Bloomington Springs Lawyers

When I first attended law school, I had dreams of becoming a big law corporate attorney and doing multi-million-dollar mergers and acquisitions as my career. As I went through law school however, I realized that I could have just as much fun dealing with complex estates as I could doing corporate law, and the best part was that I would not have to work 100-hour weeks. Throughout law school I tailored my education around the taxation aspect of estate planning and have developed an aptitude in dealing with complex estate planning techniques. I have a passionate dislike for taxes and...

M. Katherine "Kathy" Everette was born and raised in Mt. Juliet, TN. She earned her BS with honors from David Lipscomb University, and her law degree from the Nashville School of Law. She spent 15 years in banking with First American Bank and in 2002 Kathy opened her legal practice in Nashville, TN and has handled every style of case there is. She now focuses on divorce and family law cases in all Middle TN Counties and in Circuit, Chancery, Juvenile, and General Sessions Courts. Her finance and legal background make her uniquely qualified to understand the personal, legal...

Annette Kelley uses the past experience she had as an insurance defense lawyer for over a decade to help secure just compensation for her clients in cases involving car wrecks, truck wrecks, workers compensation, premises liability and other serious personal injury cases throughout Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama.

Herbert Thornbury, Esquire and his staff work with clients who have personal injury claims including social security, workers’ compensation and accident injuries in Tennessee.

Pete Johnson has experience representing a wide variety of businesses ranging from small local companies to some of the country’s largest publicly traded corporations. Before joining the Hutton Company, Johnson was the General Counsel for a real estate development and commercial general construction company. Johnson has practiced with law firms in Georgia and Tennessee, including an AmLaw100 firm, primarily in the areas of general corporate transactions, government representation, construction, and real estate law. Johnson has held a variety of public offices including serving as Assistant District Attorney, City Solicitor, and Magistrate. He has been...

Zack England, the founder of England Injury Law, is a native of the Chattanooga area who has dedicated his life to serving the community he holds dear. His journey into the legal field began with a strong academic foundation, earning a Bachelor’s in English Language and Literature from The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. After completing his undergraduate studies, Zack pursued his legal education at the University of Cincinnati College of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. His decision to become an attorney was deeply rooted in his desire to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives and...

Jerry H. Summers is a lifelong resident of Chattanooga and Hamilton County, Tennessee. Following his graduation from law school, he initially worked for two years as a prosecutor in the Hamilton County District Attorney's Office. Entering private practice in 1969, he became the founding member of what is now Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers. An experienced trial lawyer, Mr. Summers is one of a small number of attorneys who has been included in every yearly volume of "Best Lawyers in America" in both personal injury and criminal law. He is also only one of approximately five attorneys in the State of...

Wagner & Wagner is one of the longest-established law firms in Chattanooga. With more than seven decades of proven legal experience, our law practice has steadily grown through repeat business, valuable referrals and a tradition of client satisfaction.

Arthur Bass graduated from the University of Tennessee law school, receiving his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree in 1975. He has practiced law for 41 years, providing quality legal services for reasonable fees to the people of Bradley County and the surrounding counties of southeast Tennessee. He has handled cases in all the local state courts as well as the Tennessee Court of Appeals and the Tennessee Supreme Court. Arthur Bass is also licensed in federal court and has handled cases before the Eastern District of TN and in the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals.

Peter Brewer is an intellectual property attorney licensed in Tennesse and in Texas. He holds an engineering degree from Texas A&M University. He is a former Briefing Attorney to the Supreme Court of Texas. Peter has many years of experience drafting patent applications and trademark applications. He also prepares contracts for clients. He serves as a trusted advisor for start-up companies.

Byron Lindberg is a knowledgeable, dynamic and established lawyer with over 20 years of practice in Tennessee. He provides counsel and representation in matters of estate planning and intellectual property services. Byron possesses the trial and appellate experience and expertise to help you receive justice and compensation for your injuries and losses. His litigation practice includes the areas of auto and truck accidents, wrongful death, construction defects, and workplace injuries. He will personally advocate on your behalf throughout the entire process, and will extend to you as his client: compassion, communication and commitment.

Michael D. Watson, originally from Columbus, Ohio, is a graduate of The Ohio State University and earned his Juris Doctor from Lincoln Memorial Duncan School of Law. After graduation, he founded The Watson Law Firm, P.C., where he focuses exclusively on criminal defense. Over the years, Mr. Watson has defended hundreds of clients, handling a wide range of cases from minor misdemeanors to serious felonies. Outside the courtroom, he enjoys spending time outdoors, particularly playing golf and traveling. In 2024, Mr. Watson was recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Attorney. He is a member of the Knoxville...

Estes has been practicing law since 1974. He started in Memphis, TN where he worked for the best criminal and personal injury lawyers in that City. He moved to Chattanooga in 1976 where he again worked under the tutelage of one of Chattanooga's premier criminal attorneys. In 1999 he joined ERMC and eventually became the Chief Legal Officer and Sr. Vice-President of that company. In that capacity he oversaw civil personal injury litigation in over 40 states and supervised up to 100 outside top-notch personal injury lawyers around the country, attending numerous trials and mediations regarding...

I am a sole practitioner with 15 years experience practicing law in Tennessee. I am known for going the extra mile with my clients and for fighting for the very best possible outcome. I spend time on each case and respect the fact that there is a person behind every case. Because it impacts your life, it is of the utmost importance to me to do the best job I can for you - Your life and my reputation depend on it.

Registered patent attorney with experience in the areas of trademark, copyright and patent law. Experience with industries such as consumer packaged goods, sporting goods, aerospace technology, computer and mobile software, medical devices, composite materials, hazardous material handling, environmental remediation, firearms, pesticides, mechanical devices and electro-mechanical devices. Member of the State Bar of Tennessee and U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.

Andrew S. Roskind came to Knoxville from San Diego, California after serving six years in the United States Navy. While on active duty, Andy received several awards including the Navy Achievement Medal, Letters of Commendation, Honorable Discharge, and the Southwest Asia Service Medal for service during Desert Shield/Desert Storm. After settling in East Tennessee with his wife, Jodi, Andy attended the University of Tennessee where he received his Bachelor of Arts and Doctor of Jurisprudence Degrees. In addition to practicing law, Mr. Roskind has also served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Tennessee College of Law teaching Negotiations...

I grew up in Bogalusa, Louisiana. After earning a Bachelor of Science from the University of Southern Mississippi, I attended and received a law degree from the University of Tennessee College of Law. While attending UT, I worked at night and on weekends at Kern’s Bakery.

For the first half of my career I represented local and national corporations and major insurance companies. During this time I gained extensive trial experience, trying well over 100 jury trials not only in Tennessee but in at least a dozen other states. This work provided me with valuable knowledge of the way and manner...

I have practiced in the area of consumer bankruptcy, Chapters 7 and 13, for over 40 years. I also provide services in the areas of estate planning and probate. Contact my office for a free consultation.

Lifelong Knoxville resident T. Scott Jones believes in taking risks, but only when they benefit his clients. Active with the Shriners, he emphasizes the importance of community service to each member of the firm. Attorney Jones demonstrates this by undertaking numerous pro bono cases each year. In addition to being a fierce trial attorney, he is also a Rule 31 Mediator in the Tennessee Supreme Court.

Trial Attorney

I have practiced law for twenty years. I learned the Court system under the guidance of my father who practiced law for over forty years. I have represented persons accused of offenses as minor as traffic citations and as serious as homicide. I have tried countless jury trials in both State and Federal Court and take pride in the knowledge that when discussing matters with prosecutors they have no doubt that if they are unreasonable I will try your case.

I am also very experienced in probating estates. I understand that not only is a...

Ernie E. Gilkes is an attorney with over 14 years of experience in the legal profession. He began his legal career as a paralegal with Weeks and Anderson, a law association located in Nashville, Tennessee. After graduating in the 10% of his class from Nashville School of Law and passing his state boards, Gilkes has started his own law firm called Covenant Law Group with his partner Katherine Melton.

Besides being a dedicated attorney, Jimmy is an avid runner, hiker and self-proclaimed explorer. He chooses mountains over beaches. Beer over wine. Home over away. Family over everything. Jimmy is married to the love of his life, Tabby Bewley, a professor at Belmont University. Jimmy and Tabby head to the mountains, east or west, at every chance they get. Both being exercise fanatics, it makes for a great, energetic, loving relationship and partnership. They have two wonderful daughters, Jessi and Jenni. Two beautiful, young women actively building their own lives...

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