Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2021 
Sara M. Garner is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee. She has been recognized by Best Lawyers for her work in Health Care Law and Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants. Her practice focuses on representing health care providers, organizations, and professionals in legal matters involving health care regulation, medical malpractice defense, and related issues.
Sara works closely with clients to address complex legal challenges and provide practical guidance. Her experience includes defending medical professionals and health care entities in litigation as well as advising clients on regulatory and compliance matters affecting the health care industry. She also has experience with municipal law and matters involving public entities.
Before entering the legal profession, Sara served for five years with the Memphis Police Department as a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Officer. During her time with the department, she was also a competitive shooter with the Memphis Police Department Pistol Team. Her law enforcement background informs her approach to legal advocacy and problem-solving.
While attending law school, Sara gained experience through internships with the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, and the Office of Magistrate Judge Charmaine G. Claxton for the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee. These roles provided her with insight into federal litigation, government practice, and regulatory matters.
At Harris Shelton PLLC, Sara represents clients in matters involving Health Care Law and Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, serving health care professionals and organizations in Memphis and throughout Tennessee.
