Jessica A. Benton

Wendy Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Real Estate Law. Wendy, who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Wendy is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jonathan E. Kaplan has devoted his entire career to representing management clients exclusively in all areas of labor relations, employment law, and human resources management. His practice spans litigation, training, and consulting, in which he has handled matters in more than 40 states and Canada. Jonathan practices extensively before the NLRB across the country, and also has been admitted specially to practice before the state courts in California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Mic...

Bill Nichol concentrates his practice in the areas of estate planning, the drafting of wills and trusts, and probate and estate administration. He also has been involved in succession planning for closely held and family-owned businesses as well as general corporate transactions. From 2007 to 2010, he served on the board of trustees of his alma mater, the University of the South. Mr. Nichol was recently selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2019 in the field of Tr...

Charles F. Newman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Environmental Law, First Amendment Law, Litigation - Environmental and Litigation - First Amendment. Charles F., who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 1991. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Charles F. is held by other top lawyers in the same...

Bachelors Degree (Magna Cum Laude) from Vanderbilt University at age 19 in 1986 Graduate of the University of Chicago School of Law in 1990 Attorney at Waller Lansden Dortch and Davis, Nashville’s largest law firm (1990-1994) Ranked 6th best immigration lawyer in the world by Who's Who in Corporate Immigration Law, the research arm of the International Bar Association and the ABA International Section. Member of American Immigration Lawyers Association (1990 to present) Past Chairman, T...

Greg Grisham has over 25 years of successful experience counseling and representing employers in all aspects of workplace law in Tennessee and across the United States. He has helped employers avoid claims, charges and lawsuits with a focus on preventative practices. Preventative practices include counseling in situations involving discipline, termination, demotion, promotion and other workplace changes in the terms and conditions of employment, harassment investigations, wage and hour compli...

Patricia “Tricia” Adrian is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee. She advises businesses, developers, lenders, and property owners on a wide range of transactional matters, with a practice that includes Real Estate Law , economic development projects, mergers and acquisitions , and commercial transactions. Known for a practical and approachable style, Tricia works closely with clients to navigate complex deals and move transactions forward efficiently. A sign...

Joe is an AV-Rated attorney in our Tax and Business Services Groups. With extensive background in estate and trust planning and tax, he was named (1 of 3 Tennessee Lawyers) in J.K. Lasser’s book, Estate Planning for Baby Boomers and Retirees.

Amber Isom-Thompson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Amber, who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Amber is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Will’s practice includes banking and creditor relations, corporate and finance matters, and Real Estate Law, with a significant focus on Trusts and Estates, estate planning, probate, and elder law. He regularly works with individuals, families, and businesses in Jackson, Tennessee and throughout the surrounding region, providing practical guidance on transactions, property matters, and long-term planning. To help clients, CPAs, and fellow attorneys stay informed, Will publishes a monthl...