Michael Goode Publishes with Practical Law

Michael Goode has published Revocable Trusts and Irrevocable Trusts with Practical Law. Practical Law provides expert-down-the-hall legal know-how for subscribers. These subscribers include more than 13,000 in-house counsel and more than 150,000 law firms. Michael’s resource discusses provides insights into the state’s laws and practices affecting revocable and irrevocable trusts, including key statutes such as the Tennessee Uniform Trust Code.  These resources have been … Read More

Michael Goode

Michael Goode has published Power of Attorney with Practical Law. Practical Law provides expert-down-the-hall legal know-how for subscribers. These subscribers include more than 13,000 in-house counsel and more than 150,000 law firms. Michael’s resource discusses provides insights into the state’s laws and practices affecting revocable and irrevocable trusts, including key statutes such as the Tennessee Uniform Trust Code.  These resources have been … Read More

Outstanding Trial Victory

The trial team of Mary Beth White and Kaitlyn Phillips achieved an outstanding trial victory in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee, Chattanooga Division, before Judge Travis R. McDonough.  The case arose from a sideswipe collision between a passenger vehicle and a tractor-trailer near Chattanooga. While the defendants admitted liability for the accident, the case was vigorously contested on the issues of … Read More

Justin Joy and Caroline Montoya

Lewis Thomason attorneys Justin Joy and Caroline Montoya recently presented the Business Law Case & Legislative Update for the Memphis Bar Association’s Business Law Section CLE. During the program, Justin and Caroline provided attendees with a practical overview of recent business law cases and legislative developments impacting Tennessee businesses, helping fellow attorneys stay informed on the latest legal trends and … Read More

Meagan Collver

Meagan Collver recently moderated a panel for the American Bar Association, “Taming the Hydra: Managing the Demands of Practicing Law and Personal Life,” on July 9. The discussion explored one of the legal profession’s most important challenges—balancing the demands of a successful legal career with the responsibilities and priorities of personal life. As moderator, Meagan guided an engaging conversation that … Read More

Three New Associates Join Lewis Thomason

Lewis Thomason, a leading law firm in Tennessee, is pleased to announce the addition of Bridget Ahrens and Jenna Finbloom as Associates in its Nashville office, and Lydia Cates as an Associate in its Memphis office. Ahrens pursued her legal studies at Belmont University College of Law. While in law school, she explored administrative, family, and criminal law before discovering … Read More

Chris McCarty

Lewis Thomason shareholder Chris W. McCarty recently participated in the Tennessee School Boards Association’s 2026 Summer Law Institute in Gatlinburg. Chris presented “Student Expression & School Authority: Navigating the First Amendment,” providing attendees with guidance on the evolving legal issues surrounding student speech and school governance.  Chris also served on the panel discussion “Your Board Attorney at Work,” joining fellow … Read More

Paul Whitt is a Speaker and Panelist at the CSI Gulf States Region Conference

Lewis Thomason shareholder Paul Whitt participated as a speaker and panelist at the CSI Gulf States Region Conference held July 8–11, 2026, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Knoxville. As part of the conference’s Team Building theme, Paul joined industry leaders and attendees for engaging discussions focused on collaboration, leadership, and building strong professional teams. The conference also featured keynote … Read More

Workplace Investigations: Key Steps and Best Practices for Employers

By: Janet Hayes Workplace investigations are an essential tool for addressing employee concerns, reducing legal risk, and maintaining a professional and compliant workplace culture. Whether the issue involves allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, workplace safety concerns, or other misconduct, employers should respond promptly and ensure investigations are conducted in a fair, objective, and well-documented manner. Employers should carefully evaluate when … Read More

2026 Summer Associates Continue

As our summer program continues, we’re excited to welcome the next group of talented summer associates! As our 2026 Summer Associate Program moves into its second half, we are excited to welcome another exceptional group of talented law students to the firm. We look forward to providing meaningful hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to learn from our attorneys across Tennessee. … Read More