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David R. Clay is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Finance Law, Health Care Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. David R. practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized David R. Clay since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which David R. Clay is held by other lawyers.

Chris Bowles is co-chair of Bradley’s Solar Energy Practice Group. He is an energy and economic development attorney practicing out of Bradley’s Nashville office. Chris regularly advises clients on the development and financing of energy and infrastructure projects, with an emphasis on renewable energy sources, helping them negotiate contracts and manage risk in each stage of a project’s development, including the real estate, tax and regulatory aspects of development and pr...

Eleanor McCulty is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law and Commercial Finance Law. Eleanor practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Eleanor McCulty since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Eleanor McCulty is held by other lawyers.

Charles W. (Chuck) Cagle is a shareholder member of the Education Law and Government Relations Practice Group and practices statewide from the Nashville office of the firm. The education law group represents over 70 public boards of education, private schools, charter schools, private universities and a private medical school. Mr. Cagle also serves as the general counsel for the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents (TOSS).

Gordon Nichols has three decades of experience in dealing with nearly every conceivable type of compensation and benefits situation. He represents employers, fiduciaries and service providers in connection with a myriad of tax, corporate, fiduciary, ESOP, employment and insurance matters. Gordon advises both large and small businesses (including professional service organizations) on issues related to the design, administration and termination of tax-qualified and non-qualified retirement pla...

Dale Bay is a shareholder in Lewis Thomason's Nashville office, where he previously served as managing shareholder for 20 years and was a founding member of the board of directors and compensation committee. Since joining the firm in 1984, Dale has focused on civil jury trial litigation in state and federal courts across Tennessee and the southeastern United States. Dale’s current litigation work primarily involves medical malpractice (Healthcare Liability), professional malpractice def...

Mark Stamelos represents businesses on their employment issues, including trade secret, non-compete and restrictive covenant disputes as well as defending employers against harassment, discrimination and retaliation claims. A stickler for responsiveness, Mark likes to visit businesses, study their processes, see the facilities and learn how people do their jobs. He has particular expertise helping clients protect their trade secrets and other valuable business interests. In addition, he provi...

Tyler Layne is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Health Care Law. Tyler practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Tyler Layne since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Tyler Layne is held by other lawyers.

Gayle Malone, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Gayle practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Gayle Malone, Jr. since 1997. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Gayle Malone, Jr. is held by other lawyers.

David has devoted his practice to fighting for the rights of the injured and aggrieved, representing individuals in personal injury and social security disability. A battle-tested litigator, he has tried more than 100 cases to verdict. Thanks to his legal prowess, work ethic, organization and passion for his clients, he has established an exceptional track record of success. A native of South Florida, David grew up fishing, boating, playing sports and spending entirely too much time in the su...