Represented owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in complex construction disputes involving contract, defect, delay, and indemnity claims Successfully argued dispositive motions and represented clients in state and federal trial and pretrial proceedings Managed Continue Reading
Jacob “Jake” M. Spindler Experience
Assists clients with the preparation of various estate planning documents, including wills, revocable trust agreements, and powers of attorney Advises high-net-worth families, family offices, and individuals on estate and tax planning techniques and specialized irrevocable trusts, such as Continue Reading
Stephen L. Muhonen Experience
Representation of owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in construction disputes Representation of individuals and businesses in breach of contract disputes Continue Reading
Megan L. “Meg” Williams Experience
Negotiated and drafted hundreds of leases for large commercial retail leasing portfolios on behalf of national and international retailers, supporting expansion efforts across multiple markets and property types Represented several multicenter shopping centers owners in all aspects of Continue Reading
Jennifer K. Vessels
Evaluation and revision of compliance programs and policies Advising physicians and physician practices on employment-related matters Advising health care clients with respect to Stark, Anti-Kickback, and other fraud and compliance issues Advising clients with respect to state and Continue Reading
Theresa L. Critchfield Experience
Favorably settled an interstate commerce dispute involving Tennessee Consumer Protection Act claims, alleged unfair and deceptive trade practices, and viability of arbitrable claims Successfully negotiated contract for purchase of 400+/- acres, including resolution surrounding existing Continue Reading
Susie Lodico Experience
Represented multiple commercial landowners in complex litigation against a railroad involving property rights that could have reshaped Tennessee law governing railroad fee simple ownership Advised and litigated on behalf of clients regarding the enforcement of city ordinances to ensure Continue Reading
Aleksei Smith Experience
Represented a commercial landlord in the acquisition of four mall properties, handling lease diligence, title and survey review, and preparation of closing documents Prepared lease amendments, estoppel certificates, and subordination, non-disturbance, and attornment agreements Continue Reading
Lisa Kiner Experience
Participated in the representation of a $300 million corporate buyout, including Section 280G golden parachute provisions and shareholder approval processes, contributing expertise in complex restructuring and sale transactions Structured tax-efficient exit strategies for multiple business Continue Reading
Daniel Cole Experience
Successfully represented a North Carolina State University Professor through complex patent prosecution challenges, responding to office actions and securing a patent on Lignin Nanoparticles in a cost-effective manner Represented Zavation, a medical device company, in patent drafting and Continue Reading