Best Lawyers in Tennessee, United States for Litigation - Labor and Employment

Robert E. Boston is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Robert E., who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2003. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice ...

Courtney Leyes is a partner in the firm's Gulfport, Memphis and Nashville offices. She represents employers throughout Mississippi and the greater Memphis-metropolitan area, with particular focus on the burgeoning industrial areas in the northern part of the state. Courtney has experience representing employers in litigation related to discrimination and harassment in the workplace, in particular, federal jury trial experience. She also has experience representing employers on wage and hour i...

Tanja L. Thompson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Tanja L., 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 Tanja L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

David has nearly 30 years of experience practicing litigation in a variety of practice areas, including labor and employment, commercial, and products liability matters. A Fellow in the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers, he has particularly extensive experience in non-compete and trade secret matters. David is recognized in Chambers USA and other publications.

Jon Harris is a trusted counselor to employers in all aspects of their labor and employment law needs. He also spends a significant amount of his practice defending companies in data privacy class actions. Jon has gained repeated recognition for his responsiveness and problem-solving prowess. Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, Jon tailors solutions to a client’s business needs and risk tolerance. Jon is known as a strategic advisor and zealous advocate in employment matters, incl...

Aubrey B. Greer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Aubrey B., who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Aubrey B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal pract...

Leigh Anne is the Managing Partner of the Nashville office of Sanford Heisler Sharp. Since joining Sanford Heisler Sharp, Leigh Anne has been recognized in the legal community as a Mid-South Rising Star by Super Lawyers, was named one of the Top 40 Under 40 Lawyers in Tennessee by the National Trial Lawyers Association, and was recognized in the 2021 and 2022 edition of The Best Lawyers in America “Ones to Watch” in the field of Employment Law – Individuals. At Sanford Heisl...

Paige Lyle counsels clients from corporations and governmental entities to small family-owned businesses on the day to day legal ramifications of managing a workforce. A seasoned litigator with a fierce commitment to her clients, Paige has a broad base of legal experience that makes her an irreplaceable asset to any litigation team. Paige understands that litigation can be alarming and uncomfortable for clients. To make the process as smooth as possible, she strives to be accessible and respo...

Mollie is a Senior Associate who is known for being both relatable and available to her clients. Mollie defends employers against a variety of claims, including discrimination, harassment, and retaliation under Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act, as well as claims brought under the Fair Labor Standards Act. She also has a focus in the area of traditional labor law, assisting clients in a variety of matters including collective bargaining negot...

Hilary Dennen is a member of the firm’s Litigation, Labor and Employment, and Estate Planning and Probate Sections. As a litigation attorney in Nashville, her practice focuses in the areas of complex civil litigation, employment litigation, trust and estate litigation, and immigration. Hilary received her law degree in 2017 from Belmont University College of Law where she received the Best Performance Award in Alternative Dispute Resolution. She received her undergraduate and master&rsq...

Kaitlyn Hansen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Kaitlyn, 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 Kaitlyn is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jonathan Tepe is a Partner at Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, a Co-Chair of the firm’s Public Interest Litigation Practice Group, and the Chair of the firm’s Fellows and Junior Associates Program. Since joining Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, Jonathan has been recognized in the legal community as a Mid-South Rising Star by Super Lawyers and on Benchmark Litigation’s 40 and Under List – South. At Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, Jonathan’s practice has focused on p...

Elena Mosby is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Elena, who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elena is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Eric C. Lyons is an associate in Barton’s Nashville office. Eric represents businesses and individual clients in all stages of litigation across a broad range of civil matters such as labor and employment suits, non-compete and trade secret enforcement, bet-the-company litigation, disputes between corporate officers, directors, and shareholders, and general civil litigation defense—as well as advising clients on compliance and risk mitigation outside of the courtroom. Eric has rep...

Stephen C. Stovall is a Senior Counsel in Buchalter’s Nashville office. Stephen’s practice focuses on labor and employment law, representing corporations and individual business clients. Stephen is highly skilled in the preparation of employee policies and litigation avoidance advice as well as intensive litigation defense. He is well-versed in traditional labor matters and often assists clients with labor arbitrations, unfair labor practice charges, and union avoidance training. ...

Sarah V. Belchic is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Sarah V., who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sarah V. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.