Striving to preserve civility and respect during the divorce process, Whitney educates her clients about the legal process, working closely with them to ensure they understand their options and rights so to empower them in making the best decisions for the future health of their family. Her goal is to serve each client individually, striving to find real-life workable solutions for the families she serves, realizing that a marriage might be over but a family still stands.Many times, the best approach requires taking the decision-making power out of the judge’s hands and squarely putting it back into the hands of clients, those who know what their families need the most, in collaborative divorce or mediation. Sometimes, that's not possible and the case has to be taken to a courtroom.
Having practiced domestic relations in Tennessee for nearly than a decade and a half, Whitney offers clients a skillful blend of trial and courtroom experience with a cultivated understanding that litigation isn't best for each family.
Whitney is a two-time University of Memphis graduate; she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1998 and her Juris Doctorate from the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law in 2001. Whitney served as an extern to U.S. Magistrate Judge Diane Vescovo while in law school, and as a clerk to U.S. District Court Judge Daniel Breen following law school. She began her domestic relations career in Chattanooga, working as an associate in an established family law office. Returning home after spending a few years in Colorado, Whitney worked at an national domestic relations litigation firm in Memphis and Franklin before starting her own practice in downtown Franklin.
She has been admitted to practice law in Tennessee since 2001, in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee since 2006 and in Colorado since 2008 (currently inactive).
Whitney has practiced domestic relations exclusively since 2010, and she is a Rule 31 Listed Family Law Mediator.
Current memberships include:
She also has served on the Boards of Directors for the University of Memphis Band Alumni Association and for DuBose Episcopal Conference Center.
Whitney enjoys living in her husband's hometown of Franklin with their two small children. In her free time, she loves fantasy football and her Memphis Tigers.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CO | Inactive | 2008 | 11/10/2020 |
TN | Active | 2001 | 02/16/2021 |
Legal answers | 123 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney and Mediator | Harrington Law, PLLC | 2017 - Present |
Senior Attorney | Cordell & Cordell, PC | 2010 - 2017 |
Associate Attorney | Oates, Knezevich, Gardenswartz & Kelly | 2007 - 2008 |
Associate Attorney | Scruggs, Sossaman & Thompson | 2006 - 2006 |
Judicial Law Clerk | US District Court Western District of Tennessee | 2005 - 2005 |
Associate Attorney | Law Office of Lisa Bowman | 2002 - 2005 |
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Associate | Spicer, Flynn & Rudstrom | 2001 - 2002 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Middle Tennessee Collaborative Alliance | N/A | 2018 - Present |
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals | N/A | 2018 - Present |
Williamson County Bar Association | N/A | 2016 - Present |
Tennessee John Marshall American Inn of Court | N/A | 2015 - Present |
Nashville Bar Association | N/A | 2015 - Present |
American Bar Association | N/A | 2015 - Present |
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Tennessee Bar Association | N/A | 2010 - Present |
Williamson County Bar Association | Secretary | 2018 - 2019 |
Memphis Bar Association | N/A | 2010 - 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Jocelyn Wurzburg Mediation Training | Family Law Mediation | 2014 |
University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law | J.D. | 2001 |
University of Memphis | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Tennessee Family Law Practice for Paralegals | Preparing Pleadings | 2017 |
Name that Legal Tune | Redneck Crazy - Stalking in Tennessee | 2016 |
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Donna Green, Family Attorney on Feb 17, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I had a divorce case against another lawyer. Whitney took over the case from that lawyer, and completely turned the case around. Where it appeared that our clients were inevitably destined for a contentious trial, her sound legal advice and strong negotiation skills quickly resulted in a favorable settlement that saved both clients thousands in unnecessary legal fees. Although I have not used her yet as a mediator, I expect that her demonstrated ability to see the big picture and think outside the box for win-win solutions will serve her well in that role.
Erin Nations, Family Attorney on Sep 8, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have worked as opposing counsel with Ms. Harrington and have found her to be hard-working, trustworthy, and extremely knowledgeable. I endorse her with no reservations.
Chadwick Hayes, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 6, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
II've known Whitney since we were in college together. We have also been opposing counsel on some divorce cases. She is an excellent attorney and one of the smartest and most savvy attorneys that I have worked with in my 12 years of family law practice.
Donna Green, Family Attorney on Feb 17, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I had a divorce case against another lawyer. Whitney took over the case from that lawyer, and completely turned the case around. Where it appeared that our clients were inevitably destined for a contentious trial, her sound legal advice and strong negotiation skills quickly resulted in a favorable settlement that saved both clients thousands in unnecessary legal fees. Although I have not used her yet as a mediator, I expect that her demonstrated ability to see the big picture and think outside the box for win-win solutions will serve her well in that role.
Lori Holyfield, Family Attorney on Feb 7, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Whitney is a great lawyer. She's tough and stubborn, but in a good way, and very smart!
Sarah Turner, Family Attorney on Jan 25, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Whitney is an amazing attorney and very genuine and honest person. She is great to work with and well respected in the legal community.
Jessica Thomas, Family Attorney on Jan 25, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Whitney is an excellent litigator. Always prepared and well respected in the family law arena.
Whitney is a strong litigator and has a great reputation for her dedication to her clients. I recommend her.
Susan Hinsley, Family Attorney on Jan 5, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Emily Long, Family Attorney on Dec 1, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Whitney is very experienced and knowledgeable in the area of family law, and she's committed to providing excellent representation for her clients.
Mary Yarbrough, Family Attorney on Jan 28, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Whitney since she and I were students at the University of Memphis law school. As a fellow law student, Whitney impressed me with her detailed preparation and excellent grasp of the many complex issues we were learning about for the first time. As an attorney, Whitney has continued to impress me with her legal expertise and her excellent case preparation, but more importantly with the professional manner in which she interacts with other lawyers, clients and judges.