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Roland Thomas Hairston II

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Roland Thomas Hairston II

also known as Roland T. Hairston, II, Roland Hairston

5.0
96 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Nashville, TN
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Probate ... +2 more

615 Main Street, Nashville, TN

Virtual Consultation Available

About Roland

Biography

Virtual or In-Person Consultations Available! We look forward to providing you with excellent service and zealous advocacy! Contact our staff to receive prompt attention to your Family Law, Probate and Estate Needs. Call 615-431-8099 now.

Virtual or In-Person Consultations Available! We look forward to providing you with excellent service and zealous advocacy! Contact our staff to receive prompt attention from a caring and knowledgable attorney. Call 615-431-8099 now.

Virtual or In-Person Consultations Available! We look forward to providing you with excellent service and zealous advocacy! Contact our staff to receive prompt attention from a caring and knowledgable attorney. Call 615-431-8099 now.

Virtual or In-Person Consultations Available! We look forward to providing you with excellent service and zealous advocacy! Contact our staff to receive prompt attention from a caring and knowledgable attorney. Call 615-431-8099 now.

Virtual or In-Person Consultations Available! We look forward to providing you with excellent service and zealous advocacy! Contact our staff to receive prompt attention from a caring and knowledgable attorney. Call 615-431-8099 now.

Virtual or In-Person Consultations Available! We look forward to providing you with excellent service and zealous advocacy! Contact our staff to receive prompt attention from a caring and knowledgable attorney. Call 615-431-8099 now.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

13 years

30%
Child Custody 20%

13 years

20%
Family 20%

13 years

20%
Probate 20%

13 years

20%
Child Support 10%

13 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 225-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2022
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+ 8

Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 14 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Roland T. Hairston, II, Attorney-At-Law

615 Main Street, Nashville, TN, 37206

rolandhairston.com

Law Offices of Roland Thomas Hairston II

301 Northcreek Blvd. #146, Goodlettsville, TN, 37070

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Roland Thomas Hairston II's Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Great communication, very professional

Excellent teamwork, professionalism, and communication from this office. Donielle was great to work with every step of the way. She listened to the smallest details of what I needed/wanted, and even found ways to save us money and time that I didn’t think were possible. My experience was the best pos...sible!!

Roland Hairston

Replied last December 19, 2025

This is so encouraging. Thank you for taking time to shout out our wonderful team. We are here to advise and advocate and it is an honor when our intentions and your experience match!

Posted by Lisa | August 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Compassion & Efficiency During a Difficult Time

During a very difficult time after losing my parents, Attorney Roland Hairston and Associates, provided invaluable support with the probate process. From our first consultation, Attorney Roland Hairston and Associates made us feel comfortable and heard. They took the time to understand our family's... unique situation and answered every question we had—no matter how big or small—with patience and genuine care. Their knowledge of estate law is unparalleled. They handled every detail with meticulous care, from court filings to asset distribution, ensuring a smooth and timely process. We couldn't have navigated this without them. Their responsiveness and clear communication made a stressful process so much easier. We always felt supported and confident in their guidance. I Highly recommend!!! Thank you so much Attorney Roland Hairston and Associates!!!!!

Roland Hairston

Replied last August 20, 2025

Thank you very much. We were proud to represent you!

Posted by REGGIE | September 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Review

Life experiences can be extremely stressful. I presently reside in Texas. My mother, who resided in Nashville, Tennessee, recently passed away. Although she had a will and I was named executor, I was unaware of the procedure in Tennessee because state laws vary. After researching and speaking with t...he probate court, I discovered that the initial legal advice I was given was not entirely accurate. At a loss, I was referred to Hairston and Associates because of their expertise in this field and familiarity with Tennessee court proceedings. Mr. Hairston scheduled a p consultation with me. He eased my anxiety by explaining the process, addressing a complex issue of a sibling listed in the will, and available options. After creating a plan, his team walked me through each step, kept me informed, and took care of the details. ZOOM enabled me to attend court with Mr. Evans (attorney at the firm). The probate court was familiar with the law firm and its work. The judge complimented Mr. Evans on having everything in order, and the order was signed in less than five minutes, allowing me to move forward with my mother's estate. I highly recommend this firm if you're dealing with any probate matters. Hairston & Associates exceeded my expectations due to their expertise, organization, and empathy.

Roland Hairston

Replied last April 03, 2024

Thank you for allowing us to serve your family!

Posted by Danielle | August 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

EXCELLENT SERVICE HANDS DOWN!!

I hired Mr. Roland Hairston and his team February 09, 2022 to help me recover from an extended relocation trial and parenting plan revision from the end of 2021 that was unresolved due to the judge denying my relocation. I'm beyond pleased with the service Mr. Hairston and his team provided. The ...attorney (Cynthia Bohn) I hired prior to hiring Mr. Hairston and his team did not advocate for me nor provided professional legal guidance that was in the best interest for me and my daughter. She was disrespectful toward me as her client, she lack effective communication skills and she wasn't compassion toward the sensitivity of my case. Mr. Hairston and his team came in strong to help clean up a big mess!! I wish I would have found Mr. Hairston and his team in the beginning to handle my entire relocation and parenting plan revision case. I highly recommend Mr. Hairston and his team to anyone that is looking for high quality service, professionalism, and someone that will be passionate about advocating for you on your behalf. Mr. Hairston and his team are great communicators. They kept me in the loop on a constant basis of each process of my case up to my trial date on July 15, 2022. We were able to get the majority of everything I asked for in my proposed parenting plan. Mr. Hairston and his team made sure I understood legal terms and took their time explaining anything I had questions about. I like the electronic convince of being able to pay for his services online and/or through multiple payment options. I had a very pleasant experience working with Mr. Hairston and his team to the point I was able to relax knowing him and his team were on top of everything. I can't say "Thank You " enough for taking over my case and helping me get through a very difficult time in my life. Forever Grateful and Appreciative, Danielle N Henry 08/19/2022 (Friday)

Roland Hairston

Replied last April 03, 2024

Thank you for your kind words. We love working for dedicated, hard-working parents like you!

Posted by Janet Abeja | July 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Extremely knowledgeable!

I have had two GREAT experiences working with Mr. Hairston and his team. He is extremely knowledgeable and guided me in my best interest. I also appreciated the fact that he had a human approach towards my case. He took the time to sit down and have a detail conversation to understand what was happen...ing in my life and my individual goals in this case. He is an exceptional professional!

Roland Hairston

Replied last April 03, 2024

Thank you for your kind words. Sometimes people have the wrong idea about what makes an attorney effective—it's not JUST being assertive. It is knowing how and when to be assertive and when to use tact to help your clients reach their goals!

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Roland Thomas Hairston II's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Rivas

Family lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Roland is a wonderful attorney and human being. He is a service to the community and his clients. I am honored to know him and highly recommend him."

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Hunter Evans

Family lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse Roland. For the past three years, I have had the privilege of working with Roland and his team as an associate attorney for Hairston & Associates. During this time, Roland and I have handled many cases together. Additionally, we have shared many wonderful moments, both personal and professional. I can say from first-hand experience that Roland embodies everything a potential client should want from their advocate. He is kind, intelligent, hard-working, generous, empathetic, and reasonable. He is an attorney who is focused on providing clients with realistic solutions in light of the facts and circumstances surrounding their respective case. He is not focused on making a client's existing problem worse. He genuinely cares about his clients and the care that he has for them is reflected in his work. I have the utmost respect for Roland, and I am honored to call him a colleague, mentor, and friend."

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Lindsey Davis

Family lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am happy to endorse Roland, as he is an excellent attorney. It is apparent that Roland works very hard and is always prepared in court. He is intelligent and advocates for his clients."

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Jennifer Johnson

Family lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Roland's professionalism and zealous advocacy for his clients has earned him a reputation as a well respected attorney- by both his clients and fellow attorneys."

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Lisa Webb

Family lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Roland is a very knowledgable and experienced attorney in the greater Nashville legal community. I have worked with him on many cases and he has always displayed the utmost professionalism and zealous pursuit of justice on behalf of his clients."

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Jennifer Thomas

Family lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer; he represents his clients in clear and concise arguments in the courtroom and off. His compassion and zealousness for his clients and the cause, and his ethical and moral standards, make him a respected member of the legal community."

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Paul Jeter

Child custody lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Roland in the past and he is a strong advocate for his clients and very knowledgable in family law. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an attorney in family law, child custody or child support matters."

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Brooke Usher

Family lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Roland works very hard for his clients and is very professional and trustworthy. I endorse this lawyer."

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Morgan Smith

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had cases with Attorney Hairston and he is always professional. He works hard for his clients and puts their needs first."

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Mitchell Chessman

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Roland for a mutual client. Roland always demonstrates the qualities befitting a divorce attorney--calm, compassionate, and diligent."

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Jacob Nemer

Child custody lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the pleasure of working as opposing counsel against Roland in a complex contested child custody dispute. Roland was professional throughout and fought hard in support of his client. He is a talented attorney and a compassionate man."

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Sarah Digby

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am happy to endorse Roland Hairston as an excellent advocate for his clients. I have worked with him on a divorce and on a child custody matter and in both instances it was evident that he truly cared about the best interest of his client. I found him to be fair and reasonable and a pleasure to work with. I would happily recommend him to anyone in need of a family law attorney."

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Hunter Evans

Family lawyer

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David Greene

Estate planning lawyer

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Jennifer Johnson

Estate planning lawyer

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Jennifer Thomas

Family lawyer

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Paul Jeter

Child custody lawyer

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Brooke Usher

Child custody lawyer

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Karla Miller

Family lawyer

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Stephanie Williams

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Mitchell Chessman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Sarah Digby

Family lawyer

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Jacob Nemer

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2022

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2002

Marketing Student of the Year, University of Cincinnati

2002

Dean's List, University of Cincinnati

2001

Dean's List, University of Cincinnati

2000

Dean's List, University of Cincinnati

1999

Dean's List, University of Cincinnati

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Roland Hairston, Attorney-At-Law

2006 - 2011

Intern, Mark E. Chapman, Attorney-At-Law

Associations

2012 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Section

Member

2012 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Contested divorce with children and Out-of-State Jurisdictional Issues

Reached favorable settlement of case.

Contested Post-Divorce Contempt Matter

Petitioner prevailed.

Contested Divorce with Spousal Support, Minor Children and Child Support issues

Client awarded absolute divorce.

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Education

2010

Nashville School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Cincinnati

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2025

Trusts in Real Life

Trusts

2025

Family Matters Law Day

Family Law

2024

The Playbook

Family Law

2020

Family Law 101

Introduction to Family Law

2017

Nashville Community Education program Introduction to Family Law

2016

Nashville Community Education program Family Law

2015

Frierson Family

"Taking Care of Business" Estate Planning

2013

UBT

Wills and Estate Planning

Publications

2023

Round Table Consulting Group Family Law Podcast Guest Appearance

Languages

English

Activity

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