Chapter 11 bankruptcy is the primary reorganization tool for businesses in Tennessee — from small LLCs to large corporations. It allows a debtor to remain in possession of assets while developing a court-approved plan to restructure obligations, renegotiate leases, and continue operations. Find 18+ experienced Chapter 11 attorneys in Tennessee below.
Showing 1–18 of 18 Chapter 11 Bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee
William Eugene Maddox Jr.
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent). 31 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1995). Awards: Knoxville Top Attorneys - 2021, Distinguished - 2020, Knoxville Top Attorneys - 2020.
Justin Thomas Hayden
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.3/10 (Excellent). 18 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (2017), Tennessee (2008). Awards: Rising Star - 2021, Rising Star - 2020, Rising Star - 2019.
Michael Patrick Coury
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.5/10 (Superb). 46 years of experience. Bar admissions: Mississippi (2011), Tennessee (1980). Awards: Memphis Lawyer of the Year - Bankruptcy Litigation - 2014, Top 50 Lawyers in Memphis - 2013, Memphis Lawyer of the Year - Bankruptcy/Insolvency &Reorg. Law - 2012.
Ryan Edward Jarrard
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.2/10 (Excellent). 21 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2005). Awards: Top Attorney - 2017.
Susan Rebecca Limor
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.8/10 (Very Good). 39 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1987).
Preston Wilson
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.2/10 (Excellent). 51 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1976), Mississippi (1974).
Brent Travis Strunk
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 23 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2003).
Henry E. Hildebrand
Henry E. Hildebrand at Dunham Hildebrand Payne Waldron, PLLC has handled 3 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
JEFFREY S GRASL
JEFFREY S GRASL at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP has handled 2 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
AUSTIN LENOY MCMULLEN
AUSTIN LENOY MCMULLEN at Dept of Justice Office of US Trustee has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
REBECCA JO YIELDING
REBECCA JO YIELDING at Dunham Hildebrand Payne Waldron, PLLC has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
KEITH L. EDMISTON
KEITH L. EDMISTON at Edmiston Law Firm, PLLC has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Thomas Lynn Tarpy
Thomas Lynn Tarpy at Tarpy, Cox, Fleishmann, & Leveille, PLLC has handled 5 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
Kelli Danielle Holmes
Kelli Danielle Holmes at Tarpy, Cox, Fleishman & Leveille, PLLC has handled 4 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
Amanda M. Stofan
Amanda M. Stofan at Farinash & Stofan has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Jerome C. Payne
Jerome C. Payne at Payne Law Firm has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Curtis D. Johnson, Jr.
Curtis D. Johnson, Jr. at Law Office of Johnson and Brown, P.C. has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Alexander Sergey Koval
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent). 16 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2010). Awards: Rising Star - 2017, Rising Star - 2016, Rising Star - 2013.
Business reorganization bankruptcy for corporations, partnerships, and high-debt individuals. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across Tennessee and can help you understand whether Chapter 11 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy attorney in Tennessee, look for someone with specific experience in federal bankruptcy court proceedings, a track record of successful case outcomes, and transparent fee structures. Many attorneys listed here offer free initial consultations.
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