Lewis Thomason is proud to welcome our 2026 Summer Associate class! This summer, we are excited to host an outstanding group of talented law students across all three of our Tennessee offices. In Knoxville, we welcome Raygan Robertson, Domingo Pasillas-Velazquez, Malana Griffey, and Elizabeth Proffitt. In Nashville, we welcome Alyssa Rosa, Samantha Koplon, and Trey Schwalb. And in Memphis, we … Read More

By: Chris W. McCarty The Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) continues to present significant compliance challenges for employers, particularly when managing intermittent leave requests and avoiding retaliation claims. Employers should ensure managers and HR professionals understand both the operational requirements of the law and the litigation risks that can arise from improper administration of leave. The FMLA entitles eligible … Read More

Lewis Thomason Shareholder David Chapman recently moderated an engaging panel discussion at the ALFA International Transportation Practice Group Seminar on the evolving challenges of driver behavior analytics and fleet safety. The session, “Best Practices for Using and Maintaining Driver Behavior Data Analytics to Promote Safety Without Sinking Your Defense,” explored the legal and operational considerations tied to sophisticated onboard monitoring … Read More

By Marshall W. Stair The U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) has proposed significant changes to the federal independent contractor standard under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”), signaling another major shift in how employers should evaluate worker classification. The proposed rule, announced on February 26, 2026, would rescind the Biden Administration’s 2024 Final Rule and largely return to a framework … Read More

Kathleen Spight, associate in our Memphis office, was honored to serve as the keynote speaker for the Memphis Opportunity Scholarship Trust 2026 Senior Reception.  As a former MOST scholarship recipient, Kathleen shared her inspiring personal journey and reflected on the opportunities, hard work, and perseverance that helped shape her path to becoming an attorney at Lewis Thomason. Her message encouraged … Read More

Lewis Thomason’s Justin Joy was a panelist at the Tennessee Bar Association’s Business Law Forum, which focused on technology and innovation in the legal profession.  Justin shared practical insights drawn from his experience advising organizations on cybersecurity, privacy, AI governance, and emerging technology risks. His discussion emphasized how law firms and businesses can thoughtfully implement technology solutions while balancing innovation, … Read More

Heidi Barcus recently delivered an insightful and highly practical presentation at the Tennessee Healthcare Liability Seminar on “Demonstrative Aids: Law and Examples.”  From simplifying complex medical concepts to strengthening jury engagement, Heidi explored how effective demonstrative evidence can elevate advocacy in healthcare liability cases. As healthcare litigation continues to grow more complex, the ability to present information clearly and persuasively … Read More

Technology is reshaping the practice of law—both in how firms protect themselves and how they litigate.  Heidi Barcus and Justin Joy recently delivered two dynamic, forward-looking presentations at the ABA TECHSHOW exploring two critical fronts for today’s law firms: cybersecurity and modern deposition strategy. In “Avoid an AI-Accelerated Hack at Your Law Firm,” they addressed the rising threat of increasingly … Read More

Our Knoxville office hosted an engaging and timely employment law seminar on April 23, bringing together clients and colleagues for a practical discussion on today’s most pressing workplace issues. Attendees heard from our attorneys on key developments and real-world strategies involving the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), workers’ compensation, and the rapidly evolving role … Read More

Jeff Smith and Kent Francis, shareholders in Lewis Thomason’s Memphis office, have been named Fellows of the Memphis Bar Foundation. The Memphis Bar Foundation is the charitable foundation affiliated with the Memphis Bar Association. 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 … Read More