Karl M. Braun

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Karl M. Braun

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Litigation Lawyer at Nashville, TN
Practice Areas: Litigation, Entertainment, Contracts & Agreements

Fifth Third Center, 424 Church Street, St 2950, Nashville, TN

About Karl

Biography

Top Attorney in Entertainment and Intellectual Property Law. Serving The Southeast in 9 Offices

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Litigation 50%

Specializing in intellectual property, general liability, professional negligence, family law, transportation, construction, corporate and business law and commercial matters.

33 years

50%
Entertainment 40%

Representing artists, songwriters, publishers, managers, record labels, politicians, entrepreneurs, film companies and in transactional and other industry professionals in litigation matters covering a wide spectrum of issues and pursuits.

33 years

40%
Contracts and Agreements 10%

Representing clients primarily with regard to entertainment industry agreements but also matters involving all business-related contracts and transaction.

33 years

10%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Gold Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 24 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 32 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1993

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Hall Booth Smith, PC

Fifth Third Center, 424 Church Street, St 2950, Nashville, TN, 37219

hallboothsmith.com/attorney/karl-braun/

Karl M. Braun's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
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Posted by Zach | February 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

One of the best there is...

Karl is a passionate and intelligent attorney. He cares about his clients, their businesses and their lives. He always goes above and beyond in his representation, being sure he gets the job done efficiently and properly but never forgetting the personal touches. I never thought I would have an attor...ney that I could also call a friend. I highly recommend Karl for all of your legal needs, especially in the entertainment field.

Posted by Loni | March 25, 2014

Big Thumbs Up!

Karl is a top notch attorney laden with integrity and the utmost character. I will forever be grateful to have Karl in my corner!!

Posted by Bil | March 17, 2014

Contract ual agreement

I had various questions about a situation regarding a contract with one of my clients. I did find it remarkable the knowledge base Mr. Braun had as well as up to date he is on music industry standards, norms and practices.

Posted by Cole | March 16, 2014

Amazing lawyer....

Amazing human being that takes the "Lawyer" out of law. He truly cares about your well being and makes every effort possible to make you comfortable through any legal process. Invoices are clearly notated and probably most often rounded down on hours to make sure that you are pleased with the exper...ience. His overall professionalism and kind hearted nature has made me a returning customer for close to 10 years. I am proud to call him my lawyer and a great friend.

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Karl M. Braun's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Tennison

Litigation lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Karl is an excellent attorney. He thoroughly understands the law and is able to communicate at a very high level. His negotiation skills provide excellent value for clients. I have learned many things working with Karl. He provides exceptional value for his clients and I highly recommend him."

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Barry Shrum

Unknown lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Karl and I have been across the litigation table on several occasions, and each time he's earned my respect. An attorney with great class."

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John Bradley

Entertainment lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation whatsoever. Karl is truly a class act. His reputation is first rate in this very small entertainment business. He is reliable, honest, sincere and hard working. Karl's accomplishments speak volumes in that he has represented significant talent and business clients in the entertainment industry over a long career. Although based in Nashville his litigation practice takes him into court rooms around the country. I have had the honor and privilege of speaking with him on top industry panels and forums around the world. He is a good soul and a damn good lawyer. He is also a committed family man who lives a fine moral code. Best of all, I count him as a friend. John F. Bradley"

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Scott Keniley

Entertainment lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"High quality work with high quality professionalism."

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Barry Shrum

Copyright infringement lawyer

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James Embrey

Litigation lawyer

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Scott Keniley

Entertainment lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2015

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

Top Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2012

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2011

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2010

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Professor, Nashville Community Education

1995 - Present

Managing Partner, Nashville, Hall Booth Smith, PC

Associations

2011 - Present

Copyright Society of the South

Board Member

2002 - Present

Nashville Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

Copyright Society of the South

Treasurer

1998 - 2001

State Bar of Georgia, Entertainment and Sports Law Section

Member

1998 - 2001

State Bar of Georgia, Intellectual Property Law Section

Member

1995 - 2002

Atlanta Bar Association

Member

Education

1993

Georgia State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Eckerd College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

North American Law Summit

Intellectual Property

2014

North American Law Summit

Intellectual Property

2013

North American Law Summit

Intellectual Property

2013

North American Law Summit

Intellectual Property

Publications

1992

Georgia State University Law Review Georgia Legislation
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