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also known as John L. Meadows
John graduated with honors from the University of Memphis School of Law. While in law school, he was a justice on the Moot Court Board and received the highest-grade award in jurisprudence, fair employment practices, and administrative law. After receiving his law license, John practiced law in Memphis before returning home to Middle Tennessee. In 2002, John began practicing in Wilson County, Tennessee. He served as Special Assistant Public Defender for approximately two years handling numerous criminal matters. Additionally, he has presided as special judge for Wilson County General Sessions and Juvenile Courts as well as presided over the Wilson County Teen Court. To further his expertise as a trial attorney, John attended the American Trial Lawyers Direct Examination College and successfully completed the prestigious two-week intensive jury trial skills program at the National Institute of Trial Advocacy in Colorado.
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27 years
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27 years
27 years
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State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1999
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115 East Main Street, Suite A1, Lebanon, TN, 37087-2730
johnmeadowslegal.com/
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Posted by Jess | December 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
John Meadows is not only an excellent attorney, but he is also a good man. I hired John to represent me in my daughter's custody battle. Throughout the case, John always answered my questions, and it seemed like he took time to talk to me when he may not have had it to give. I am a registered nurse w...
Posted by Dale | October 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Have you ever wondered why they call attorneys “solicitors?” It is because skilled attorneys like John Meadows, ESQ defend and promote your position. They “sell” your position or point of view & cross examine witnesses with questions. All in the process of uncovering the truth presented to a jud...
Posted by Adam | June 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I’ve had the pleasure of working with the Law Office of John Meadows for over three years, and I can confidently say that John is an outstanding attorney. Throughout our time working together, he has consistently demonstrated professionalism, persistence, and a deep understanding of the law. John is ...
Posted by Rick | November 2, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I can’t recommend this attorney enough for anyone dealing with law issues. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and always goes the extra mile to help. His support, expertise and compassion made a big difference for me. I’m grateful to have had him on my side!
Posted by William | August 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney
John helped us get custody of our daughter. Was very courteous and always upfront and honest about wanting. Would highly recommend.
"I endorse this lawyer. John is an excellent trial attorney that represents his clients with unmatched aggressiveness and integrity."
"John does a great job for his clients. He is always prepared and very thorough when he goes to trial. He represents his clients best interest at all times. Excellent attorney."
"John is one of the best in the business. Simply put, if I were getting divorced (god forbid), he's one of the first calls I'd make about representing me. You can't go wrong trusting John with your legal representation."
"I strongly endorse John Meadows. He is a very intelligent guy and great lawyer. Mr. Meadows handles divorces, criminal defense, personal injury, and most civil disputes. He has handled partnership disputes, collections, will contests, and much more. He's great whether you have a trial in front of a judge or a jury. Mr. Meadows is probably at his best with messy domestic cases where one side has criminal charges, orders of protection, etc., because he's good at figuring out how to handle multiple matters for a client and getting good results. One thing that separates Mr. Meadows from many other litigators is his skill on the appeals level. Many lawyers practice only on the trial court level. Mr. Meadows has had great success on both the trial level and the appeals level."
"I endorse this lawyer. John Meadows is quick thinking and enterprising to scope out the players and obtain excellent results. We had a great ti.e working on a TN and Iowa complicated case."
"I have had the pleasure of working with John on several matters over the years. He always represents his client aggressively, and with professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Meadows at a CLE in Nashville. He is very passionate about criminal defense, civil litigation, and domestic relations. I would not have any reservation in hiring John if I ever needed an attorney in Middle Tennessee."
"John is a very experienced litigator, who does a great job advocating for his clients without being difficult. He is very knowledgeable of personal injury matters, and handles his cases with care and enthusiasm. John is a pleasure to work with, and clients would certainly be benefited by his skill and experience."
"John is an asset to the local bar. He is helpful and insightful. He practices law the proper way. I have enjoyed my dealings with him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I am an employment lawyer and have referred several of my clients to John for assistance with domestic, criminal, and injury matters. He has achieved outstanding results for them and/or provided valuable advice and assistance. John works hard, is dedicated to his clients’ causes, and is a zealous advocate and “bulldog” in the courtroom. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is an aggressive and highly ethical trial attorney with extensive experience in both the private and public sector, including previously presiding as special judge for Wilson County General Sessions and Juvenile Courts as well as presided over the Wilson County Teen Court."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a tough, experienced attorney who is very skilled and talented in his craft. He will fight for you and treat you like a long time friend. I would not hesitate to hire this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John for many years. he is a hard working and very capable lawyer"
"I have known John for well over a decade. He used to work for me before he went to an adjoining county for family reasons. It was clearly our loss. John is an aggressive lawyer that will advocate for his client in the most effective manner."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is very aggressive and thorough."
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2025
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
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2023
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2022
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2020
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2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Jury Trial Skills Program, National Institute of Trial Advocacy
2004
Direct Examination College, American Trial Lawyers
2015 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of John Meadows
2002 - 2015
Attorney, Green & Meadows/Law Office of Hugh Green
2001 - 2002
Associate, Manier & Herod
2000 - 2001
Associate, King & Ballow
1999 - 2000
Associate, Bullock, Fly & Hornsby
2016 - Present
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2005 - Present
Tennessee Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Nashville Bar FoundationMember
1999 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2018
Tennessee Citizen ActionBoard Member
Affirmed
Affirmed
Affirmed
Affirmed
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
MA - Masters
1991
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Domestic Practice
2015
Tennessee Courts and Judicial Branch
2019
English
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