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JoAnna R. Wilson is a native of Alamo, Tennessee. She received her B.S. in Criminal Justice from Middle Tennessee State University, where she graduated summa cum laude in 2014. She obtained her J.D. from the Belmont University College of Law in 2017. During her time in law school, she was a member of the Student Bar Association and the Belmont University College of Law American Inn of Court.. Ms. Wilson was admitted to the Tennessee Bar and joined Casey, Simmons & Bryant as an Associate Attorney in 2017. Ms. Wilson practices in the areas of family law, juvenile law, and criminal defense from our Jackson, Tennessee office.

Mary Alice Carfi grew up with her family on a farm in Smith County, Tennessee. She currently lives in Wilson County where she is an active member of the community. Mary Alice is active in her church and she enjoys singing with the Bert Coble Singers and spending time with her family.

Mr. Spanos practices in all areas of family and probate law, including divorce, post-divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, juvenile, and wills and estates. Having worked for Ms. Rogers and the firm while he attended law school, Mr. Spanos gained valuable insight to the firm and significant experience prior to his admission to the Bar. He sits on the Board of Governors of the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association and chairs their Domestic Legislation Committee.

Jacob Thorington has been a valued attorney at Cheatham, Palermo & Garrett since 2007, offering clients exceptional legal representation in family law matters. A magna cum laude graduate of the University of St. Thomas School of Law, Jacob is also a Rule 31 Family Law Mediator, serving in this capacity since 2016. His practice encompasses a wide range of family law issues, including divorce, post-divorce disputes, contempt, child support and alimony modifications, paternity, and custody cases. He has also successfully argued cases before the Tennessee Court of Appeals.. Jacob is deeply committed to service, both professionally and personally. An Eagle Scout, he is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association and Williamson County Bar Association and regularly volunteers with the Legal Aid Society. He is actively involved in his community, serving on the board of Youth Leadership Franklin, participating in the Next Generation of the Heritage Foundation, and contributing to Franklin First United Methodist Church.. Recognized for his thorough trial preparation and personable approach, Jacob is a skilled litigator and trusted advisor to his clients. He lives in Franklin with his wife, three children, and their family pets, embracing his role as a community leader and dedicated family man.

I have experience in immigration law and elder law. I have also represented many clients in general civil legal matters as matters. I represent clients before Shelby County Probate, Circuit, and Chancery Court, as well as Immigration Court.