About H.
I am a results-oriented lawyer who strives to obtain the best possible outcome for my clients. I always ask myself, "If I were the client, how would I want my case handled?" That's what helps drive me.
I have extensive trial court experience and focus my practice upon the following non-exclusive areas: medical malpractice and wrongful death (plaintiff), general personal injury (plaintiff), general civil litigation, and criminal defense.
Practice areas
- Medical malpractice: 35%
20 years
- Personal injury: 35%
20 years
- Wrongful death: 30%
20 years
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| TN | Active | 1999 | 10/28/2019 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
| AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
| Super Lawyer | Mid-South Super Lawyers | 2017 |
| AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
| Super Lawyer | Mid-South Super Lawyers | 2016 |
| AV Preeminent Lawyer | Martindale-Hubbelll | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Super Lawyer | Mid-South Super Lawyers | 2015 |
| Super Lawyer | Mid-South Super Lawyers | 2014 |
| Top Attorneys in the Nashville Area | Nashville Lifestyles | 2013 |
| Super Lawer | Mid-South Super Lawyers | 2013 |
| Super Lawyer | Mid-South Super Lawyers | 2012 |
| Top Atorneys in the Nashville Area | Nashville Lifestyles | 2012 |
| Super Lawyer | Mid-South Super Lawyers | 2011 |
| Rising Star | Mid-South Super Lawyers | 2010 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Tony Duncan Law | 2003 - Present |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Association of Distinguished Counsel | Member | 2016 - Present |
| Nashville Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
| Federal Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
| National Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
| Tennessee Association for Justice | Board of Governors | 2002 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| American Association for Justice | Member | 2000 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| The Tennessee Trial Lawyer (Winter ed.) | "Knowledge Is Power: Use Tenn. R. Civ. P. 30.03 to Combat Abusive Deposition Tactics" | 2010 |
| The Tennessee Trial Lawyer (Fall ed.) | "Res Ipsa Loquitur's Element of Shared Control in Medical Malpractice Cases" | 2010 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1999 |
| Carson-Newman Univ. | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1994 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| The Collateral Source Rule after Dedmon: Back to the Future! | Personal Injury | 2018 |
| Tenn. Code Ann. § 20-1-119: The Basics! | Personal Injury & Civ. Pro. | 2017 |
| Recent Changes to the Tenn. R Civ. P.: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You! | Civil Procedure | 2016 |
| Uber, Lyft, and More: Learn about the New Tenn. Transp. Network Co. Servs. Act | Personal Injury & Ins. | 2015 |
| Hot Topics Affecting Personal Injury Cases in 2015: Ignorance Is Not Bliss! | Personal Injury | 2015 |
| Tennessee Association for Justice Annual Convention | Civil Procedure and Motion Practice | 2010 |
|---|
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Scales v. H.G. Hill Realty Co., No. M2017-00906-COA-R3-CV, 2018 WL6271117 (Tenn. Ct. App. Jan. 30, 2018) | A win! |
| Fair v. Cochran, 418 S.W.3d 542 (Tenn. 2013) | A win! |
| Deuel v. The Surgical Clinic, PLLC, No. M2009-01551-COA-R3-CV, 2010 WL 3237297 (Tenn. Ct. App. Aug. 16, 2010) | A win! |
| Thomas v. Oldfield, 279 S.W.3d 259 (Tenn. 2009) | Court held that the defendant's liability insurance information was not discoverable under the facts of the case, but it is subject to discovery in other instances. |
| Hood v. Freemon, No. M2004-01889-COA-R3-CV, 2007 WL 27121 (Tenn. Ct. App. Jan. 3, 2007) | A win! |
Tony is a WARRIOR!
Posted by anonymous
Thu Apr 14 2016
Great Lawyer!
Posted by Kathy
Tue Jun 25 2013
Attorney endorsements
(16)John Chandler, Trucking accident Attorney on May 17, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Tony is a tireless advocate for justice. Highly recommended!
Patrick Cruise, Trucking accident Attorney on Jan 3, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Tony knows the law about as well as any attorney in the state of Tennessee. In addition, Tony possesses a very strong work ethic. As a result, Tony's clients are well served by his representation.
Ali Ebrahimzadeh, Real estate Attorney on Jan 26, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Laura Myers, Car accident Attorney on May 3, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Tony has an encyclopedic knowledge of Tennessee law; he's smart, has a tremendous work ethic, is ethical and compassionate. A lawyer other lawyers listen to.
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, Military law Attorney on Oct 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Matthew Sandahl, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 28, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Tony is an excellent trial lawyer who works hard to get his clients the best results. Tony is also well respected among his peers who frequently consult with him regarding pre-trial matters. I endorse Tony for his outstanding litgation skills.
Joseph Torri, Child support Attorney on Sep 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Rosenstein, Personal injury Attorney on May 27, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Duncan is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients.
Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on May 27, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse H. Anthony. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Mark Hartsoe, Car accident Attorney on Dec 17, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Tony Duncan is a very bright and hard working attorney. He is frequently sought out by other attorneys for his legal knowledge and research on various legal issues. He is a tenacious advocate for his clients and is willing to dig in for difficult legal battle. I highly recommend this fine attorney.
Michael Pence, Wrongful death Attorney on Dec 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Russell Lewis, Nursing home abuse and neglect Attorney on Aug 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Tony Duncan provides diligent and zealous representation for his clients. I would not hesitate to have him represent me if I ever needed to hire a civil trial attorney. I endorse this lawyer without reservation.
Daniel Clayton, Medical malpractice Attorney on Aug 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Tony is an excellent, hard working attorney. He is very passionate about helping people.
Steven Terry, Medical malpractice Attorney on Aug 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Tony is one of the most knowledgeable and hardest working lawyers I know. His reputation as one of the best is well deserved!
Karla Miller, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Tony Duncan. Tony is extremely knowledgeable and he really cares about his clients. He has a reputation for fighting for his clients, and his opponents know they do not want to be against him in the courtroom!
Thomas Wiseman, Litigation Attorney on Feb 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Tony is a great lawyer and person. He's one of the most knowledgeable lawyers in the profession, and he's a leader in the field of personal injury. Tony has been an invaluable resource to me as a friend and colleague.
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