$ 275-350 per hour
Jim Embrey is a Partner in our office in Nashville, Tennessee, and he focuses his practice on trucking and transportation, general liability, insurance coverage, professional negligence and medical malpractice, as well as professional malpractice and ethics.
Jim has represented numerous Fortune 500 companies and individual professionals as a trial lawyer, and honed his legal craft while working in-house as a Managing Counsel and General Counsel for major insurance corporations. This dual experience gives Jim unprecedented insight and knowledge to anticipate the needs of his clients and provide exceptional and effective service.
Earlier in his career, Jim served as an Airborne Infantryman in the United States Army with the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and was awarded the Combat Infantryman’s Badge for his service in the Middle East. He enjoys golfing, reading and spending time with family.
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28 years
28 years
28 years
$ 275-350 per hour
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Acquired: 2019
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State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1998
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424 Church Street, Suite 2950, Nashville, TN, 37219
5 Client Reviews
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Posted by Richard | November 20, 2018 | Administrative Law
A lawyer with integrity
I had the good fortune of consulting with James on multiple occasions on a wide variety of matters. While consultation with attorneys is a regular and routine aspect of my role over the past 20+ years, I have yet to meet anyone with a command of the legal system as James. Whether it’s regulatory comp...
Posted by Nicole | November 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
True Professional
I have worked with Jim for many years with regard to Compliance and policy contract, Jim has always addressed issues presented to him with an open frank dialogue, thorough research and understanding of the business which is key to making informed business decisions.
Posted by Stephen | November 05, 2018 | Insurance
Knowledgeable and Personable
I worked with James as General Counsel for a Nationwide Auto Claim Unit and consulted multiple times regarding negotiation processes, immunity laws, arbitrations and policy interpretation in all 50 states. His advice came after a thorough review and understanding of each issue, was solidly grounded ...
Posted by Wade | November 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
A Stellar Attorney
I have used Mr. James Embrey’s legal services on multiple occasions regarding human resource and transportation operations. James’ insight, wisdom and keen acumen have continued producing projected results set forth at our engagement’s outset. Beyond this litigious skill is a soulful man, who truly...
"Jim is a tenacious and strategic litigator. He keeps the end in mind and charts a great course to get there in a way that meets his clients needs."
"When I hear the name Jim Embrey, two words come to mind: Impressive and Elite. Jim’s work product and his ability to successfully posture a case for victory is downright impressive. Jim is among a few Tennessee trial lawyers whom I consider to be among the the elite. You will not be disappointed (unless, of course, you’re the plaintiff or the plaintiff’s lawyer)."
"I currently work for and with Jim and have had the opportunity to assist him on several trucking cases. I endorse Jim as a hard-working, jovial colleague and an excellent attorney who works incredibly hard for his clients."
"I've known Jim for over 10 years and have worked with him for several years during that time. Jim is affable and enjoyable to work with but also a formidable litigation opponent! I am happy to endorse Jim as a colleague and as a great lawyer if you are a potential client looking for representation!"
"Jim Embrey is an incredibly talented trial lawyer. He is very bright, hardworking and a force to be reckoned with in the court room. Having Embrey on your side is a real advantage. I strongly recommend him as a great lawyer and a fine person."
Personal injury lawyer
1995
John W. Green Scholarship, John W. Green
2018 - Present
Partner, Hall Booth Smith
2018 - Present
Tennessee Trucking AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Defense Research InstituteMember
2000 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
1992
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
2018
Negotiating High Exposure Medical Malpractice Cases
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