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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...

Walter Neilsen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Walter practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Walter Neilsen since 2020. 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 Walter Neilsen is held by other lawyers.

Talley Wood brings a practical perspective and approach to counseling businesses, private equity and venture capital firms, and investors on a wide range of corporate and transactional matters. Her clear, actionable counsel is grounded in both her knowledge of the law and her understanding of each client’s unique goals, expectations, and risk tolerance. A talent for connecting and collaborating with people helps Talley facilitate complex transactions and develop productive working relat...

Jennifer S. Kiesewetter is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Litigation - ERISA. Jennifer S. practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Jennifer S. Kiesewetter since 2014. 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 Jennifer S. Kiesewetter is held by other lawyers.

Mike Vetter is an AV-rated trial lawyer and a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 General Civil Mediator in Spicer Rudstrom’s Nashville office . He is the Chair of the firm’s Products Liability Group, and his practice is also concentrated in property and casualty litigation, construction litigation, insurance coverage, bad faith, auto and uninsured motorist litigation, and premises liability. Mike is licensed to practice in Tennessee, Kentucky, California, and Missouri. A cum laude gr...

James L. Weatherly, Jr. is Special Counsel in the firm’s Nashville office. He has over 40 years of legal experience. Mr. Weatherly began his career with a focus on criminal law, resulting in his past election as the public defender for Metro Nashville-Davidson County, Tennessee. While his criminal law practice continues he has a strong concentration on family law. Mr. Weatherly has served as President of the Nashville Bar Association, the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyer...

Robert focuses his practice on mergers, acquisitions, real estate development and finance.

Shane G. Ramsey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation - Bankruptcy. Shane G. practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Shane G. Ramsey 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 Shane G. Ramsey is held b...

Ignacio De La Huerta is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Ignacio practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Ignacio De La Huerta since 2026. 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 Ignacio De La Huerta is held by other lawyers.

Mark Smith’s clients include hospitals, doctors and other health care providers throughout the state of Tennessee. He handles the defense of medical negligence claims and suits involving allegations of wrongful death and catastrophic injuries with the potential for significant financial exposure. Other practice areas include general, commercial, estate and appellate litigation, as well as high-exposure plaintiff’s personal injury cases. Mark has practiced law 32 years, including m...