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Civil Rights Lawyers Serving Tennessee

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Civil Rights law in Tennessee covers discrimination, police misconduct, First Amendment violations, voting rights, and civil liberties. When these legal matters arise, having the right attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome. Tennessee has its own statutes, court procedures, and legal standards that apply specifically to civil rights cases, and attorneys who practice in Circuit Court regularly understand the nuances that affect how these matters are resolved.

The statute of limitations for civil rights matters in Tennessee is generally 1 year (one of the shortest in the US), though specific deadlines vary by case type. Cases proceed through Circuit Court, and Tennessee's state laws may provide protections or requirements that differ from federal standards. The Tennessee Bar Association sets the professional standards for practitioners, and attorneys who focus on civil rights in Tennessee bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

When selecting a civil rights attorney in Tennessee, consider their specific experience with cases like yours, their familiarity with Circuit Court procedures, and their track record. The attorneys listed on this page serve clients throughout Tennessee and have profiles that include their credentials, practice areas, office locations, and client reviews. Comparing multiple attorneys helps you find the right fit for your situation and budget.

For a detailed overview of how civil rights law works in Tennessee — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to civil rights law in Tennessee. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

Seamus Kelly - Attorney
Seamus Kelly
0/5 (0 reviews)
Music City Law, PLLC
 1033 Demonbreun Street Suite 300 Nashville TN 37203
(615) 200-0682
Vanderbilt University Law School (2010)
English
Bar #032202
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Antitrust Law Appeals & Appellate Business Law
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Todd G. Cole - Attorney
Todd G. Cole
0/5 (0 reviews)
Cole Law Group, PC
 1648 Westgate Cir #301 Brentwood TN 37027
(615) 490-6020
Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University (2004)
Danish, English
6th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Business Law
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David Louis Raybin - Attorney
David Louis Raybin
0/5 (0 reviews)
Raybin & Weissman, P.C.
 424 Church St Suite 2200, Fifth Third Center Nashville TN 37219
(615) 256-6666
University of Tennessee College of Law (1973)
Bar #003385
6th Circuit Bar
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Criminal Law DUI & DWI
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Douglas B. Janney III - Attorney
Douglas B. Janney III
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Douglas B. Janney III
 5115 Maryland Way Brentwood TN 37027
(615) 742-5900
Ohio Northern University (1997)
English
6th Circuit Bar
Active License
Business Law Civil Rights Employment Law
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Alexis Irene Tahinci - Attorney
Alexis Irene Tahinci
0/5 (0 reviews)
Tahinci Law Office PLLC
 105 Ford Ave Suite 3 Kingsport TN 37663
(423) 406-1151
Pennsylvania State University - Dickinson School of Law (2007)
Bar #031808
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Employment Law Personal Injury
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Margaret Held - Attorney
Margaret Held
0/5 (0 reviews)
Held Law Office
 1522 Highland Ave Knoxville TN 37916
(865) 637-6550
Bar #018033
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Divorce Elder Law
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James Bryan Moseley - Attorney
James Bryan Moseley
0/5 (0 reviews)
 237 Castlewood Drive Suite D Murfreesboro TN 37129
(615) 254-0140
University of Tennessee College of Law (1997)
Bar #021236
6th Circuit Bar
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Personal Injury
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Quinton E. Thompson - Attorney
Quinton E. Thompson
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Quinton Thompson Law Office, PLC
 119 S. Main St 500 Memphis TN 38103
(901) 322-8737
Vanderbilt University Law School (2012)
English
Bar #034468
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Civil Rights Criminal Law
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Christopher Hunter Jones - Attorney
Christopher Hunter Jones
0/5 (0 reviews)
 707 Georgia Avenue suite 403 Chattanooga TN 37402
42348670204867020
Baylor University
English
Bar #025003
Oklahoma Bar
Active License
Verified
Agricultural Law Civil Rights Criminal Law
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Samuel John Schiller - Attorney
Samuel John Schiller
0/5 (0 reviews)
 4113 Cumby Rd 200 Cookeville TN 38501
University of Tulsa College of Law (2002)
Bar #021810
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Insurance Defense Personal Injury
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John Kirk Banks - Attorney
John Kirk Banks
0/5 (0 reviews)
 641 E Elk Ave Elizabethton TN 37643
(423) 543-3100
University of Tennessee College of Law (1973)
Bar #001204
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Real Estate Law Social Security Disability
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Andrew Vincent Sellers - Attorney
Andrew Vincent Sellers
0/5 (0 reviews)
 45 Murray Guard Dr Jackson TN 38305
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (1998)
Bar #019586
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Civil Rights Insurance Defense
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Fred Collins - Attorney
Fred Collins
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1066 S MAIN ST,PO BOX 679 MILAN TN 38358
(731) 686-8355
Vanderbilt University Law School (1969)
Tennessee Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Civil Rights Insurance Defense
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Lisa Ann Hanson - Attorney
Lisa Ann Hanson
0/5 (0 reviews)
 633 Chestnut St Chattanooga TN 37450
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School (2005)
Bar #024036
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Medical Malpractice Products Liability
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Jeffrey Mark Ward - Attorney
Jeffrey Mark Ward
0/5 (0 reviews)
 230 WEST DEPOT ST,PO BOX 1060 GREENEVILLE TN 37744
(423) 639-6811
University of Tennessee College of Law (1993)
Bar #016329
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Insurance Defense Medical Malpractice
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Thomas Faro Ventimiglia - Attorney
Thomas Faro Ventimiglia
0/5 (0 reviews)
 6834 Indian Creek Rd McEwen TN 37101
Wayne State University Law School (1976)
Bar #004985
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Personal Injury Social Security Disability
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