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Louis Britt is the Regional Managing Partner for FordHarrison's Memphis, Nashville and Dallas offices. He concentrates his practice on employment litigation and advice, representing private and public employers in a broad range of employment matters. Louis handles employment discrimination and harassment cases (Title VII, ADA, ADEA and FMLA), wage/hour matters, enforcement and defense of restrictive covenants contained in employment agreements, and employment-related torts. He is experienced ...

Elizabeth S. Alrutz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Elizabeth S. practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Elizabeth S. Alrutz 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 Elizabeth S. Alrutz is held by other lawyers.

Mr. Clark is licensed in Tennessee and Kentucky and maintains a general civil trial practice with a focus primarily on medical malpractice defense. He serves on the firm's Board of Directors and is chair of the firm's Healthcare Practice Group. He has tried numerous civil lawsuits to verdict, and he has briefed and argued cases before the Tennessee Court of Appeals and the Tennessee Supreme Court. Mr. Clark is a Rule 31 Listed General Civil Mediator.

Amber Isom-Thompson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Amber practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Amber Isom-Thompson 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 Amber Isom-Thompson is held by other lawyers.

Joshua B. Lawhead is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Government Relations Practice and Real Estate Law. Joshua B. practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Joshua B. Lawhead 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 Joshua B. Lawhead is held by other lawyers.

Paul Edwards represents real estate developers, investors, family corporations, and lending institutions. Mr. Edwards's main focus is transactional work, concentrating on corporate and real estate law. Recent representation matters as lead counsel: Negotiated and structured sale of $115 million company Advised company in regulatory matters with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Lender counsel in $30 million asset-based loan in Florida Negotiation and sale of multiple shopping centers througho...

James B. (Jimmy) Jalenak is an attorney in Memphis, Tennessee with Harris Shelton PLLC . For more than 50 years, he has represented individuals, businesses, and developers in matters involving Real Estate Law and business transactions. His practice focuses on guiding clients through the acquisition, development, financing, and leasing of commercial real estate projects throughout the Memphis area and beyond. He has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for his work in the legal profe...

Melody focuses her practice on data privacy and security and commercial litigation. She advises clients on data security protection, data breach response and litigation, and privacy compliance.

Mr. Vescovo, a shareholder in the firm’s Memphis office, practices in the area of civil litigation, handling matters in state and federal courts. He has defended claims involving employment law, medical malpractice, product liability, and workers’ compensation. Mr. Vescovo is an experienced trial attorney and a regular speaker on trial practice. He has tried over 135 jury cases to verdict in state and federal courts.

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...