Robert Chapski, shareholder at Lewis Thomason, has been named Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. Fellows are chosen based on their devoted and distinguished service to the legal profession and the administration of justice and their adherence to the highest standards of professional ethics and personal conduct. Robert Chapski in Lewis Thomason’s Nashville office, is a Rule 31 Listed General … Read More

The National Black Lawyers has recognized Brayden Jackson to the Top 40 Under 40 list for 2026. National Black Lawyers was created to celebrate legal excellence by promoting attorneys as subject-matter experts, developing a strong national network of top African American attorneys, and facilitating the exchange of timely information to enable its members to expend their impact as leaders. Jackson … Read More

Chris McCarty, a shareholder in the firm’s Knoxville office, has been named Vice President of the Tennessee Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). The American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) is a national association of experienced trial lawyers and judges. ABOTA is an invitation-only organization, as its members must have years of active experience as trial lawyers, … Read More

Lewis Thomason and EdLegal were proud to host their First Annual Special Education Conference on September 18 in Knoxville. With more than 200 attendees and overwhelming interest from education professionals across the region, the inaugural event was a tremendous success.  We have been grateful for the positive feedback received from attendees, many of whom have already asked that the conference … Read More

On September 21, 2026, Lewis Thomason shareholder David Garst and Dale Crow of Brown and Brown presented a seminar on Risk Management Principles for Subcontracting with Design Professionals at the Tennessee Engineers Conference in Franklin.  David Garst is a shareholder in the Lewis Thomason Nashville office, where he serves a pivotal role as the chair of the Construction Law Practice … Read More

Lewis Thomason shareholder Ryan Clark recently served as a panelist at the ALFA International Product Liability and Complex Torts Practice Group Seminar for a discussion on “Product Enhancements in the Age of Nuclear Verdicts.”  The panel examined how product enhancements—while often beneficial from a safety, cost, and competitive standpoint—can create challenges in product liability litigation when plaintiffs argue that manufacturers … Read More

Lewis Thomason shareholder Paige Bernick recently spoke as part of the Nashville Bar Association’s Sister Cities delegation exchange with Caen, France, presenting on Tennessee civil court procedure and mediation.  Paige shared insights into how civil matters move through Tennessee courts, as well as the role mediation plays in resolving disputes efficiently and effectively. Her presentation was part of a broader … Read More

Lewis Thomason attorney Michael Goode recently presented “From Tee Box to Tax Trap: Estate Planning Hazards for Tennessee Attorneys,” a practical look at the federal tax issues that can arise in even routine Tennessee estate planning.  Although Tennessee has no estate or inheritance tax, Michael discussed why that does not necessarily mean an estate plan is tax-free. His presentation addressed … Read More

Lewis Thomason shareholder Heidi Barcus continued to demonstrate her thought leadership in litigation and professional education through two recent speaking engagements.  On August 26, Heidi presented at the 2026 Jail Summit, where she discussed deposition preparation and best practices, offering practical guidance on how witnesses and organizations can prepare effectively for the deposition process.  The following day, on August 27, … Read More

Lewis Thomason shareholders Janet Hayes and Marshall Stair were pleased to share their experience with attendees at the 2026 UT-Battelle Labor & Employment Training, hosted by the UT-Battelle Office of General Counsel at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.  Janet presented “Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace,” discussing the evolving role of AI and the employment law considerations employers should keep in mind … Read More