Marlene Eskind Moses
About Marlene
Biography
Bar Admissions:
- State of Tennessee, April 11, 1981
- U.S. District Court, Middle District of TN, December 9, 1981
- U.S. Court of Appeals, 6th Circuit, April 30, 1982
- Supreme Court of the United States, March 24, 2004
Certifications and Training:
- Board Certified as a Family Law Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
- Tennessee Supreme Court Approved Mediator
- Certified Rule 31 Listed Family Law Mediator by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 1996
- Trained Arbitrator by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 1995
- Trained in Collaborative Law, August, 2009
Community Involvement:
- Harpeth Hall School: Board Member, 1998-2004; Board Secretary, 2000-2001; Annual Campaign Chair, 2001-2002; Parents Association, Board Member, 1994-1996; Parents Together, 1994-Present; Chair for 12th Grade; Chair of Graduation Celebration, 1997-1998
- Montgomery Bell Academy: Room Mother, 1998-1999; Board Member of the Mother's Club, 2000-2003
- Tulane University: Parent's Council, 1998-2002, 2004-Present; President's Council, 2003-Present
- Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee: Chair of Campaign, 1998-1999; Community Advisory Board, 1997-2001; Co-Chair of the Small Office Division, 1996-1997
- YWCA: Fund Raising Campaign Committee, 1999-2000; Academy of Achievement, Steering Committee Member, 1997
- Cliff Knowles for Judge: Treasurer, 1997-1998
- Ross Alderman for Public Defender: Treasurer, 1999-2000, 2001-2002, 2005-2008
- Swan Ball: Auction Committee Chair, 1998
- Outlook Nashville: Board of Directors, 1984-1989; Secretary of Board, Nominating Committee, 1985-1998
- American Jewish Committee: Board Member, 1992-1999; Secretary, 1996-1998; Vice President, 1998
- Second Harvest Food Bank: Patron's Committee Member, 1996
- Anti-Defamation League: Dinner Committee Member, 1995-1996
- Health Nashville 2000 Committee Member, 1995-1996
- Nashville Ballet: Patron Committee Member, 1995-1996; Mother's Committee Advisory Council, 1994-1996
- Nashville Symphony: Symphony Ball Counsel, 2005-2006
- Women in the Nineties: Member
- League of Women Voters: Past Member
- Harding Academy: Parents' Auxiliary Board Member, 1994-1995
- Girl Scouts: Leader, 1994-1996
- Nashville Agenda Networking: Liaison, 1993
- Family Support Program: Treasurer, 1993
- Hillsboro High: Advisory Council, 2000-Present
- Northwestern University: Parent's Council, 2002-2006; Parents' Annual Fund Committee, 2002-2007
- St. Luke's: House Board of Directors, 2004-Present
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
45 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Tennessee for 44 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
MTR Family Law, PLLC
205 23rd Avenue North, Nashville, TN, 37203-1501
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Marlene Eskind Moses's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellence
Marlene Moses provided excellence in her representation of me in my legal matter. She was always up-front and direct with her advice/counsel with everything from financial expectations, realistically proposed outcomes, knowledge (which is obviously extense), and was even attentive to my sensitive emo...
Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2015
Highly recommend
I had the pleasure of working with Mrs. Moses on my lengthy and tumultuous divorce case. It was painful and highly stressful but she was there every step of the way. She guided me through it, never pressured me, waited for my approval and explained matters and procedures. I feel certain that had I no...
Posted by anonymous | January 2, 2015
Excellent Job - Well Worth legal help
Marlene Moses did an excellent job. Unfortunately, if you are needing her assistance, you may be going through a rough situation. However, regardless of your circumstances, you can not afford to use anything but the very best legal care. Marlene provided that for me, and I would highly recommend ...
Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2014
Excellent
Mrs. Moses was fantastic. She always gave excellent advise and made sure to look out for my best interests while also keeping everyone comfortable. I would recommend her To anyone in need of family law advice and counsel.
Posted by Stephen | November 13, 2014
Professional and caring..
Marlene and her staff helped me through a very difficult divorce. Throughout the process there was no doubt that I was receiving excellent counsel. At each milestone through the process I felt that they were very prepared and thoroughly answered any of my concerns. Although I met them during a tou...
Marlene Eskind Moses's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Marlene for about twenty years. Not only is she among the most outstanding lawyers in America, but she also is a kind, generous, lovely person. I give her my highest endorsement."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer's work. Marlene Moses in the President of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. As a Vice President of the AAML, I have worked closely with Marlene and know her exceptional qualities. I have referred complex matters to Marlene who has handled them suberbly! Joslin Davis"
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Experience
Honors
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Tennessee The Top 100 and Mid-South The Top 50 Women, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2014
The Best Lawyers in America in the Specialty of Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2014
Best Law Firm, U.S. News and Best Lawyers
2014
Tennessee The Top 100 and Mid-South The Top 50, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2013
The Best Lawyers in America in the Specialty of Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2013
Tennessee The Top 100 and Mid-South The Top 50, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2012
The Best Lawyers in America in the Specialty of Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2012
Tennessee The Top 100 and Mid-South The Top 50, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2012
Distinguished Alumna Award, Newcomb College of Tulane University
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
The Best Lawyers in America in the Specialty of Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2011
Tennessee The Top 100 and Mid-South The Top 50 Women, Mid-South Super-Lawyer
2010
Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyer
2010
The Best Lawyers in America in the Specialty of Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2009
Women of Influence, Nashville Bar Journal
2009
Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyer
2009
The Best Lawyers in America in the Specialty of Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2008
Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyer
2008
The Best Lawyers in America in the Specialty of Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2007
Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyer
2007
The Best Lawyers in America in the Specialty of Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2006
The Best Lawyers in America in the Specialty of Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2006
Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyer
2002
Athena Award Nominee, YWCA
2001
10th Annual Academy for Women of Achievement Nomination, YWCA
2001
Distinguished Alumni, Nashville School of Law
2001
Outstanding Fellow of the Year, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
N/A
Highest Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Founding Partner, MTR Family Law, PLLC
Associations
2014 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersNomination Committee Member
2012 - Present
Association of Family and Conciliation CourtsMember
2012 - Present
American College of Family Trial LawyersExecutive Committee Member
2010 - Present
International Academy of Matrimonial LawyersWebsite Subcommittee Chair
2010 - Present
International Academy of Matrimonial LawyersVice-President
2010 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2009 - Present
National Board of Trial AdvocacyVice President
2009 - Present
Tennessee Supreme Court Historical SocietyPresident
2009 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersCollaborative Law Committee
2009 - Present
International Network of Boutique Law FirmsMembership
2008 - Present
Harry Phillips American Inn of CourtMaster Emeritus Status
2007 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers FoundationLegal Counsel
2004 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2004 - Present
International Academy of Matrimonial LawyersBoard of Managers
2003 - Present
American College of Family Trial LawyersDiplomate
2001 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association FoundationFellow
2001 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers FoundationBoard Member
2000 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationFamily Law Code Commission
2000 - Present
National Board of Trial AdvocacyBoard Member
1998 - Present
International Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
1996 - Present
Tennessee Supreme Court Historical SocietyFounding Member
1995 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationAlternative Dispute Resolution Committee
1993 - Present
Nashville Bar FoundationFellow
1982 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationFamily Law Section Member
Committee Member
Family Law Section Member
Nashville Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers Committee
Administration of Justice Committee
Domestic Relations Committee
Board Member
2014 - 2015
Leadership NashvilleParticipant
2014 - 2014
International Academy of Matrimonial LawyersU.S.A Chapter Fellow President Elect
2013 - 2014
International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers• U.S.A. Chapter Fellow Vice-President
2012 - 2013
Middle Tennessee Collaborative AllianceChair of Protocols Committee
2011 - 2013
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersChair of Cohabitation Committee
2009 - 2010
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersPresident
2008 - 2013
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersBest Practices Committee
2008 - 2009
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersPresident-Elect
2008 - 2009
Tennessee Supreme Court Historical SocietyPresident-Elect
2007 - 2007
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersBoard of Review Committee
2006 - 2009
National Board of Trial AdvocacyExecutive Committee Member
2005 - 2007
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers FoundationVice-President
2005 - 2006
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers FoundationSecretary
2005 - 2007
International Academy of Matrimonial LawyersU.S.A. Chapter Vice President
2003 - 2005
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers FoundationTreasurer
2003 - 2006
Tennessee Board of Law ExaminersPresident
2003 - 2012
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersExecutive Committee Member
2003 - 2008
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersVice President
2002 - 2003
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersParliamentarian
2002 - 2003
International Academy of Matrimonial LawyersParliamentarian
2001 - 2005
American Bar AssociationChild Custody Pro Bono Project Advisory Committee
2001 - 2012
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersBoard of Governors
2001 - 2012
Tennessee Board of Law ExaminersMember
2001 - 2002
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersBoard of Review Committee
2000 - 2001
Tennessee Bar AssociationFamily Law Section Vice Chair
2000 - 2001
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersChair of Continuing Legal Education Committee
2000 - 2002
Tennessee Bar AssociationFamily Law Section Chair
2000 - 2001
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersLiaison to the Changing American Family Committee
1998 - 2004
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersAd Hoc Member of the Executive Committee
1998 - 2002
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersMembership Committee Chair
1998 - 2003
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersChair of Membership Committee
1997 - 2003
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersMembership Committee
1996 - 1997
Lawyers Association for WomenPresident
1995 - 2001
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersContinuing Legal Education Committee Member
1995 - 1996
Lawyers Association for WomenPresident-Elect
1994 - 1998
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersLegislative Committee Member
1994 - 2007
Harry Phillips American Inn of CourtRecorder
1994 - 1995
Lawyers Association for WomenSecretary
1994 - 1994
Tennessee Trial Lawyers AssociationFamily Law Section Vice President
1993 - 1993
Nashville Bar AssociationVice President
1993 - 1993
American Bar AssociationLaw Practice Management Committee
1993 - 1993
American Bar AssociationFamily Court Committee
1992 - 2008
Harry Phillips American Inn of Court
1992 - 1999
Board of Professional ResponsibilityHearing Committee Member
1990 - 1993
Nashville Bar AssociationMember of the Board of Directors
Education
1980
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
Masters
1972
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Smoke and Mirrors: Cash Flow Games People Play
2014
Three Biological Parents
2014
DOMA Changes and Cohabitation Agreement
2014
Ethics and Professionalism Issues in Family Law Practice
2013
Relationships In Light of the Newest Supreme Court Decisions
2013
How and Why Permanent Parenting Plans Can Be Changed
2013
Collaborative Family Practice: The Alternative to Divorce Litigation
2013
Domestic Partnership Agreements/Co-Habitation and Co-Parenting Agreements
2013
Cohabitations Agreements: Structure, Pitfalls and Concerns
2012
Modification of Permanent Parenting Plans
2012
The Role of Psychology in Family Law Over the Past Fifty Years
2012
Collaborative Divorce Practice: The Movement Away From Traditional Divorce Practice
2011
Providing for the Paramour in Parenting Plans
2011
Discovering Hidden Assets in a Divorce Case
2010
Discovering Hidden Assets in a Divorce Case
2009
Practicing Divorce Law in the Midst of Economic Turmoil
2009
Dealing with Grandparents and What is New on Grandparent Visitation
2009
Advocacy in Family Law Mediation
2008
Mentoring
2005
Family Law Highlights
2005
Family Law Highlights
2004
Understanding the New Child Support Guidelines
2002
Preventing Legal Malpractice and Ethics Complaints
2002
Bridge the Gap
2002
The Voices of Children and When They Should be Heard
2002
Ethics Jeopardy
2000
Ethics Workshop
1998
How to Handle Custody and Child Support Across State Lines
1995
Preventing Legal Malpractice Claims
1995
Ethics
1995
Family Law
1994
Seven Areas of Ethical Consideration
1992
Family Law
1992
Probate
1991
Family Law
N/A
Family Law
N/A
Family Law
Publications
2015
2015
2014
2014
2014
2013
2013
2013
2012
2012
2011
2011
2011
2010
2010
2010
1993
Languages
English