Education Law law in Tennessee covers special education rights (IEP/504), school discipline, Title IX compliance, student rights, and education policy. 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 education law cases, and attorneys who practice in Circuit Court regularly understand the nuances that affect how these matters are resolved.

The statute of limitations for education law matters in Tennessee is generally 1 year (one of the shortest in the US), 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 education law in Tennessee bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

When selecting an education law 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.

Before you choose an attorney, it helps to understand the legal landscape. Read our complete guide to education law law in Tennessee to learn about filing deadlines, state-specific rules, and what damages or remedies may be available in your case. Then use the directory below to find and compare qualified lawyers across Tennessee.

Michal Durakiewicz - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Durak Law
 725 Cool Springs Blvd., Suite 600 Franklin TN 37067
(615) 812-2829
Emory University School of Law
English, Polish, Russian
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Criminal Law Divorce
Marjorie A Bristol - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Law Office of Marjorie A. Bristol
 919 Conference Dr. Suite 4-324 Goodlettsville TN 37072
(615) 606-3903
University of Tennessee - Knoxville (1996)
French, German
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Divorce Education Law Family Law
Andre Courtney Wharton - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1575 Madison Avenue Memphis TN 38104
(901) 726-6884
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (1999)
Bar #022588
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law DUI & DWI
Audrey J. Anderson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Bass, Berry & Sims
 150 Third Avenue South Suite 2800 Nashville TN 37201
(615) 742-6296
University of Michigan Law School (1990)
Bar #031910
U.S. District and Bankruptcy Court, District of Columbia Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Education Law Employment Law
Jennifer R. Egelston - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Jennifer R. Egelston, Lawyer at Law
 800 S. Gay St. Suite 700 Knoxville TN 37929
(865) 404-8226
University of Tennessee College of Law (2017)
English
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Arbitration & Mediation Divorce
Susan M. Kornfield - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Bodman PLC
 201 S. Division Street Suite 400 Ann Arbor TN 48104
(734) 930-2488
University of Michigan (1970)
Illinois Bar
Active License
Education Law Entertainment & Sports Law Intellectual Property
Michael Russell - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Gilbert Russell McWherter Scott Bobbitt PLC
 341 Cool Springs Blvd Suite 230 Franklin TN 37067
(615) 354-1144
Bar #020268
Active License
Verified
Education Law Employment Law Insurance Claims
Joy E Nguyen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Cheffins & Nguyen Law Group, PLLC
 40 Burton Hills Blvd Suite 200 Nashville TN 37215
(615) 475-8355
Belmont University College of Law (2015)
English
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Education Law Juvenile Law
Clint Scott - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Gilbert Russell McWherter Scott Bobbitt PLC
 101 North Highland Avenue Jackson TN 38301
(731) 664-1340
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (2003)
Unknown Status
Education Law Employment Law Insurance Claims
Jessica Farris Salonus - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Salonus Firm, PLC
 139 Stonebridge Blvd Jackson TN 38305
(731) 300-0970
Louisiana State University - Baton Rouge
English
Bar #028158
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Education Law Employment Law
David W. Huss - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 385 Thorndale Drive McKenzie TN 38201
(731) 446-0679
Bar #028715
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law Education Law Family Law
Alex Jay Hurder - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2419 Ravenwood Dr Murfreesboro TN 37129
Duke University School of Law (1976)
Bar #004303
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Education Law Social Security Disability
James D. Jordan - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2100 West End Ave Nashville-Davidson (Balance) TN 37203
Vanderbilt University Law School (1981)
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Education Law Estate Planning
Cheryl Rumage Estes - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 40 S Main St 2900 Memphis TN 38103
(901) 525-8721
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (1982)
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Education Law Environmental Law Real Estate Law
Johnny Dean Burleson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 209 E Main St Jackson TN 38301
(731) 423-2414
University of Tennessee College of Law (1983)
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Civil Rights Education Law Insurance Defense
Marlin Lynn Blane - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 625 Donelson Pkwy Dover TN 37058
(931) 232-8815
University of Tennessee College of Law (2000)
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Education Law Employment Law Health Care Law
Timothy Howland Nichols - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 5250 Virginia Way Brentwood TN 37027
(615) 383-3355
Vanderbilt University Law School
Bar #018156
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Education Law Real Estate Law
James Terry Price - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2100 West End Ave Nashville-Davidson (Balance) TN 37203
Bar #015630
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Education Law Estate Planning Real Estate Law
Paul Timothy Coleman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 PO BOX 30107 KNOXVILLE TN 37930
(865) 584-4686
University of Tennessee College of Law
Florida Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Education Law Entertainment & Sports Law
William Albert Allen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 136 S Illinois Ave # 104 Oak Ridge TN 37830
(865) 482-4466
University of Tennessee College of Law (1976)
Bar #004264
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Consumer Law Education Law
Mac Edward Robinson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 7424 Harness Dr Nashville TN 37221
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University (1986)
Bar #011864
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Education Law
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