James L. Kirby

James L. Kirby

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Awarded Practice Areas
Commercial Litigation Construction Law Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Awarded Practice Areas
Commercial Litigation Construction Law Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
James L. Kirby
James L. Kirby
Memphis, TN
Works at
Harris Shelton PLLC

32 Best Lawyers awards

Harris Shelton PLLC logo

Biography

James L. Kirby is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee. His practice focuses on complex civil disputes and professional liability matters, including Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, and Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs. He represents businesses, health care providers, professionals, and individuals in matters that involve significant financial and operational concerns.

Mr. Kirby regularly handles litigation in both state and federal courts, representing hospitals, physicians, and other professionals in medical malpractice and professional liability cases. His work also includes disputes involving business and corporate matters, construction projects, maritime issues, labor and employment matters, and workers’ compensation claims.

In addition to litigation, Mr. Kirby advises clients on risk management and strategies designed to reduce exposure to disputes before they arise. His practice often involves working with health care organizations, professionals, and businesses to address regulatory, operational, and liability concerns.

Through his work at Harris Shelton PLLC, Mr. Kirby provides legal counsel to clients throughout Memphis and across Tennessee, assisting them with the resolution of complex disputes and the protection of their professional and business interests.

Works at
Harris Shelton PLLC

32 Best Lawyers awards

Harris Shelton PLLC logo

Locations

Education

  • Union University, B.S., graduated 1971
  • University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, J.D., graduated 1976

Bar Admissions

  • Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association, 1976

Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court
  • United States Supreme Court
  • Sixth Circuit Court of Appeal

Affiliations

  • Memphis and Shelby County Bar Association - Member
  • Tennessee Bar Association - Member

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2016 - Construction Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Construction Law, Memphis (2016)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

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