About Michelle

Michelle Blaylock-Howser practices family law in Murfreesboro, Tennessee — She is the managing partner at Howser & Associates, PLLP, a firm she joined in 2013. The firm focuses on various aspects of family law, including divorce, domestic violence, and juvenile law. Michelle has also developed a practice in employment law and appellate work, serving clients across Rutherford County and beyond. She earned her J.D. from the Nashville School of Law in 2002. Prior to that, she obtained a B.S.

in Political Science and English from Middle Tennessee State University in 1989. Her legal career began as a paralegal in 1990, and she has since accumulated experience in various roles, including judicial assistant and associate attorney. Michelle became a partner at her firm in 2013 and has been the managing partner since 2020. Most of her caseload involves divorce proceedings and child custody disputes. She also represents clients in domestic violence cases and juvenile law matters. Appeals and appellate work form another significant part of her practice, where she navigates complex legal issues in higher courts.

Michelle's experience as a judicial assistant provides her with unique insights into court procedures, which benefits her clients. In addition to her practice, Michelle serves as an adjunct professor, sharing her knowledge with the next generation of legal professionals since 2016. Her commitment to legal education shows her dedication to the field. She is actively involved in several legal associations, including the Tennessee Legal Association for Women and the Tennessee Association of Mediators, where she holds the designation of Rule 31 Family Mediator. Michelle's professional affiliations extend to the American Bar Association and the Rutherford/Cannon County Bar Association. She has also participated in the Tennessee Legal Aid Society's Capital Campaign, demonstrating her commitment to community service and access to justice.

Her diverse background and experience make her a well-respected figure in the legal community. Fluent in legal intricacies and passionate about family law, Michelle Blaylock-Howser continues to advocate for her clients with diligence and integrity. Her work not only impacts individual lives but also contributes to the broader legal field in Tennessee. As she looks toward the future, she remains focused on providing exceptional legal services while mentoring aspiring lawyers in her community.

Education

Nashville School of Law

J.D.

2002

Middle Tennessee State University

B.S. | Political Science/English

1989

Experience

Managing Partner

Howser & Associates, PLLP
2020

Adjunct Professor

Middle Tennessee State University
2016

Partner

Wilson, Howser, Oliver & Turner
2013

Associate

Wilson & Bradley
2013

Associate

Greg Reed & Associates
2007

Judicial Assistant

State of Tennessee
1999

Paralegal

Wilson and Bradley
1998

Paralegal

Agee, Allen, Godwin, Morris & Laurenzi
1990

Accepted Jurisdictions

Tennessee
U.S. Supreme Court
Federal Circuit

Court Admissions

U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
Tennessee State Courts State Trial Court · Admitted 2002

Types of Cases Handled

Family Law Divorce Employment Law Appeals & Appellate Domestic Violence Juvenile Law

Legal Services Scope

Initial filing Mediation Trial Appeals

Professional Associations

Tennessee Legal Association for Women

Board has membership 2020 - Current

Tennesseee Legal Aid Society Capital Campaign

Board has membership 2020 - Current

Middle Tennessee Legal Association for Women

Board has membership 2019 - Current

American Bar Assocaition

has membership 2019 - Current

Tennessee Association of Mediators

Rule 31 Family Mediator 2013 - Current

Rutherford/Cannon County Bar Association

has membership 2007 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 1500 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 3A-1 Murfreesboro TN 37129