zach moved to Nashville to pursue his bachelor's degree at Middle Tennessee State University. Zach attended MTSU's College of Media & Entertainment and studied in the Recording Industry program where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Business.

While attending MTSU, Zach completed courses in artist management, music publishing, music production, concert promotion & touring, record label marketing, record label operations, A&R, copyright law, music business contracts and legal issues, and more. During his studies at MTSU, Zach also began working as an independent producer...

A graduate of Nashville School of Law, Mr. Thompson has over 30 years experience in handling and litigating personal injury and workers compensation claims. Before practicing law, he handled claims for insurance companies for 15 years. He knows what to do and when to do it. He will get you results you should be satisfied with in your case.

Aaron Hicks is a personal injury and accident attorney with over 20 years of experience, and the founder of Hicks Law Firm, headquartered in Orange County, with additional offices in San Diego and Tennessee. He represents plaintiffs in a wide range of personal injury cases, including those involving traumatic brain injuries, catastrophic injuries, complex regional pain syndrome, and wrongful death. His practice covers various types of claims, such as product liability, premises liability, dog bites, car and trucking accidents, motorcycle and pedestrian accidents, hit-and-run incidents, Uber and Lyft accidents, and uninsured/underinsured motorist claims. Aaron has successfully tried numerous cases to verdict...

Cody Galaher represents companies and individuals in litigation of state and federal matters primarily involving family, business, and appellate issues. Cody has wide-ranging and specialized litigation experience, both at the trial court and appellate levels, which he utilizes to obtain the very best possible outcome for his clients. Cody is experienced and has a reputation for obtaining great results for clients in divorce and custody matters.

Cody frequently helps clients form, govern, and operate their businesses and his distinct litigation expertise allows him to advise clients in avoiding and resolving potential disputes. In addition, Cody is also uniquely experienced in the...

Charles K. Grant's experience includes defending clients in complex employment litigation, including class actions and collective actions (wage and hour litigation); litigation concerning claims under Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA); wrongful discharge; sexual, racial, age, national-origin, disability, and religious discrimination and harassment under state and federal laws; Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA); retaliatory discharge; defamation; intentional infliction of emotional distress, tortious interference with contract; employment and non-compete agreements; protection of trade secrets; drug-testing; conspiracy; reductions in force; and the Worker Adjustment Retraining and Notification Act (WARN). His clients also include licensed professionals such as lawyers, physicians and dentists, whom...

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...

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...

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.

Jon is a native of Beaumont, Texas and spent most of his childhood there as well as Santa Fe, New Mexico and Denver, Colorado. Jon attended American University in Washington, DC and earned two Bachelor of Arts degrees, one in International Studies, with a focus on international trade and finance; and another in Justice, focusing on organized and white collar crime as well as policing methodology. While at American University, Jon was an elected member of student government and very active in the American University and Washington, DC chapters of the College Republicans. Jon has worked in the finance and real...

Ms. Harrington strives to preserve civility and respect during the divorce process. She educates her clients about the legal process, working closely with them to ensure they understand their options and rights so to empower them in making the best decisions for the future health of their family. Her goal is to serve each client individually, and find real-life workable solutions for the families she serves, realizing that a marriage might be over but a family still stands. Ms. Harrington has extensive trial and courtroom experience, but understands that the best approach sometimes requires taking the decision-making power out...

With more than fifteen years' experience as a labor and employment attorney, I have a pragmatic business acumen developed through strategic partnership with clients, both as an outside counsel and in-house counsel at a Fortune 500 manufacturing and automotive services company. In addition to providing general employment advice and counsel to clients, I also have spearheaded employment compliance projects to ensure company policies and platforms match employment laws across all fifty states. I also have significant experience representing employers in claims brought through alternative dispute resolution programs. As such, I recognize the importance to both sides of getting...

Joshua L. Rogers is a founding partner at Fort, Holloway, & Rogers, LLC. Joshua focuses his practice on family law matters. For over 15 years, Mr. Rogers has represented clients through their divorce, child custody, child support and juvenile matters. Prior to beginning his practice, Joshua graduated third in his law school class. He also clerked for the 21st Judicial District Judges in Williamson County, Tennessee for four years. Shortly after his practice began, Joshua was appointed serve as a Juvenile Court Magistrate by the General Sessions Judges in Williamson County. He presided over thousands of child custody, child support, and...

William Campbell's experience as a litigator has placed him in a unique position to fight for his clients. After graduating from Southwestern University College of Law and passing the California State Bar Exam, William sought as much time in the courtroom as possible. The best place to do this was working for the Fresno County Public Defender and District Attorney's Office. William's start as a criminal defense attorney with the Public Defenders Office was short-lived after securing an acquittal for his client in his first jury trial as a lawyer. It was soon after that acquittal that William found himself working...

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...

Micah Adkins represents identity theft victims and consumers with credit report or background report errors. Mr. Adkins’ practice is 100% litigation in federal court and he is dedicated to protecting consumers’ rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Mr. Adkins earned his Bachelor of Science degree with honors (cum laude) from the University of Texas, at Dallas, in 2000. He earned his juris doctorate from the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in 2005. While in law school, Mr. Adkins was honored by his classmates as the Peer Scholarship Recipient and served as an Associate...

Claire Sawyer has more than eleven years of experience in civil litigation in state and federal court. She concentrates her practice in the areas of business litigation and trust and estate litigation. Over the years, Claire has represented entities and individuals in a variety of tort and contract cases, breach of fiduciary duty cases, declaratory judgment actions, will contests, and elective share litigation.

Claire earned her B.S. degree from Samford University, cum laude, in 2002 and her J.D. degree from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, summa cum laude, in 2005. She is licensed to practice in the state of...

A rare Nashville native, I graduated from Hume-Fogg High School and went on to earn my B.S. in Political Science from Tennessee State University and my J.D. from the University of Tennessee.

Since beginning my career in the legal profession, my practice has focused on litigation and dispute resolution. I have represented both plaintiffs and defendants in various criminal and civil cases, ranging from personal injury to family law to business litigation. After spending over four years as an attorney at a distinguished civil litigation firm, I founded Manning Carroll Law where I specialize in business law, estate planning, and...

Don is the main lawyer for the firm’s Estate Planning and Probate division. Probate is the legal process which happens after someone has passed, in order to properly and legally distribute assets, according to the will or state law. He drafts wills/trusts, assists clients in developing a comprehensive estate plan, and counsels administrators of both simple and complex estates through the probate process. He has been doing Probate/Estate for the entirety of his legal career. Mr. Byrd graduated top of his class at Belmont University’s College of Law and received both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Music Theory and Composition...

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...

Ray Berk began practicing as a trial lawyer in 1977 upon graduating with Honors from The University of Texas School of Law. He has successfully represented clients in many practice areas including defective products, complex business litigation, and personal injury.

Nathan Moore is an accomplished attorney based in Nashville, specializing in business law. With a strong focus on client-centered solutions, Nathan provides comprehensive legal counsel to businesses and professionals, helping them navigate complex legal challenges and achieve sustainable success. Known for his strategic thinking and personalized approach, he has built a trusted reputation within the legal community and among his clients. Nathan's legal expertise is complemented by a deep commitment to personal growth and professional development. His focus on well-being and balance informs how he approaches client relationships, offering empathetic, solution-driven guidance. By understanding the unique needs of each client, Nathan...

Phillip Miller runs his firm with the same goal he has in living his life, to make the world a little better and a little more fair for everyone. Practicing exclusively in the field of personal injury law, Mr. Miller has attained success on behalf of his clients that have gained him national recognition. As a result, he has become a sought lecturer at some of the top law schools in the nation, such as Harvard Law School, Nashville School, and Duke Law School, as well as a hired counsel by other firms to help them prepare for their most...

At the Office of Old Franklin Law, Chip Cathey will be your advocate for your legal matters. Legal matters can be complex and confusing and can be terrifying to face alone. Chip is experienced with helping clients successfully navigate through their issues and helping clients understand their choices in Wills, Trusts, Contract and Business Issues, Real Estate matters, and Family Law. We help our clients in Williamson, Davidson, Maury, Sumner, White, Putnam, Grundy, Cheatham and Marshall counties.

Edwards & Edwards is a small, family owned firm run by two attorneys, Michael Edwards and son Russell Edwards. Edwards & Edwards are skilled, experienced attorneys who handle a myriad of cases ranging from basic legal matters to complex situations. Edwards & Edwards has represented clients in Sumner, Robertson, and Davidson counties, as well as the surrounding Middle Tennessee area, for over 42 years. With the solid capability and proven track record of Edwards & Edwards, you are assured that your legal rights will be represented by top professionals. Russell Edwards has been with the Edwards & Edwards since...

John and his team work hard to provide the residents of Nashville, Franklin, and Brentwood with skilled representation in the areas of estate planning, business law, and taxation.