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Called Steve by his friends and clients, attorney Stephen J. Salwierak has dedicated his career to the service of people and small businesses in need of clear and competent guidance through life's legal puzzles. Steve is a native of Shawnee, Oklahoma. After graduating as valedictorian of his high school class, Steve fulfilled a life long dream by attending the University of Notre Dame, followed by his law school studies at the University of Oklahoma, Georgetown University, and the University of Oxford.. Steve began his legal career in Washington, D.C. as a litigation consultant before joining a small general litigation practice based in Fairfax, Virginia. It was during the five years spent in that setting that Steve discovered his passion for representing individuals and small businesses that need help navigating tough legal situations. He founded The Law Office of Stephen J. Salwierak, PLLC to focus on the legal needs of those people.. Steve lives in Nashville with his wife, Allison. In his free time, Steve enjoys traveling to explore new places, spending time with his family, hiking, fishing and cheering his heart out for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, and the Chicago Cubs who finally, miraculously, went all the way in 2016.

Calhoun Law PLC is known throughout the Nashville area for providing trusted advocates and skilled legal representation for their clients. We premise all of our efforts on the basis of integrity, professionalism, and client commitment so that you know that you are getting the best possible representation for your legal needs.  Mr. Calhoun has a history of successful results zealously advocating on behalf of his clients.

Brian Cummings has 20+ years of litigation experience, including successfully handling and trying scores of medical malpractice and personal injury cases.. Brian has recovered more than $24,000, for his clients in just the past few years, which earned him Lifetime Member status in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization whose membership is limited to trial lawyers who have won multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. Selection is based on strict standards, recognizing only trial lawyers who “have each demonstrated, in an objective and tangible way, their ability to accomplish superior results in complex cases.” Fewer than 1% of lawyers in the United States are members.. Brian was selected as a SuperLawyer in Personal Injury law and in Medical Malpractice law for five straight years fro 2015-2019.. Brian is Board-certified as a Medical Malpractice attorney by the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys. He is 1 of less than 20 attorneys in Tennessee who have earned this certification. Board-certification is awarded only after having one’s trial experience vetted and passing an extensive written exam.. Brian was selected in 2017 and 2018 by The National Law Journal as an Elite Lawyer of the South. This award is given to the Top 5% of lawyers in their practice area.. Brian was selected by The American Lawyer for the Best Lawyers in Medical Malpractice award in 2015.. Brian has the highest rating available for attorneys from Martindale-Hubbell, having been designated as AV Preeminent. The AV rating means a lawyer’s peers (attorneys/judges) rank him at the highest level of professional excellence.. Brian is a Member of The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers.  This is an invitation-only organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from each state who meet qualifications as a top plaintiffs’ lawyer.  Selection and invitation are based on a thorough multi-phase process which includes peer nominations and third-party research.  Membership is extended solely to the select few of the most qualified attorneys from each state who demonstrate superior reputation, leadership, influence, stature, and public profile.. Also, Brian is a Fellow of The Litigation Counsel of America (LCA). The LCA is a trial lawyer honorary society composed of less than one half of 1% of American lawyers.  Membership is by invitation only.  Selection is based on effectiveness and accomplishment in litigation, as well as ethical reputation.. Brian has multiple jury trial successes, including a recent $1.1 Million verdict in December 2018, and he has obtained strong settlements for his clients. He makes a point to develop themes and exhibits to share with juries to complement the concise, jury-friendly, and story-telling style he uses at trial. Brian speaks frequently at litigation seminars by invitation, with the most common request being that he share with other lawyers his insight and experience regarding how to prepare and present the best arguments and stories to persuade juries.. Brian is licensed to practice law in Tennessee, Hawaii, California, Georgia, and Florida. He is also admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the United Stated District Court of Hawaii, and the United States District Court of Middle Tennessee.

Brett represents clients in state and local tax disputes involving all Tennessee taxes, including sales and use tax, franchise and excise tax, property tax, and business tax. Brett's clients span numerous industries, including cable, telecom, technology, manufacturing, financial services, transportation, entertainment, hospitality, healthcare, insurance, retail, and construction.. Brett has significant experience in tax litigation, mergers and acquisitions, leasing transactions, airplane transactions, nexus, Tennessee tax exemptions (including the manufacturing exemption), state tax incentives, voluntary disclosures, and tax enforcement matters. Brett also advises companies on the taxation of computer software, in light of emerging technologies and the use of cloud computing.. Brett also assists businesses with general business disputes and collections matters.. Brett has developed a broad following for his use of social media to track state and local tax matters as the Tennessee Tax

Brent Horst is a criminal defense attorney serving clients throughout Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Memphis Tennessee. For more than 25 years, Brent has dedicated his legal career to defending the rights of those who have been falsely charged with crimes by the government. Common cases Brent takes on involve sex offenses, domestic violence, DUI/DWI, drug crimes, white collar crimes, probation violations, and more. Today, Brent is known as a well-respected attorney among both his fellow peers and his clients as he fully commits to helping individuals defeat their charges or receive lesser sentences. If you are in need of a Nashville criminal defense attorney, contact Horst Law today for a case evaluation and we can begin informing you of your legal rights and options.

Brenda is former Senior Counsel for the Attorney General of Tennessee and has practiced law for over 40 years.  She is an aggressive advocate in and out of the courtroom protecting the rights and interests of her clients.

Brad H. Frakes is a family law attorney in Nashville, Tennessee. In addition to representation in a divorce, Mr. Frakes provides representation in post-divorce actions such as contempt proceedings and custody/child support modifications. He has handled many difficult divorce actions in his practice. Mr. Frakes is a graduate of Nashville School of Law and served as a law clerk for a local family law court while studying for his degree. Mr. Frakes is a member of both the Tennessee Bar Association and the Nashville Bar Association.. When you retain Mr. Frakes as your legal counsel, you gain an advocate for your cause. Mr. Frakes will guide you through your legal issues, reassuring you of your rights and the resolution that you wish to achieve, while also maintaining realistic expectations. Specifically, the area of Family Law is not only about a divorce, but all of the accompanying issues that too often ensue after a divorce is filed; such as restraining orders, orders of protection, custody battles and modifications of support. Mr. Frakes has experience handling all aspects of family law. He practices extensively throughout Davidson, Williamson, Sumner, Rutherford and Wilson counties, and is familiar with the local procedures and requirements of the various Tennessee family courts.. Mr. Frakes has a reputation as both an effective litigator and reasonable advocate for his clients. If it is necessary to carry your legal issue to trial in order to attain the best result, he will not hesitate to do so. However, he will also attempt to negotiate a fair and equitable settlement that is in your best interests and allows you to avoid the cost of litigation and the emotional and mental stress that often accompanies litigation.. You do not have to face your legal problems alone. Attorney Brad H. Frakes will work hard to inspire confidence and relieve the stress for his clients during both family law and criminal litigation. The office of Brad H. Frakes is located at 222 Second Avenue North, in the Washington Square Building, directly across from the Historic Courthouse in downtown Nashville. Call Mr. Frakes today at to schedule a free consultation to discuss your legal needs.

Born Tupelo, Mississippi on April 22, 1960. Hometown is Martin Tn. Attended U.T. @ Martin and David Lipscomb University in completing pre-pharmacy curriculum. Graduated Samford Univ. Pharmacy School & Nash. School of Law. Current practice of law includes emphasis on serious personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, products liability, tractor-trailer negligence. Other areas of practice include criminal defense and domestic law. Boutique firm with individualized attention devoted to each client.For well over 20 years, Peeler's practice has included litigation in East, West and Middle Tennessee as well as numerous states throughout the Southeast. Peeler has conducted criminal and civil jury trials in state and federal courts. Additionally, Peeler has litigated in the Court of Appeals in both state and federal levels.Jon Peeler is a Past President of The Tennessee Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association (TTLA) and Past Chairman of the Board for The Trial Lawyer's Political Action Committee (LIFT). Additionally, Peeler has previously served on the TTLA Board of Governors, Executive Committee, Treasurer and Vice-President. He has served on the Executive Committee of The Tennessee Judicial Conference, Political Treasurer for Davidson County Criminal Court Judge Monte Watkins. Peeler was previously appointed as Special Prosecutor in Davidson County, Tn.. Peeler has also provided testimony on Capitol Hill regarding legal matters before the Tennessee House of Representatives and Senate.Peeler is a member of the Tennessee Trial Lawyers, Tn. Pharm Assoc, Nashville Bar Assoc, Tn. Bar Assoc and American Assoc For Justice.Jon Peeler has been married to Vickie Peeler for 32 years and have 2 children, Lauren (Caleb) and Madeline.

Blake Bernard focuses on patent and trademark prosecution and enforcement of intellectual property rights in the areas of patent, copyright, trademark and trade secret law.  Blake primarily prosecutes patents in the mechanical, electromechanical and industrial arts.  His technical background is in mechanical engineering, including designing portable medicinal refrigeration equipment for the CDC and working on industrial engineering and optimization processes for a large grocery supplier.  He was also a teaching assistant for the physics department at the Georgia Institute of Technology.. Easy-going and straight forward, Blake enjoys working with clients as they develop new products that could evolve into the next big thing.  He frequently prepares freedom to operate opinions related to new product development and marketing efforts for clients ranging from start-ups to well-established corporations. He also represents private equity and venture capital investors in due diligence and analysis of international patent portfolios held by target companies.

Blake Alford received his Bachelors degree from Middle Tennessee State University and his law degree from Nashville School of Law. After serving as a litigation assistant with the Tennessee Attorney General's Office in the Special Litigation Division, Blake took a position with the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development as a Workers Compensation Specialist IV. There, Blake represented the Workers' Compensation Fund, and the Employee Misclassification, Education and Enforcement Fund, and Penalty Program in administrative litigation and appeal hearings. In addition to coordinating penalty collections with the Attorney General's Office, Blake served as a Division representative to the Employee Misclassifcation Advisory Task Force. In 2014, Blake took a position with the Division of Health Care Finance and Administration where he defends the Bureau of TennCare in over 500 benefit denial administrative appeal hearings annually. Blake is admitted to practice in Tennessee.

Blair was an enlisted infantryman for almost four years in the United States Marine Corps.  (For you fellow Marines, Blair was an 03-11 - rifleman).. He served at Parris Island, Camp LeJeune, the Naval Sub Base Bangor (outside Seattle), and with the 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, at Camp Pendleton.  He spent six months TDY in Korea and Japan.. He completed the Marine cold weather training at Bridgeport, California, and received several Mast Awards. He completed basic, advanced basic, Marine combat training, the school of infantry, and the Marine security school.. He left the Marine Corps to finish his undergraduate education at Belmont University in Nashville. His law degree is from Pepperdine School of Law in Malibu, California.. He spent a month as a barrister's pupil to Simon Connely at the Middle Temple in London, and assisted his pupil master on trials at the Old Bailey.  He also spent a month at a law program in Florence, Italy.  The London and Florence programs were part of the University of San Diego law school summer session in 2000.. He has completed the Harvard Law School's Basic and Advanced Negotiation Workshops, the University of Virginia Trial Advocacy Institute, and the Trial Skills Workshop of the National Institute for Trial Advocacy.. He is licensed to practice in California and Tennessee, and is a member of the Nashville Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association, California Bar Association, American Bar Association, and the American Trial Lawyers Association.. Blair is married to the former Kelley Bean. They have two children, Ethan and Addy.

Bill's environmental practice covers a wide range of environmental law at the state and federal levels, including natural resource law, mining, remediation, negotiation with regulatory agencies in environmental matters, superfund litigation, RCRA matters, brownfield redevelopment, wetlands, water quality, radiological waste and compliance, and air pollution control.  He is past Chair of the ABA Section of Environment Energy and Resources (2013-14) and was founding chair of both the Tennessee and Nashville Bar Associations' Environmental Sections..

Before relocating to Nashville from upstate New York in 2006, Ron earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Medaille College in Buffalo, NY. During his time at Medaille, he was actively involved in many clubs and organizations including the Student Activities Board, Athletics board and was Vice President and Co-Founder of the first intercollegiate ice hockey program in the institution's history, a feat in which he is particularly proud.. Four years after relocating to Nashville and pursuing a career in law enforcement, Ron decided to part ways with the executive branch of the law and made the choice to transition into a career as an attorney. Soon after being introduced to the legal world, it was evident there was a need for personal, dedicated legal professionals. Therefore, starting his own practice with these principles in mind became his goal. Upon earning his Juris Doctorate from the Nashville School of Law and passing the Tennessee Bar Exam, he did exactly that by going into private practice and co-founding the law firm of Herbert & Lux, PLLC.

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Bar admissions: State of Tennessee and U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee

Background:  Born 1964.  Married with three daughters.. Education:  B.A., University of Tennessee, 1986; J.D., Vanderbilt University, 1989. Practice Areas:. Employment, Tort & Personal Injury, General Litigation

Austin M. Correll is an Associate Attorney at Sherwood Boutique Litigation, PLC. His practice of law is focused on all areas of litigation. He is known for his undeniable passion and pursuit for justice in each case, and his ability to put his clients at great ease through the litigation process.. Mr. Correll graduated cum laude with a B.A. in Political Science and a minor in History from the University of Louisville. He then received his J.D. from Belmont University College of Law. While obtaining his J.D., Mr. Correll was a fierce competitor on the Mock Trial team, competing in the American Association for Justice Competition and National Trial Competition. As a law clerk, he gained tremendous experience in State and Federal Criminal trials, and also interned for the Nashville Arts and Business Council’s Volunteer Lawyers and Professionals for the Arts program—helping underprivileged Tennesseans with legal issues in their artistic endeavors. As a leader amongst his peers, he served on the Student Bar Association as a Class Senator all three years.. Mr. Correll was raised in Elizabethtown, Kentucky but is proud to be serving clients in Middle Tennessee and beyond. He has a wide variety of hobbies ranging from kayaking, theatre, performing at Hip-Hop Karaoke, and arguing with his friends about basketball.. He is admitted to practice in Tennessee and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee.

Attorney Joe Lackey, III is a seasoned business law lawyer at Lackey | McDonald, PLLC who handles a wide variety of litigation and transactional issues for clients throughout the state of Tennessee. Joe Lackey, III is one of three attorneys at the family-owned law firm in Nashville. Cases he has handled on behalf of clients include entity formation, breach of contract, complex real estate transactions, derivative suits, alternative dispute resolution, and personal injury. Attorney Joe Lackey, III graduated from Nashville School of Law. In his free time, Joe enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing and following his favorite sporting franchises.

Attorney Harlene Labrum, a skilled Nashville personal injury lawyer, is deeply committed to aiding those unjustly harmed. Motivated by clients grappling with pain from others' negligence, she tirelessly fights to relieve their burdens and secure full compensation. Her tenacity and resolute advocacy extend beyond case size, earning her clients' respect and friendship.. Harlene is a former competitive swimmer who credits her focus and goal-oriented mindset to her aquatic background. In the courtroom, she harnesses her swimming skills—quick off the starting block, streamlined, and precise—translating linear power into strategic legal maneuvers. This discipline permeates her legal career, offering invaluable insights into personal injury and wrongful death cases.. Harlene's educational journey culminated in an Associate’s Degree as a Paralegal in the 1990s. She later received a Bachelor’s Degree with a 4.0 GPA and high honors from the State University of New York at Albany.Her aspiration to become a lawyer materialized at the Nashville School of Law, where she earned a J.D. in 2013 while managing a full-time role at a prominent personal injury firm and raising a family. This transformative year also marked her as a Rule 31 Listed Mediator, honing her negotiation skills.. Beyond her role as a Nashville personal injury attorney, Harlene finds solace in Tennessee's lakes, steering clear of salt and sharks. Engaging in family activities like hiking, climbing, and four-wheeling, she cherishes moments with her three rescue dogs.Harlene's multifaceted dedication, merging legal experience with a passion for water and family, establishes her as a powerful force for justice and compassion in personal injury law. Call Labrum Law Firm Personal Injury Lawyers if you need help after a car accident, slip and fall, dog bite, wrongful death, or other legal matter.

Attorney Daniel M. Novick, Esq. is a music and entertainment industry veteran with over a decade of experience as a recording and performing artist, songwriter, and business owner. Daniel has recorded with a multi-Grammy-award winning producer, co-written songs with hit songwriters and has had his songs licensed and performed live by others. He has worked at a talent agency, a publishing company, a recording studio, and a multinational entertainment & media company.Today, Daniel represents entertainment clientele and emerging businesses worldwide with respect to matters such as music recording and performance agreements, music publishing, new media & intellectual property licensing, merchandising, concert promotion, film production and distribution, in addition to providing commercial litigation services and advising on business entity formation and other related matters.Clients include recording artists, award-winning producers, hit songwriters, music publishers, record labels, management firms, film companies, mobile app developers, fashion designers, photographers and various other individuals and companies in the entertainment industry.Daniel graduated from Vanderbilt University, majoring in Political Science with a minor in Corporate Strategy and, thereafter, received his law degree from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where he graduated with concentrations in Intellectual Property and Corporate Law. Daniel Novick is admitted before the courts of the States of California, New York and Tennessee.

Attorney Chelsea Nicholson is a trial lawyer practicing in Nashville and the surrounding Middle Tennessee counties. She graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with her Bachelor of Science degree in political science in 2005. She obtained her law degree in 2009 from the Nashville School of Law. Chelsea interned at the Public Defenders Office in Nashville throughout law school and started her practice with Jack Butler and Associates. She opened her own office in 2010 focusing on criminal defense and personal injury cases. While in private practice she has had numerous jury trials including cases for DUI, kidnapping, robbery, rape and drug offenses and obtained many favorable verdicts for her clients. Chelsea Nicholson strives to work with her clients to find the best outcome for their individual needs and case.

Attorney Catherine Eaton is Tennessee and Florida Bar licensed attorney and a Certified Family Mediator, which allows Catherine to offer a wide selection of services to prospective clients. However, Catherine is much more than a practicing attorney, she has also experienced both the joy and hardships of raising three children as a single mother. This experience allows Catherine to represent clients with an understanding that few attorneys have, knowing firsthand the difficulties surrounding divorce and parenting.. One of the many benefits of pursuing mediation and collaborative law over litigation is the protection of you and your family's privacy.. Collaborative law is a way to resolve the issues that arise when you dissolve a marriage without court intervention into the settlement terms. Collaborative law can produce a settlement agreement that is tailored much better to the unique circumstances of the parties and their children.. Mediation is the voluntary process of negotiating a settlement to issues between two parties. Mediation is used in family law as an alternative dispute resolution process.. There are several benefits and advantages to agreeing to mediate your family law case including:

As an attorney, I have assisted people in dealing with the most significant wounds imaginable. I have held their hands, supported them and represented them through criminal trials ranging from misdemeanors to rape and murder. I have represented both Fathers and Mothers in family law cases where emotions are high and things often seem hopeless. There are no guarantees that any lawyer can make regarding results, but in my office, your problem is my problem. For a free consultation, call."

As a registered patent attorney, I have assisted clients with a wide variety of legal issues with a focus on intellectual property law in general and patent and trademark prosecution and litigation in particular.  Knowing that I played a role in a client's success is what I enjoy most about the practice of law.

As a Nashville native with years of experience, I’ve represented thousands of clients in everything from jury trials to federal immigration court. Through it all, I’ve learned that legal representation doesn’t have to be complicated: there is no substitute for integrity, experience, and hard work.. Unlike most firms, I handle your case from start to finish—no middlemen, just straightforward communication as I take the time to understand your unique situation and use my expertise to vigorously defend you.. Have a criminal issue? Let's chat.. Se habla español.