Collections law in Tennessee covers debt recovery for creditors, debtor protection from harassment, FDCPA violations, garnishment defense, and credit reporting disputes. When these legal matters arise, having the right attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome. Tennessee has its own statutes, court procedures, and legal standards that apply specifically to collections cases, and attorneys who practice in Circuit Court regularly understand the nuances that affect how these matters are resolved.

The statute of limitations for collections matters in Tennessee is generally 6 years, though specific deadlines vary by case type. Cases proceed through Circuit Court, and Tennessee's state laws may provide protections or requirements that differ from federal standards. The Tennessee Bar Association sets the professional standards for practitioners, and attorneys who focus on collections in Tennessee bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

When selecting a collections attorney in Tennessee, consider their specific experience with cases like yours, their familiarity with Circuit Court procedures, and their track record. The attorneys listed on this page serve clients throughout Tennessee and have profiles that include their credentials, practice areas, office locations, and client reviews. Comparing multiple attorneys helps you find the right fit for your situation and budget.

For a detailed overview of how collections law works in Tennessee — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to collections law in Tennessee. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

Matthew Z. Huffer - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hudson, Reed & Christiansen
 16 Public Square North Murfreesboro TN 37130
(615) 893-5522
University of Tennessee College of Law (2016)
Bar #037564
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Arbitration & Mediation Collections Employment Law
Joshua A Jenkins - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hagan Jenkins Law Group, PLLC
 625 S. Church Street Suite A Murfreesboro TN 37130
(615) 546-4070
Oklahoma City University School of Law (2008)
United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Collections Construction Law
Mary Beth Hagan - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 495 North Walnut St. Murfreesboro TN 37130
(615) 546-4070
University of Tennessee - Knoxville (1999)
English
Bar #022109
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Collections
Ben Sissman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 44 North Second Street Suite 403 Memphis TN 38103
(901) 525-4414
University of Tennessee College of Law (1975)
Bar #007689
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Bankruptcy Collections
Joseph M. Barrett - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Ramsey, Thornton, Barrett & Herbert, PLC
 10200 Ramsey Way Dickson TN 37055
(615) 740-5700
University of Mississippi (1997)
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Collections Construction Law
Jack Atkins - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of R. Jack Atkins
 P.O. Box 1125 Crossville TN 38557
(931) 510-1205
University of Tennessee - Knoxville (1981)
English
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Collections
J. Ross Pepper - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Pepper Law, PLC
 1801 West End Ave #850 Nashville TN 37203
(615) 256-4838
University of Tennessee College of Law (1990)
English
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Business Law Collections
Scott D. Hall - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Scott D. Hall
 374 Forks of the River Parkway Sevierville TN 37862
(865) 428-9900
University of Tennessee College of Law (1988)
Bar #014874
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Business Law Collections
John Roaten Cheadle Jr - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Cheadle | Law
 129 2nd Ave N Nashville-Davidson (Balance) TN 37201
(615) 254-1009
Vanderbilt University Law School (1975)
Bar #006053
U.S. Supreme Court Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Collections Insurance Defense
Leonard Robert Grefseng - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
L. Robert Grefseng
 214 West 5th Street Suite B Columbia TN 38401
University of Mississippi (1979)
Bar #010778
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Collections Divorce
Rodney Mark Scott - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 12 S Public Square Murfreesboro TN 37130
(615) 896-3158
Case Western Reserve University (1979)
English
Bar #011316
Ohio Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Collections Consumer Law
David Scott Byrd - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Capps, Cantwell, Capps & Byrd
 1004 West First North Street MORRISTOWN TN 37816
(423) 586-3083
University of Tennessee College of Law (1991)
English
Bar #016618
6th Circuit Bar
Active License
Verified
Collections Divorce Family Law
Timothy W. Jones - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 134 Court Avenue Victoria Mall, Suite 101 Sevierville TN 37862
(865) 365-1145
University of Tennessee College of Law (1986)
American Sign Language, English
Bar #013571
Tennessee Bar
Inactive License
Verified
Business Law Collections Construction Law
Craig Brent - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Offices of Craig H. Brent
 604 S Margin St chbrent@craigbrentattorney.com Franklin TN 37064
(615) 794-0804
Bar #013174
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Collections Construction Law Divorce
Ryan A. Freeze - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Ryan A. Freeze, Lawyer at Law
 6 N. Public Square Murfreesboro TN 37130
(615) 895-0181
Nashville School of Law (2003)
Bar #028072
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Collections Criminal Law Divorce
M. Shawn Cardwell - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of M. Shawn Cardwell, Esq.
 PO Box 613171 Memphis TN 38101
(901) 590-2431
University of New Mexico (2003)
6th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Collections Foreclosure Defense Landlord Tenant
G. Keith Alley - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 9145 Cross Park Drive, Suite 103 Knoxville TN 37923
(865) 385-8623
University of Tennessee College of Law (1992)
English
Bar #017702
6th Circuit Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Collections Construction Law
R. Alan Pritchard - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1019 Audubon Drive Memphis TN 38117
(901) 310-5158
University of Tennessee College of Law (1987)
Arkansas Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Business Law
William A. Wooten - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Wooten Law Office
 120 Court Square East Covington TN 38019
(901) 475-1050
Washington University in St. Louis
Bar #026674
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Collections
Michael John McNulty - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
McNulty & Associates
 211 Printers Alley Suite 601 Nashville TN 37201
(615) 829-8250
Widener University Delaware School of Law
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Collections Divorce
Caleb D Thomas - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 28 E. Main St. Hohenwald TN 38462
(931) 487-4070
Lincoln Memorial University - John J. Duncan, Jr. School of Law (2015)
English
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Collections Criminal Law Divorce
Garth Click - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 509 West Court Square Springfield TN 37172
6153848444102
Valparaiso University School of Law (2004)
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Collections Criminal Law
Joseph Allen Kelly - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 303 2nd Ave Dayton TN 37321
The University of Chicago Law School (1991)
Bar #014921
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
Thomas Jay Brown - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 5905 Beneva Rd Sarasota FL 34238
(615) 781-6881
University of Florida Levin College of Law (2014)
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
Daniel Hays Puryear - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 144 2nd Ave N Nashville-Davidson (Balance) TN 37201
University of Tennessee College of Law (1996)
Bar #018190
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
David James Fulton - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 620 Lindsay St Suite 240 Chattanooga TN 37403
(423) 756-9972
University of Tennessee College of Law (1978)
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Collections
Brian Campbell Smith - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 502 Fleetwood Dr Lookout Mountain TN 37350
Vanderbilt University Law School (1969)
Bar #001128
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
Gregory Scott Gill - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 109 N Castle Heights Ave Lebanon TN 37087
(615) 443-8761
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (1995)
Bar #017374
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Collections Real Estate Law
Douglas Michael Alrutz - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 6070 Poplar Ave 300 Memphis TN 38119
University of Tennessee College of Law (1985)
Bar #011389
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
Charles Paul Harrison - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1111 N Northshore Dr P195 Knoxville TN 37919
(865) 584-4040
University of Tennessee College of Law (1986)
Bar #012102
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Collections Real Estate Law
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