About Audrey J.

Audrey J — Anderson practices employment law at Bass, Berry & Sims in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm, established in the heart of Nashville, specializes in various legal areas, including appeals, education law, and entertainment and sports law. Anderson joined the Tennessee Bar and has been active in multiple jurisdictions, including the U.S. District and Bankruptcy Court for the District of Columbia and the U.S. Supreme Court. Her extensive legal practice reflects a commitment to navigating complex legal fields for her clients.

In 1990, Anderson earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Michigan Law School, a prestigious institution known for its rigorous legal curriculum. Prior to her law degree, she completed her undergraduate studies at Northwestern University, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in 1985. This solid educational foundation has been instrumental in shaping her legal career, which spans several decades and encompasses significant roles in both private practice and academia. Most of Anderson's work involves advising clients on employment-related issues, including workplace disputes and compliance matters. Her expertise extends to representing clients in appellate cases, where she navigates the details of higher courts. Typical cases she handles involve a range of issues, from employment contracts to discrimination claims.

These cases often require detailed legal analysis and strategic planning to achieve favorable outcomes for her clients. Before joining Bass, Berry & Sims, Anderson served as Vice Chancellor and General Counsel at a major institution, a role she held since 2013. In 2019, she transitioned to an adjunct professor position, where she shares her extensive knowledge and expertise with law students. Her previous experience as an associate and partner since 1992 provided her with a wealth of knowledge in various legal areas, enhancing her ability to mentor the next generation of legal professionals. Active in several professional associations, Anderson is a member of the National Association of College and University Lawyers and the American Health Law Association. Her involvement in the Tennessee Bar Association and the District of Columbia Bar Association shows her dedication to the legal profession.

Additionally, her participation in the Tennessee Women’s Forum and the Public Integrity Task Force supports her community engagement and legal ethics. With a career dedicated to both practice and education, Audrey J. Anderson continues to influence the legal field in Tennessee and beyond, making her a respected figure in the legal community.

Education

University of Michigan Law School

J.D (1990)

1990

Northwestern University

B.A. (1985)

1985

Experience

Adjunct Professor Of Law

Vanderbilt University
2019

Counsel

Bass, Berry & Sims
2019

Vice Chancellor and General Counsel

Vanderbilt University
2013

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
2009

Associate/Partner

Hogan & Hartson LLP
1992

Accepted Jurisdictions

U.S. District and Bankruptcy Court, District of Columbia
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
U.S. Supreme Court
Tennessee
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
District of Columbia

Court Admissions

U.S. District and Bankruptcy Court for the District of Columbia U.S. District Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court
Tennessee State Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. Circuit Court

Types of Cases Handled

employment law appeals education law entertainment law sports law

Legal Services Scope

Advising Representation

Professional Associations

National Association of College and University Lawyers (NACUA)

has membership Current

American Health Law Association (AHLA)

has membership Current

Tennessee Bar Association

has membership Current

District of Columbia Bar Association

has membership Current

Tennessee Women’s Forum

has membership Current

Public Integrity Task Force (Nashville, Tennessee)

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 150 Third Avenue South Suite 2800 Nashville TN 37201