Updates

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…

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…

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…

Justin Joy and Heidi Barcus shared their insights at the Knoxville Bar Association’s Law Practice Today Expo, where each spoke on a separate panel addressing critical issues facing today’s legal…

Lewis Thomason, a leading law firm in Tennessee, is pleased to announce the addition of Daniel T. Swanson, Special Counsel, to its Knoxville office. Swanson represents clients on matters pertaining…

On March 19th, Justin Joy, shareholder with Lewis Thomason, participated in the panel “Tech That Works: Because ‘We Tried That Once’ Isn’t a Strategy.” His practical, attorney-driven perspective was a…

Lewis Thomason is proud to share that Lewis Thomason shareholder Eric Butler has been named co-chair of the Tennessee Judicial Conference Foundation’s initiative to establish the Judge James Curwood Witt…

Chris McCarty was recognized with the Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Member Award at the University of Tennessee Winston School of Law Honors & Awards Banquet on February 26, 2026.  During the…

We’re excited to share that Mary Beth White is officially kicking off her speaking tour as part of the 2026 Trucking Claims Bootcamp—a national, multi‑city program delivering cutting‑edge education for…

John Tarpley, shareholder in our Nashville office, recently served as a presenter at the Nashville Bar Association’s Mediation Summit.  John led the “Mediation Best Practices” session, sharing proven techniques, preparation…

Steve Vescovo, shareholder in our Memphis office, recently presented an estate planning seminar alongside a divorce attorney and financial planner.  The program offered attendees a comprehensive perspective on navigating key…

London Lacoste, an associate in our Nashville office, recently participated as a panelist at Mastering the Summer Associate Summer, hosted by Belmont University.  London joined fellow legal professionals to share…