William Tompkins Cheek III

William Tompkins Cheek III

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 35 years

Administrative law Lawyer at Nashville, TN
Practice Areas: Administrative Law, Business, Real Estate

511 Union St Ste 1600, Nashville, TN

About William

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Administrative Law 50%

Liquor and beer licensing and regulatory compliance statewide in Tennessee.

36 years | 2,750 cases

50%
Business 45%

Advise entrepreneurs forming new businesses and serve as "on call general counsel" for clients negotiating contracts, forming strategic alliances with partners, or buying or selling their business.

36 years | 600 cases

45%
Real Estate 5%

Hard to close commercial real estate purchases and negotiate commercial leases.

36 years | 87 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 35 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1991

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Location

Bone McAllester Norton PLLC

511 Union St Ste 1600, Nashville, TN, 37219

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William Tompkins Cheek III's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mike | November 10, 2009 | Franchising

R.M.D. Corp., Louisville, Kentucky (Bar and Restaurant Franchisee)

As General Counsel with R.M.D. Corp., I have worked with Will for over 13 years, spanning Will's association with two law firms. Will is a classic combination of superior knowledge of his practice area, and vision for the total legal needs of his clients. When I have a Tennessee liquor issue, Will,... his staff and associates handle it with no fuss and no mess. When I have any other legal question beyond my realm, I call Will and he knows where and to whom I should turn, including at times outside his firm if that's where the best help is. That isn't often, because Will's partners and associates are also excellent in their areas. Will is accessible 24/7, and either replies promptly himself, or has the appropriate person reply and help. Will is very busy, but communication remains constant regardless. Will is also very efficient, so billing questions are extremely rare, and there is never a disagreement. My employer provides management support services to 38 Hooters Restaurants franchises, and an assortment of bars in several states. We have a myriad of permitting, licensing, zoning, and assorted federal, state, and local administrative body issues. I work with attorneys in 5 states,. Most are excellent, but Will is at the very top of the list.

Posted by Jake | November 04, 2009 | Government

Will Cheek

I have worked with Mr. Cheek for the past five years in obtaining alcohol licenses at state and city levels for a casual restaurant concept. His extensive knowledge of Tennessee alcoholic beverage law has been priceless in helping us open many new locations with full alcohol service as well as ensu...ring we remain in compliance once open to the public. His friendly and exctiing personality, responsiveness, and excellent staff make the process of obtaining & maintaining licenses seem very easy.

Posted by Vic | November 03, 2009

Chief manager

Mr. Cheek has always been responsive and puts complex issues into understandable terms. He does not over lawyer things. His fees are reasonable and he possesses a wide range of knowledge.

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2011

Food and Beverage Law, Best Lawyers in America®

2011

In Charge - Nashville Leaders, Nashville Post Magazine

2011

Nashville’s 101 Top Lawyers - Corporate, Nashville Post Magazine

2010

In Charge - Nashville Leaders, Nashville Post Magazine

2009

Recognition, The Nashville Business Journal's "Best of the Bar"

2009

Recognition as Associate Member of the Year, National Association of Licensing and Compliance Professionals

2008

Recognition, The Nashville Business Journal's "Best of the Bar"

2007

Recognition, The Nashville Business Journal's "Best of the Bar"

2006

Recognition, The Nashville Business Journal's "Best of the Bar"

2005

Recognition, The Nashville Business Journal's "Best of the Bar"

2004

Recognition, The Nashville Business Journal's "Best of the Bar"

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Member, Bone McAllester Norton PLLC

2001 - 2005

Attorney, Dodson Parker & Behm

1992 - 2001

Member, Lassiter Tidwell & Hildebrand

Associations

2007 - Present

Alliance of Alcohol Industry Attorneys and Consultants

Founding Member

2007 - Present

National Association of Alcoholic Beverage Licensing Attorneys

Member

2007 - Present

National Association of Licensing and Compliance Professionals

Assocaite Member and Legal Counsel

1991 - Present

Nashville Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Lawyers Association for Women

Program Committee

2010 - 2011

NCSLA 2011 Annual Conference

Host Committee

2002 - 2006

Harry Phillips American Inn of Court

Barrister Member

1993 - 2008

Nashville Bar Association, Bankruptcy Court Committee

Member

Education

1991

Vanderbilt University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Columbia University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Spring 2012 Conference

The Tail that Wags the Dog: Liquor License Traps and Money Makers

2011

NCSLA Annual Conference

Lions Tigers, Beer and Wine To Go. Should We Fear Growlers? Oh My!

2010

2009

National Conference of State Liquor Administrators Annual Conference Legal Jeopardy: Annual Liquor Industry Update

2009

National Association of Licensing and Compliance Professionals Annual Meeting Guns in Bars and Restaurants with Liquor LIcenses

Publications

Languages

English

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