Samuel Morris

Mr. Less is the Chair of the Butler Snow Task Force for the Construction Industry and concentrates his practice in all aspects of Construction Law, including drafting and negotiating design contracts, construction contracts, and various other construction industry related agreements. He provides legal problem solving advice to clients while projects are under construction and represents clients in disputes, both in court and alternative dispute resolution.

Wendy Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Real Estate Law. Wendy practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Wendy Smith 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 Wendy Smith is held by other lawyers.

Lauren M. Fuchs is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Lauren M. practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Lauren M. Fuchs since 2023. 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 Lauren M. Fuchs is held by other lawyers.

Brad’s practice focuses on Insurance Law, Litigation – Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants, and Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers. In addition, he handles matters involving commercial litigation, insurance coverage, insurance defense, tort litigation, corporate and finance issues, receiverships, government relations, and consulting. He represents clients from Jackson, Tennessee and across the Southeast through his work with Rainey, Kizer, Revie...

Michael P. Coury is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Bankruptcy. Michael P. practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Michael P. Coury since 1993. 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 ...

Charles C. Drennon III is a Memphis, Tennessee attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC who has been recognized by Best Lawyers for his work in Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law . Charles “Chuck” Drennon brings more than 35 years of legal experience advising businesses, entrepreneurs, and organizations on a wide range of corporate and transactional matters. His practice focuses on Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law, with additional work involving entity formation...

James Cresswell, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Insurance. James practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized James Cresswell, Jr. since 2025. 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 Cresswell, Jr. is held by other lawyers.

Newton Anderson is the Managing Member of Spicer Rudstrom’s Memphis office. He also serves as the Chair of the firm’s Employment Law practice area. His practice handling various types of civil cases has taken him to all state and federal courts in West Tennessee and occasionally beyond. He advises corporate clients on business matters and has represented clients in landlord-tenant and other commercial real estate matters for more than 30 years. He has received an AV Preeminent rat...

Mary Margaret Petrinjak is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law, Health Care Law and Nonprofit / Charities Law. Mary Margaret practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Mary Margaret Petrinjak since 2023. 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 Mary Margaret Petrinjak is held by other lawyers.

Jason’s practice is focused on the representation of public and private companies, developers and lenders (and private equity sponsors) in finance, real estate and economic development matters, including infrastructure and utility-scale energy projects. He frequently represents companies that are expanding or relocating to Tennessee and has extensive experience with complex finance and economic development transactions, including transactions involving federal and state tax credits, pay...