William Philip Holloway

William Philip Holloway

also known as Will Holloway

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Franklin, TN
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

517 Cummins St, Franklin, TN

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

Your children are your most important asset. To make sure your parenting schedule is fair to both parents, call Attorney Holloway today for a case evaluation.

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Child Support 20%

Perhaps the most important decision a Court can make involves the custody and well-being of a child. Attorney Holloway has years of experience in front of many judges presenting these types of issues. Give a call.

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Divorce and Separation 20%

Divorce can be an emotionally frightening experience. Attorney Holloway's goal is to help you understand the different phases of a divorce and what to expect should you ever go through one. Let Attorney Holloway help, give him a call.

17 years

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Family 20%

Attorney Holloway is a premier family law attorney that can help you with your family legal needs. He has over a decade of experience helping people in Tennessee through their family issues. Give him a call now.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 425-425 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 16 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2010

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Location

Fort, Holloway, & Saylor, LLC

517 Cummins St, Franklin, TN, 37064

Fort, Holloway, & Rogers, LLC

103 Berrywood Dr, Columbia, TN, 38401

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William Philip Holloway's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

Posted by Shakhnoza | August 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A compassionate lawyer with top notch communication.

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Holloway during a difficult and emotionally taxing divorce. From the very first consultation, he made me feel comfortable, listened to my concerns, and provided the clarity that I needed in order to proceed. Initially I contacted several divorce attorneys at... Avvo.com because I was stuck overseas during Covid-19. ONLY Mr. Holloway and one other female attorney replied to my message. His professionalism and responsiveness really stood out to me. He kept me informed every step of the way and answered all my questions promptly. His legal expertise was evident throughout the entire process, and I always felt like I was in good hands. Thanks to William and his paralegal September, my divorce was handled as smoothly as possible, and the outcome was favorable for my situation. Mr. Holloway goes beyond legal advice to understand a client's situation, fears, and distress, creating a supportive environment. Thank God, I met Mr. Holloway who made a positive impact on my life. I highly recommend Mr. Holloway to anyone who needs compassionate and skilled legal representation during such a challenging time.

Posted by Dee | May 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

PHENOMENAL LAWYER!!

Will Holloway and his team were amazing. They assisted me and fought for me through the process of my case. Not only did they work on my case and help me win even more than I expected, Will and his team showed genuine concern for my well-being through a very difficult and stressful time. The thing th...at stood out to me the most about Will was that he told me early on that he felt I had a very strong case with the honest truth and facts of my story, and he was right. Thank you Will and team for not only helping me win, but begin the process of putting my life back together again.

Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Would Not Recommend Based on my Experience

It's been over 3 years since Will Holloway represented me in mediation for my divorce. I waited to write a review because I did not want to be coming from an emotional place. However, after the time and opportunity to talk to other women who have gone through divorces, I believe I was poorly misinf...ormed and misrepresented and the ramifications are staggering. I came to mediation ALONE, Will said the law prevented me from bringing anyone. Not true. At the time, I was a mom and part-time substitute teacher. My husband worked in the music industry as an executive and made a lot of money. However, at the end of the day, he was awarded 37.5% of my IRA, and I was given the "privilege" of paying off 50% of his credit card bills used to furnish his new life. We went so late in the day, the office's support staff had left and Will had me type up the changes made to the document. While he laughed with the opposing attorney and mediator in the hallway. I just wanted to get out of there and fall apart. The last thing Will said to me after all of his negotiating was; "your daughter gets to keep her 529 college savings account." REALLY? I'm sure Will is probably a nice guy, buy when you're dealing with something this important, you can certainly do better by hiring someone else. I wish I had.

Posted by anonymous | January 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

First time hiring an attorney - Will is THE BEST!

Divorce was not something I wanted. Of course, nothing I ever hoped or planned for. I was hurt, sad and scared of what was to come. And now I had to take the huge task of finding the best divorce attorney in Williamson County. When it was time, I took the recommendation of meeting Will Holloway from... one of my dearest friends. Thank goodness she was on point. I was very direct and organized with Will and he never once let me down. His communication skills were impeccable and timely. His willingness to get what I wanted done in my time frame was met at every way. I never doubted any information or advice he gave me. I always felt he had my best interests at hand with the utmost sincerity and efficiency. At our final meeting, after the divorce was finalized, Will gave me his final “talk” and it was what I describe as a “pep talk”. His words were kind and insightful. I have to admit there was a small part of me that was sad that I would no longer be meeting with Will again. I found his services to be extremely professional, helpful and most importantly, genuine.

Posted by Mark | July 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Guidance When You Need It Most

After 21 years of marriage, I found myself in an unwanted divorce. I interviewed a total of five local attorneys in the Franklin area, but knew after my first meeting with Will, he would be the attorney to represent me. You will not find a better attorney who will take the time to understand your i...ndividual circumstances and navigate you through potentially one of the most stressful and emotional events of your life, especially when there are children involved. He will give you sound advice and offer a common-sense strategy to get you through the divorce while you’re in the maelstrom of emotions that can cloud your judgement. Will was fully engaged from the beginning to the end. In my particular case, there was an affair involved but instead of making that the central theme, Will directed my focus on the best outcome for my children and me. He explained right from the start there are basically two paths to pursue in a divorce; one is contested and the other is uncontested. In the end, both yield the same results with a divorce decree but the emotional toll and cost would be dramatically different. He is very conscientious of your needs and will not frivolously spend your money. This is what sets Will apart from anyone else you’re considering for representation; he genuinely cares about your ability to move forward with your life post-divorce. Trust me when I tell you this will make a huge difference once the dust settles. I am so grateful for Will’s guidance throughout the entire process and completely satisfied with the outcome. I highly recommend his professional services without any hesitations.

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William Philip Holloway's Lawyer Endorsements

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Cameron Hoffmeyer

Child custody lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Strong advocate, worthy adversary, consummate professional. Will would be my first call if my wife divorces me."

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Phil Newman

Family lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had several cases with Will in which he was the opposing counsel. He worked hard for his clients and represented them with honesty and integrity. He has a well deserved, excellent reputation in the legal community. I highly endorse Will Holloway."

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Harold Rushton

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"William Holloway is an extremely knowledgeable attorney with a wealth of experience in divorce and separation. He always maintains a professional demeanor while zealously advocating for his clients. I have worked with and for Mr. Holloway on several matters. I found him to be compassionate in relation to his clients needs. He also went the extra mile to investigate every detail of his cases to assure his clients were properly represented. Mr. Holloway is a true professional in every sense of the word. I would not hesitate to recommend William Holloway as a divorce and separation attorney. His professionalism coupled with his zealous advocacy of his clients is second to none. Mr. Holloway is an outstanding attorney."

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Jason Talley

Family lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Will is detailed oriented, a strong advocate for his clients in and out of the courtroom, and also reasonable when it comes to settling cases to avoid litigation. I consider Will a friend and would recommend him to anyone needing a very talented attorney to represent their interests."

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James Harris

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will Holloway is one of the top attorneys in Williamson County. I have seen him in court and witnessed his determination to get great outcomes for his clients. He is a true professional."

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Connie Chadwick

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Will is an extremely intelligent attorney who pays attention to all the details of his client's case. Will is aggressive when needed, but has the finesse of a great mediator when needed."

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Grover Collins

Unknown lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Smart and professional. Mr Holloway takes the time with his clients with a personal touch that is second to none. Above all else, Mr. Holloway cares."

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Donna Green

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Will and I have represented opposing parties on a couple divorce/ post-divorce cases. He is smart, knowledgable, and creative when seeking settlement solutions. In the courtroom, he is passionate about his client's case, but always professional. When I find that Will has accepted a case from the other side of one of my divorce cases, I know he will give his client excellent legal advice, work hard to resolve legal issues without trial, and fight to the end if it comes to a trial. He is recognized as a rising star in our legal community."

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Gordon Boutwell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've had the privilege of assisting several of Will's domestic clients get their financial lives in order during and post-divorce. In this role, I have always found Will to be extremely knowledgeable, responsive, and passionate about advocating for his clients. I wholeheartedly recommend Will to my clients that are looking for help with a domestic matter."

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Ernest Campbell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have watched Mr. Holloway in the Courtroom for several years and I have always been impressed by his aggressive representation of each and every client. His advocacy skills are second to none and he is and will continue to be a leading attorney in this community for many years to come. I would recommend Mr. Holloway to all of my friends, family and other colleagues, in the event that they were in need of legal service."

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David Veile

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Will is an excellent, aggressive, and thorough lawyer."

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Eric Larsen

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the opportunity to work with Will on multiple cases and he has always demonstrated the highest level of knowledge, preparation, and professionalism. He is high quality attorney with a broad range of skills. I strongly endorse Will for all of his areas of practice."

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David Hall

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lauren Moss

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Fort

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Rogers

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Rivas

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Marissa Walters

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Phil Newman

Family lawyer

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Sean Aiello

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Harold Rushton

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Connie Chadwick

Family lawyer

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Donna Green

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Dana Ausbrooks

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Helton

Family lawyer

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Christina Daugherty

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gordon Boutwell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Ernest Campbell

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Eric Larsen

Unknown lawyer

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David Hall

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lauren Moss

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Patrick Potempa

Probate lawyer

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Michael Fort

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Joshua Rogers

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2013

Best Law Firms - 2013, U.S. News

2010

Concentration in Trial Advocacy and Dispute Resolution, University of Tennessee College of Law

2009

Summers and Wyatt Trial Advocacy Scholarship, Summers & Wyatt P.C.

2009

Finalist: Jenkins Trial Competition, Jenkins Trial Competition

2001

Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Partner, Fort, Holloway, & Saylor, LLC

2016 - 2016

Partner, Schell & Davies, LLC

2016 - 2021

Partner, Schell & Ogelsby, LLC

2012 - 2016

Associate, Schell & Davies, LLC

2010 - 2012

Associate, Schell, Binkley, & Davies, LLC

2008 - 2010

Court Officer, Williamson County, Tennessee Circuit Court Judges

Associations

2011 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association, Mock Trial Committee

Member

2010 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Williamson County Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2014

Tennessee Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Vice Chair, Mock Trial Committee

Education

2010

University of Tennessee College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science

2003

Battle Ground Academy

Speaking Engagements

2025

Nashville School of Law Family Law Class

Mock Mediation

2012

Society and the Law

Criminal Law and Procedures

Languages

English

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