Greenbrier Family Lawyers

Emily grew up in Springfield, Tennessee. After graduating from Aaron Academy in Hendersonville, Tennessee, Emily attended Vanderbilt University where she graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Music in Harp and highest honors in music history and literature.

Emily received her Juris Doctorate from Vanderbilt University Law School where she was awarded the Dean's Scholarship. While in law school, Emily clerked at the United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee and the Tennessee Department of Children's Services.

After graduating law school, Emily returned home to Springfield, Tennessee, where she practiced with a local firm prior to co-founding...

Devin is a Sumner County native and practices law in various areas of civil litigation in the surrounding counties. Devin maintains a personable relationship with her clients and has helped countless individuals in times of hardships as well as tackling issues on the front-end to avoid future conflicts. Devin’s legal practice areas primarily include estate planning and probate, estate litigation, conservatorships, personal injury, car wrecks, and real estate transactions. Beyond that, she handles contested and uncontested divorces, child custody and visitation, and child support cases as well as other family law matters. She also accepts appointments by the court to...

Kimberley has nearly twenty years’ experience as a litigation attorney. She has litigated countless matters before judges in the surrounding Sumner, Davidson and Robertson County areas. Prior to becoming an attorney, Kimberley was a high school theater teacher for sixteen years. She maintains a reputation for not being afraid of the courtroom and fights hard for her clients to ensure they get what they deserve. Kimberley focuses her legal practice on family law matters including, contested and uncontested divorces, including large assets divorces, child custody and visitation actions, spousal support, modifications of parenting plans, parental relocation, and parentage. She has...

Russell is a lifelong resident of Goodlettsville, Tennessee where he currently serves as the City Attorney. He has over thirty years of experience as a trial attorney litigating and trying numerous jury and bench trials involving a wide range of civil issues in Davidson, Sumner and Robertson County. Russell treats every client as though they are his biggest and maintains a reputation for helping individuals in times of hardship and holding others accountable for their wrongdoing. He has many years of experience representing clients in personal injury accidents, car wrecks, estate planning and probate, and estate litigation. Beyond that, he...

Marjorie began her legal career representing individuals sentenced to death in challenging their death sentences at the Office of the Post-Conviction Defender. Later, she spent almost four years working for the Tennessee Justice Center fighting for the rights of children and adults against Tennessee's Medicaid program.

Marjorie then spent time in private practice primarily representing children and families in juvenile court cases. Then she went to work for the Tennessee Department of Children's Services for more than 6 years where she served as the primary juvenile justice and education attorney, handled employment matters for the 4000 person agency, and advised...

Meet J. Ryan Johnson, Esq., the Nashville attorney featured in Forbes, Fortune, and Super Lawyers. As the founder of the Law Office of J. Ryan Johnson, PLLC, a boutique firm in downtown Nashville, he leads a dedicated team specializing in divorce, child custody, and family law across Middle Tennessee. With a practice spanning since 2012, J. Ryan Johnson brings a wealth of experience and expertise to every case. With a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Middle Tennessee State University and a Juris Doctor from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law, Mr. Johnson has been practicing family law since 2012....

Audrey Lee Anderson has been practicing Family Law since 1998. Originally from Missouri, Audrey attended Washington University where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in 1994. She then went on to Chicago-Kent College of Law in Illinois and received her Doctor of Jurisprudence in 1998. Audrey passed the Bar Admissions in both Illinois and Tennessee in 1998. In 1999, Audrey became a member of the Nashville Bar Association. Later in 2008, she became a member with the Williamson County Bar Association. In 2014 she became a member of the Sumner County Bar Association. Audrey's field of knowledge...

Amanda Raye Thornton earned a B.S. from Western Kentucky University in 2003, a J.D. from Nashville School of law in 2007 and was licensed to practice law in Tennessee in October, 2007. Ms. Thornton was admitted to practice in the Federal District Court of Tennessee- Middle District in 2009.

While in law school, Ms. Thornton clerked for Roberts & Associates. After graduating and passing the bar exam, Ms. Thornton joined the office of Roberts & Associates as an associate attorney focusing primarily on family law related issues. In 2013, Ms. Thornton practices at the office of Roberts, Thornton & Pence, an...

Martin Sir & Associates is committed to serving families in Nashville, and surrounding counties, and providing them with the comprehensive legal resources they need to protect their best interests. From resolving divorce disputes to recovering alimony payments on behalf of clients, the dedicated legal team Martin Sir & Associates is here to help you secure the justice you deserve.

Walker Law provides legal services in Criminal Defense, Divorce, and Traffic Violations in Davidson and surrounding counties in the Middle Tennessee area. We are conveniently located in downtown Nashville, a couple of blocks from both General Sessions and Circuit Court. We give free consultations over the phone. We handle misdemeanor and felony criminal cases, Uncontested, Contested, and Default Divorces, DUI, Traffic Violations, Expungements, Background Checks, Driving While Impaired, Reckless Driving, Theft, Robbery, Burglary, Simple Possession, Felony Drug Offenses, Probation Violations, Prostitution, Vandalism, Evading Arrest, Resisting Arrest, Assault, and many other criminal offenses. Feel free to call our office regarding...

Shute Law is a boutique law firm that utilizes a client-focused approach to create opportunities and procure sustainable contracts in the sports and entertainment industries. Our practice areas include contracts, litigation, consulting/business development, the cannabis & marijuana industry, as well as estate planning, criminal defense, and family law.

Byron Pugh is a criminal defense and family law attorney in Nashville, Tennessee. Byron represents individuals who are charged with a crime, the subject of a criminal investigation, seeking a divorce or engaged in a child custody dispute. He serves clients throughout Middle Tennessee including Williamson, Davidson, Rutherford and Sumner counties.

Byron began his legal career in the courtroom as an Assistant District Attorney in Davidson County. He was first assigned to the domestic violence team where he prosecuted domestic assault, stalking and harassment cases. There he earned a reputation as a dedicated and effective advocate for domestic violence victims. Byron...

Lisa Millican Ewing is Of Counsel for McCarthy Law PLC in the Nashville, Tennessee office. She grew up in Memphis, Tennessee and graduated from the Fogelman College of Business at the University of Memphis, magna cum laude, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration with an accounting major. She received her Doctor of Jurisprudence from the Nashville School of Law graduating in the top 10% of her law school class
Prior to pursuing a career in law, Lisa founded the medical practice management and medical billing firm, MedAccounts, Inc. Upon graduation from law school, she established Ewing Law Office LLC and where...

Every day, Roland T. Hairston, II helps individuals and families find resolution to their legal issues so that they can focus on their everyday lives. Literally, hundreds of individuals and families have benefited from Mr. Hairston’s services. Mr. Hairston graduated from the Nashville School of Law, where he finished in the top 1/3 of his class and passed the bar exam on the first attempt. Mr. Hairston graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a 3.75 GPA and a double-major in Entrepreneurship and Marketing. What sets Mr. Hairston apart as a lawyer is his personal attentiveness to each...

Edwards & Edwards is a small, family owned firm run by two attorneys, Michael Edwards and son Russell Edwards. Edwards & Edwards are skilled, experienced attorneys who handle a myriad of cases ranging from basic legal matters to complex situations. Edwards & Edwards has represented clients in Sumner, Robertson, and Davidson counties, as well as the surrounding Middle Tennessee area, for over 42 years. With the solid capability and proven track record of Edwards & Edwards, you are assured that your legal rights will be represented by top professionals. Russell Edwards has been with the Edwards & Edwards since...

Long, Burnett, and Johnson, PLLC, is an experienced team of Nashville bankruptcy lawyers dedicated to helping clients find real, long term solutions to financial problems. We do more than just complete the necessary court forms and stand for clients in court; we understand that the best bankruptcy attorney in Nashville is one who educates people on how to improve their lives. Of course a Nashville bankruptcy is a serious matter. However, it does not have to be a wholly negative affair. This could be a chance to start over anew. Some people come out of the proceedings much better...

For over three decades, I have dedicated my legal career to guiding individuals through some of life's most challenging transitions. Specializing in family law, divorce, and estate planning, I have had the privilege of helping countless clients navigate complex legal landscapes with compassion and expertise. Over the years, I have honed my skills in family law, handling diverse cases ranging from amicable divorces to contentious custody battles. My approach combines legal acumen with a deep understanding of the emotional nuances that accompany these sensitive matters. Additionally, my expertise extends to estate planning, ensuring that my clients' legacies are safeguarded for future...

Attorney Rachel Sharp Upshaw has continued to distinguish herself as an associate at Karla C. Miller and Associates, PLLC. With broad experience in nearly every aspect of family law and more than 80 percent of her practice devoted to litigation.

Former General Sessions Judge Penny Harrington practices family law including Probate, Wills, Conservatorships and Elder Law as well as Divorce and Child Custody. She has been licensed since she graduated from Vanderbilt Law School in 1982.

Mr. Boiano graduated from the University of Rhode Island with his B.A in English and continued on his education at Mississippi College School of Law. He is a member of the Nashville Bar Associations, Sumner County Bar Association, Tennessee Affiliation of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Tennessee Trial Lawyer Association.

Karla Miller is a well-recognized Nashville divorce lawyer providing a wide range of family law legal services for clients throughout Tennessee. Karla C. Miller has devoted her entire career to the practice of family law in Tennessee.

Graduate of Vanderbilt University BA, JD Nashville School of Law with highest honors; admitted to state courts of Tennessee, Middle and Eastern Tennessee Federal District Courts, 6th Circuit Court of Appeals, United States Supreme Court; member of Tenn Bar Association (Fellow), Nashville Bar Association (Fellow), and Sumner County Bar Association; member of Lawyers Association for Women (charter member and sustaining member), Tennessee Lawyers Association for Women (charter member); Instructor at Nashville School of Law for Workers Compensation 1987 to 2015 (Distinguished Faculty Honoree 2002); Delegate to 1977...

Attorney Hannah Burdine has been a veritable force in the world of family law since 2009, skillfully navigating the turbulent waters of divorce, child custody, and family matters in both the Peach State of Georgia and the Volunteer State of Tennessee. Ms. Burdine boasts a staggering 99% divorce settlement rate, an achievement that could make even the most seasoned attorneys green with envy. She accomplishes this by consistently placing her clients' wishes at the forefront of every case, using her keen negotiating skills and ensuring client satisfaction is never left to chance. Clients have often likened Ms. Burdine's unique approach to a...

Jane Ellen Cassell is licensed in the state of Tennessee. She has also been admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court of Middle Tennessee, and the Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR). She is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), Belmont University American Inns of Court, the American Bar Association, and Lawyer's Association for Women: Marion Griffin Chapter.

Jane Ellen graduated from Belmont University College of Law where she served as President of the Women's Law Organization. Before attending law school, Jane Ellen graduated magna cum laude from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga where she earned...