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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 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.
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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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Chat withState: Tennessee
Acquired: 2001
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State: Colorado
Acquired: 2008
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204 Fourth Ave S, Franklin, TN, 37064
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Posted by anonymous | March 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Do Not Use This Company
Ms. Harrington was a poor lawyer. After spending $4,000 for her services and getting nothing done, I had to spend an additional $1,500 simply to have her removed as my lawyer. Her company charged me $1,500 to file papers with the court instead of simply allowing me to do this like my past lawyer.
I am sorry you had a bad experience with the firm. Since you posted your review anonymously, I cannot look into your situation. If you will contact me directly I would be happy to investigate and do what I can to address your concerns.
Posted by anonymous | March 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
So grateful for Whitney!
We used Whitney for help with a custody and she did a great job. She was fair, honest and we adopted a lot of her suggestions into our new parenting plan. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Thank you for your kind review of my representation of you and your family. I was pleased to represent you, and hope that you know you and your friends and family may call upon me when I may be of assistance to any of you.
Posted by anonymous | March 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Caring and competent
Whitney was my attorney for my divorce this past year. I was totally lost and had no idea what to do. She immediately gave me the sense that I could rely on her, and let some of my worries go. It's hard to try to focus on details in such an emotional situation, I needed someone else I could depend...
Thank you very much for taking the time to write of my representation and your experience. I am very glad to have had the opportunity to work with you in your divorce matter, and I greatly appreciate the confidence you have shown in me by recommending me to others. Please call upon me when I may be of further service to you, your family, and friends.
Posted by Linda | March 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Professional, easy to work with
I consulted Ms Harrington in a child custody case. She was very helpful, responsive and professional. She did everything she could to make this situation as easy and comfortable as possible. I highly recommend her.
Thank you for your kind review of my representation, Linda. I was pleased to represent you, and I hope you know you can contact me again if you ever need further assistance.
Posted by anonymous | December 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
So Glad I Found Whitney!
Whitney is always prompt in her responses to questions and concerns I may have. When I have unexpected developments from my divorcing spouse, she is quick to provide council on how to best approach the situation. I have been very happy with Whitney. When we are in court or preparing for court I feel...
Thank you for your review, and your kind comments regarding my representation and work on your behalf. It was my pleasure to represent you, and I am glad that you were pleased with my help in what I know was a very difficult time in your life. I hope that you know you are welcome to call upon me when I can be of assistance to you and your family in the future.
"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."
"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."
"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."
"Whitney is an amazing attorney and very genuine and honest person. She is great to work with and well respected in the legal community."
"Whitney is a strong litigator and has a great reputation for her dedication to her clients. I recommend her."
"Whitney is very experienced and knowledgeable in the area of family law, and she's committed to providing excellent representation for her clients."
"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."
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2017 - Present
Attorney and Mediator, Harrington Law, PLLC
2010 - 2017
Senior Attorney, Cordell & Cordell, PC
2007 - 2008
Associate Attorney, Oates, Knezevich, Gardenswartz & Kelly
2006 - 2006
Associate Attorney, Scruggs, Sossaman & Thompson
2005 - 2005
Judicial Law Clerk, US District Court Western District of Tennessee
2002 - 2005
Associate Attorney, Law Office of Lisa Bowman
2001 - 2002
Associate, Spicer, Flynn & Rudstrom
2018 - Present
Middle Tennessee Collaborative Alliance
2018 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
2016 - Present
Williamson County Bar Association
2015 - Present
Tennessee John Marshall American Inn of Court
2015 - Present
Nashville Bar Association
2015 - Present
American Bar Association
2010 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association
2018 - 2019
Williamson County Bar AssociationSecretary
2010 - 2015
Memphis Bar Association
2014
Family Law Mediation
2001
J.D.
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Preparing Pleadings
2016
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