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Rick Nickels is a member of the firm’s Tax and Trusts and Estates practice groups. Rick practices at the intersection of business, tax and estate planning. A significant portion of his practice involves advising private companies and their owners, directors and executives on an array of state and federal tax, governance and corporate matters. Rick regularly assists with matters ranging from early-stage structure and funding to mid-stage buyouts and divorces to late-stage exits. He has s...

Dominick R. Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Dominick R., who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Dominick R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mike Roberts has broad legal experience in a variety of business transactions, including loan transactions, the leasing and acquisition of real property, acquisition and disposition of private companies and venture capital transactions. The primary focus of his practice in recent years is the representation of lenders and borrowers in secured lending transactions. Mike also regularly acts as local counsel on multi-state loan transactions, advising on Tennessee indebtedness tax and providing l...

Beth Evans Vessel is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Antitrust Law, Health Care Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Beth Evans practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Beth Evans Vessel since 2019. 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 Beth Evans Vessel is held by other lawyers.

Brian C. Mayberry is a respected attorney with extensive experience in Nonprofit / Charities Law, Tax Law, and Trusts and Estates. He serves clients in Nashville, Tennessee at Holton & Mayberry PC. Throughout his legal career, Brian C. has been honored since 2013, a testament to his dedication and service in the legal community. His recognition is based on a comprehensive peer-review survey that highlights the respect he has earned among fellow attorneys in his practice areas. Brian C.'s ...

James B. Bristol is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Employment Law - Management, Litigation - ERISA and Tax Law. James B. practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized James B. Bristol since 2009. 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 James B. Bristol is held by other ...

James G. Thomas is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. James G. practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized James G. Thomas since 2016. 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 James G. Thomas is held by other lawyers.

Brad W. Craig is a shareholder based in the Nashville office of Lewis Thomason, bringing a wealth of experience as a seasoned litigator. With a focus on representing a diverse clientele, including large corporations, small businesses, and individuals, Mr. Craig adeptly handles a wide range of civil litigation matters. His areas of expertise encompass high exposure casualty defense, employment and discrimination issues, professional liability, transportation, and products liability, and he is ...

Tom Russell represents clients in the areas of governmental liability, civil rights defense, personal injury and business litigation. He represents the interests of municipalities, government entities and school boards on tort liability claims, wrongful death suits, personal injury and civil rights claims. Tom’s experience in personal injury defense includes motor vehicle, premises liability and construction accidents. Tom is dedicated to designing tangible solutions to even the most co...

Tom Trent has experience in all areas of real estate transactions, including industrial development and economic incentives, leasing, corporate, joint venture, partnership and limited liability company law, and tax-exempt finance. Tom represents clients regionally and nationally, including major manufacturing companies, corporate users of commercial real estate, institutional investors, developers and lenders, and a number of foreign corporations. With more than 30 years of experience in real...