About Brian
Biography
Brian grew up in Nashville and has deep roots in the community. After graduating from Goodpasture Christian School and Lipscomb University, he turned down scholarship offers from multiple Ivy League and top law schools across the country, choosing to stay home in Middle Tennessee. Brian attended Vanderbilt University Law School on scholarship where he distinguished himself academically, including being selected for Law Review and serving as an editor.
In practice, Brian’s clients range from Fortune 500 companies and high-profile politicians to small businesses and families. He takes pride in being available to them at all hours of the day and night, going so far as to ensure that each one has his personal cell and home phone numbers. As for defendants, Brian’s relentless style of litigation is unique even among trial lawyers. And it’s so effective, he is frequently hired by the very same entities he previously sued. Of the many indicators of an attorney’s skill and success, Brian believes having former adversaries retain him to represent them in future matters is quite possibly the highest practical endorsement an attorney can receive.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
19 years
19 years
19 years
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-33%
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Licensed in Tennessee for 19 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2007
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024
Location
Cummings Manookian PLC
45 Music Sq W, Nashville, TN, 37203
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Brian Philip Manookian's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2015 | Contracts & Agreements
Terrific lawyer
Brian Manookian represented me in a contract dispute that was hotly contested. The other party was absurd in their position, and it therefore took going to trial to have the Court tell them what the outcome would be. With Brian's great help, we won.
Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2015 | Personal Injury
Top Notch Injury Representation Second to None
I was in an unfortunate situation where I needed a personal injury attorney. I personally knew a couple of the attorneys at another law firm but a good friend of mine insisted I call Cummings Manookian. I am glad I did. I didn't know what the process would be but they walked me through every step. T...
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.
Disbarment issued in TN, 2024
updated on 03/05/2024Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility to understand the reasons for disbarment.
Temporary Suspension issued in TN, 2019
updated on 11/07/2019Temporary suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.
Temporary Suspension issued in TN, 2019
updated on 08/11/2023Temporary suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.
Temporary Suspension issued in TN, 2018
updated on 11/08/2018Temporary suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.
Honors
2005
Law Review, Vanderbilt University Law School
2004
Dean's Scholarship, Vanderbilt University Law School
2000
Full Merit Scholarship, Lipscomb University
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Cummings Manookian
2011 - 2014
Attorney, Manookian PLC
2007 - 2011
Attorney, Gideon & Wiseman
2003 - 2004
Associate, State Board of Equalization
2002 - 2003
Policy, Tennessee Governor's Office
Associations
2015 - Present
Tennessee Association for JusticeMember
2007 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2010
American Inns of CourtAssociate
2007 - 2010
TBA Young Lawyers DivisionMember
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Education
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Turn Disputes into Deals
2010
Modern Peer Review and Credentialing
2010
Appellate Practice in Tennessee
2009
Getting the Most Out of Your Evidence
2009
Social Networks and Civil Law
2009
Winning the Battle but Losing the War
2008
Cross Examination Strategies
Publications
2014
2011
2010
2010
2009
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
I received a subpoena to testify against my husband.
27 Apr 2015
Can I sue for abuse by a hospital?
01 May 2015
How to subpoena a corporations records?
01 May 2015