Carl Wyatt

Chip is a member of Butler Snow’s Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices & Healthcare Group, where he focuses his practice on health-related matters, including representation of pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers in multidistrict product liability litigations, consolidated state proceedings, individual cases in state and federal courts, and large mass tort matters. He is also actively involved in our Trucking Litigation group, representing both local and over-the-road carriers...

Paul E. Prather represents management exclusively in all areas of employment and labor relations, including state and federal employment litigation and in administrative proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the United States Department of Labor.

Richard Nichol concentrates his practice in the areas of corporate law and business transactions as well as federal and state taxation. Richard also has extensive experience representing local, regional and national lenders in real estate and asset-based loan transactions. He has been involved in: the structuring of new businesses mergers, spin-offs and sales acquisitions involving corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies. His taxation experience includes not only tax planni...

Charles M. Merkel, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Charles M. practices law in Clarksdale, Mississippi Best Lawyers has recognized Charles M. Merkel, Jr. since 1989. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. T...

J. Matthew Kirby is a partner with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee . He began working with the firm while attending law school and has continued to build his practice representing businesses and institutions in a wide range of legal matters. His work frequently involves advising healthcare providers and other organizations on disputes, regulatory obligations, and day‑to‑day legal issues. Matthew’s practice includes Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers, professiona...

David E. Goodman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law, Litigation - Insurance and Municipal Law. David E. practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized David E. Goodman since 2023. 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 E. Goodman is held by other lawyers.

Robert J. Pinstein is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Robert J. practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Robert J. Pinstein since 2015. 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 Robert J. Pinstein is held by other lawyers.

Scott B. Peatross is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Scott B. practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Scott B. Peatross since 2018. 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 Scott B. Peatross is held by other lawyers.

Richard Underwood ’s litigation practice concentrates in the areas of general civil litigation, commercial, employment, and personal injury litigation. He has represented clients throughout the South. Mr. Underwood has tried more than 150 jury trials to verdict and has tried cases in Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, Kentucky, Missouri and Georgia, in both state and federal courts. He has tried all types of cases, including employment (age, race, and sex discrimination), wrongful termin...

John I. Houseal, Jr., concentrates his practice in the areas of litigation, including health care and construction. In addition, his practice also focuses on compliance, ERISA, and insurance coverage. A significant portion of his practice involves representing clients regarding compliance with federal and state laws, as well as in the litigation of construction related issues. Practice includes: State and Federal Court Litigation Construction Litigation ERISA Litigation and Consultation Antit...