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Keith Williams
also known as B. Keith Williams
About Keith
Biography
As Founder of Keith Williams Law Group, I dedicate my practice to helping everyday people and their families in accident, injury and wrongful death cases. I am certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. I am honored to be a frequent lecturer at legal seminars and webinars to attorneys in Tennessee and across the country.
I am actively involved in a number of legal organizations that work to maximize the rights of injured people. Nationally, I am an Chair-Elect of the AAJ Aviation Section as well as a member of the Public Justice Foundation. Locally, I am on the Board of the Tennessee Association for Justice (TAJ), serve on the Executive Committee and Board of Governors of the TAJ, a member of the TAJ Circle of Advocates, and serve as Co-Chairman of the TAJ Legislative Committee. I also a contributing member of Lawyers Involved for Tennessee.
Most important to my clients - I am an experienced and battle-tested trial attorney with significant courtroom experience, having tried hundreds of cases in front of a judge or jury and obtained millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for my clients. I have obtained numerous substantial verdicts, including a $6,200, verdict believed to be the largest ever obtained in Sumner County, Tennessee. In addition to courtroom successes, I have also negotiated hundreds of significant settlements for clients across Tennessee and across the country from California to Pennsylvania.
For example, I represented the estate and minor child of one of the victims of the Comair Flight 5191 crash in Lexington, Kentucky. During that lengthy litigation—which involved dozens of plaintiffs, numerous defendants, and countless other attorneys—I was actively involved as part of the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee (which guided the litigation for the various Plaintiffs) and served with a group of select attorneys chosen for the Plaintiffs’ trial team. I also recently represented a family whose child was severely injured in a trucking accident. We were able to prove not only liability from the trucking company, but also 3rd party broker liability from the freight broker. That case settled for a Confidential amount.
Although courtroom victories are exciting, the most gratifying part of my work is seeing the benefits that my clients receive as a result of the settlements and/or trial victories achieved. Everyone who is injured in an accident deserves the right to a dignified and secure recovery and my passion is fighting to ensure they get it.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
40%
33 years
Aviation
15%
33 years
Motorcycle Accident
15%
33 years
Personal Injury
15%
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
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Licensed in Tennessee for 33 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1993
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Location
Keith Williams Law Group
137 Public Square, Lebanon, TN, 37087
Keith Williams Law Group
315 Deadrick Street, Suite 1550, Nashville, TN, 37238
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Keith Williams's Reviews
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Posted by ELISABETH | January 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Dedication of his office staff
We contacted Mr. Keith Williams when we had the accident with a truck, It took a while to get the papers needed to serve, but Mr. Williams and his staff kept right on trying. Then Covid-19 hit, and due this problem, it took longer, but they kept right on working for us, As far as we can see, they ...
Posted by Sherri | January 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very pleased with results
Keith Williams law firm got results for my family. Tne staff was very helpful and professional. Great personal injury lawyer
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Collapsed table
Collapsed table, after going to the spa and laying down on the table that collapsed and threw me against the wall I was in a quandary about what to do. After dealing with ongoing injuries I consulted for legal help and was very please with his work.
Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
I am so glad I took my case to Keith Williams!
I was completely intimidated with all the paperwork and bills from my accident. It wasn't my fault but I was spending all my free time working on things for the insurance company. I was referred to Keith by someone who had used him in the past and had good results. I immediately felt better 10 minute...
Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2010
I was told I never had a chance even know It was not my fault
I was told I never had a chance even know It was not my fault by other lawerys and Judges well Keith Williams believed me. Thanks again. no doubt the Best in Tennessee or South East I think you understand what I am stating here I dont want this to sound like a cheap tv commercial every one I talked t...
Keith Williams's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Keith is a great lawyer and a great person. I believe in him and I trust him and would be honored to have him represent my friends or family."
"I have known Keith Williams for many, many years. We served back to back terms as president of the Tennessee Association for Justice, and we fought together against special interests seeking to destroy our clients' access to courts in Tennessee. He is an exceptional friend, person and trial attorney. He is not afraid to take on huge corporations. He has had great success for plaintiffs in trucking, aviation and all other types of personal injury law. He is highly competent and aggressive, and I would strongly recommend him to anyone with an injury or death claim."
"I endorse B. Keitk. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse B. Keith Williams wholeheartedly. Keith is a fantastic personal injury attorney and he works hard for his clients. Keith is easy to get along with (for his clients) and a tough adversary (for his opponents). He is very active in his community as well, and has a great reputation among his fellow trial attorneys. You can't go wrong if you hire Keith as your lawyer!!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Keith has lectured at our seminars on multiple occasions and always captures the attention of the attendees with cutting edge knowlege on the topic. If a member of my family were injured in Tennessee, I would ask Keith to represent them, knowing Keith would provide world class representation. He is the best! Frank Bailey"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Keith is an outstanding advocate. Through hard work, determination, and expertise, Keith has earned the respect of his peers, and delivered justice for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent advocate and leader in the legal community in Tennessee."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Keith is one of our local "super lawyers" and also the current president of the Tennessee Association for Justice."
"Keith and I have had several matters together (typically on the opposite sides). He is smart, creative and zealous, His clients are well served when Keith is their lawyer."
"Keith is a terrific lawyer who works tirelessly for his clients. I wouldn't hesitate to hire him myself which is no small endorsement because I do the same kind of work in the same community."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Keith is a very fine lawyer who is committed to helping his clients. He also supports the rights of his clients by advocating for them in the legislative process and supporting candidates for political office who believe that all people should have access to the civil justice system."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Keith is an exceptional trial attorney and family man. He keeps his trial practice cutting edge with new trial tactics and technology."
"As an associate working with Keith on a daily basis, I have learned a tremendous amount from him and endorse him as the excellent attorney that he is. Keith is one of the best trial attorneys I have seen, and he cares a great deal about his clients. Dedication to our clients is something our firm takes pride in, and Keith's dedication and passion for our clients sets an excellent example for the rest of us."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Keith on a complex product liability case. His work is excellent. When he says he will get a job done, it gets done. He knows his business."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I highly recommend Keith Williams. I have associated with him on many cases and have found him to be thorough, efficient, hardworking and trustworthy."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Top 50 Nashville SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Top 100 Tennessee SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2021
Mid-South Super Lawyer General Plaintiff, Super Lawyers
2020
Best Lawyers in America - General Plaintiff, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Mid-South Super Lawyer - General Plaintiff, Super Lawyers
2019
Mid-South Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyers in America - General Plaintiff, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Best Lawyers in America - General Plaintiff, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Mid-South Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Mid South Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Best Lawyers in America - General Plaintiff, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Best Lawyers in America - General Plaintiff, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Mid South Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyers in America - Plaintiff Product Liability, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Mid South Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyers: Products Liability, Best Lawyers in America
2014
2014 Mid South Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyer - Products Liability Nashville Area, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA)
2009
Recertification as Civil Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2008
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA)
2004
Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2004
Civil Trial Specialist, Tennessee Commission Continuing Legal Education and Specialization
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Founder, Keith Williams Law Group
2001 - Present
Partner, Lannom & Williams
1998 - 2000
Partner, Lannom, Williams & Kane
1993 - 1998
Partner, Taylor, Taylor, Lannom & Williams
1990 - 1993
Law Clerk, Donoho, Taylor & Taylor
Associations
2008 - Present
American Association for JusticeNational Finance Committee
2008 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Public Justice FoundationMember
1999 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1994 - Present
Lawyers Involved for TennesseeMember
1993 - Present
Fifteenth Judicial District of Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
American Association for Justice, Aviation Law SectionChair
2011 - 2012
Tennessee Association for JusticePresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Motorcycle Crash
$14,680,000 Jury Verdict
Personal Injury - Car Crash
$6,200,000 Judgement for Client
Southwest Airlines
Confidential Settlement
Trucking Accident
Confidential Settlement
Education
1993
Nashville School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Cumberland University
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
1986
Volunteer State Community College
AAS - Associate of Applied Science
Speaking Engagements
2021
Connectionology Virtual Conference
What Goes Up - Must Come Down - Aviation Litigation
2019
The Aviation Lawyer's Operating Handbook - Washington D.C.
Effective Negotiation and Mediation sStrategies in Aviation Cases
2018
Tennessee's 15th Judicial District Meeting, Lebanon, TN
Subrogation in Todays World
2018
Blount County Bar Association, Maryville, TN
Subrogation Traps and Pitfalls
2017
National Institute oon Aviation Litigation Chicago, IL
Practical Discovery in Aviation Cases
2017
Kentucky Justice Association Annual Convention, Florence, IN
Motivating Conservative Jurors
2016
Hot Topics in Trucking Litigation, Chattanooga, TN
Evidentiary Issues in Trucking Broker Cases
2015
Kentucky Justice Association, Destin, FL
Proving Truck Broker's Liability
2015
International Institute on Aviation Litigation - New York, New York
Evidentiary Issues of Governmental Finding of Facts and Opinions
2014
North Dakota Assoc. for Justice Annual Conference, Fargo ND
Establishing Liability for 3rd Party Brokers in Trucking Cases
2014
Mississippi Association for Justice Annual Convention, New Orleans, LA
Determining Liability in Trucking Cases
2014
Kentucky Association for Justice Annual Conference, Louisville, KY
Establishing Liability for 3rd Party Brokers in Trucking Cases
2014
ABA's Aviation Litigation Seminar - New York, NY
Federal Rules of Evidence in Aviation Cases
2013
Web Seminar on behalf of Tennessee Association for Justice, Nationwide
Holding the Broker Liable in 18-Wheeler Cases
2013
Tennessee Reptile Litigation Group, Memphis, TN
Anatomy of Maximizing Damages by Using Reptilian Theories
2013
TAJ Annual Review Seminar, Gatlinburg, TN
Proving Freight Broker Liability in Tractor Trailer Cases
2012
Tennessee Workers Compensation Educational Conference, Nashville, TN
Settlement Agreements
2012
Arkansas Bar Foundation, Fayetteville, AR
Motivating Conservative Jurors
2012
American Association for Justice, New Lawyers Division, Lexington, KY
How to Inspire a Cautious Jury
2011
Damages and Causation in Auto Cases, Atlanta, GA
Using David Ball's Model for Damages in a Soft Tissue Case.
2011
Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association, Annual Convention Committee, Little Rock, AR
Driving Damages at Trial
2010
TAJ Annual Convention, Murfreesboro TN
Trial College - Mock Trial
2008
Tennessee Association for Justice Mid Winter Convention, Nashville, TN
An Overview of David Ball’s Methods
2008
Tennessee Association for Justice Annual Convention
Legislative Update – Changes you Need to Know About
2008
Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association Convention, Jonesboro, AR
Applying David Ball’s Revised Methods to Opening Statements
2004
Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association Seminar, Columbia, TN
Changes in the New Worker’s Compensation Statute
2004
Fifteenth Judicial District Bar Association Annual Meeting, Lebanon, TN
Pitfalls, Traps and Solutions to ERISA, Common Law and Statutory Liens,
2002
Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association Seminar, Cookeville, TN
Practical Aspects of Subrogation
2000
TTLA Mid Winter Convention, Nashville, TN
Hammering Allstate
Publications
2011
Aviation Disasters: Information for Families
Right to Recovery for Those Harmed By Aviation Disasters
2010
The Consumers' Guide to a Tennessee Accident or Personal Injury Case
The Consumers' Guide to a Tennessee Accident or Personal Injury Case
2010
The Workers Guide to a Tennessee's Workers' Compensation Claim
The Workers Guide to a Tennessee's Workers' Compensation Claim
Languages
English
Activity
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