Richard Hedgepath, Attorney At Law810 Dominican DriveNashville, TN, 37228-1906United States (615) 268-6575 (615) 255-4111 (615) 268-6575

Richard Ray Hedgepath Jr.

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Nashville, TN
Licensed for 26 years
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About Richard

RichardHedgepath was born February 23, 1961 in Nashville Tennessee. He grew up in Nashville and graduated fromHillwood High School, Belmont University, and Nashville School of Law.

Whileattending college, Richard worked as a law clerk at his father’s law office, andduring law school, Richard worked as a Deputy Clerk in the Circuit Court Clerk’sOffice for Davidson County, Tennessee. Upon graduating from law school, Richard served as Judicial Law Clerkfor the Honorable Marietta Shipley, Judge of the Second Circuit Court forDavidson County, Tennessee.

In privatepractice, Richard has primarily represented clients in divorce cases, probatematters, and conducted divorce and custody mediations. Richard has been a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule31 Mediator since 1998, and has mediated hundreds of cases.

Mr.Hedgepath has been a presenter in family law seminars, and mediation trainingseminars. He is an active Pro BonoLawyer and Pro Bono Mediator, and he volunteers in the community as a member of“Hands on Nashville”.

Richard isa divorced Father of two teenagers, and when he is away from work he enjoysgolfing, hiking with his dog, playing basketball with his 17 year old son, and beinga taxi driver for his 14 year old daughter.

Richardenjoys being a lawyer and receives much satisfaction from helping people thatneed help.

Practice areas

Divorce and separation: 30%
26 years, 400 cases
Mediation: 30%
26 years, 700 cases
Probate: 30%
26 years, 300 cases
Uncontested divorce: 10%
26 years, 400 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Richard Hedgepath, Attorney At Law

810 Dominican Drive
Nashville, TN, 37228-1906

Richard Hedgepath - Nashville Divorce & Mediation Law

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
TN	Active	1996	04/27/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Avvo Contributions

Legal answers	8
Legal guides	3

Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
AV Peer Review Rating	Martindale-Hubbell	2019
Domestic Violence Mediator	Tennessee Supreme Court Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization	2002
Certified Advocate	National Institute of Trial Advocacy	1997
Top of Class Political Award	Belmont University	1992

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Owner	Richard Hedgepath, Attorney At Law	1997 - Present
Judicial Law Clerk	Second Circuit Court Davidson County TN	1996 - 1997
Deputy Clerk	Circuit Court	1992 - 1996
Internship	Belmont University	1991 - 1992
Internship	Bellmont	1990 - 1991

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 Mediator	Certified Mediator	1998 - Present
West Nashville United Methodist Church	Board of Trustees	1999 - 2004
Nashville Bar Association	Member	1997 - 2005

publications

Publication name	Title	Date
Divorce Law	10 Reasons to Consider a Divorce Mediation	2013
Richard Hedgepath, Law Blog	To Probate or Not To Probate	2011
Richard Hedgepath, Law Blog	Contested Custody Divorces	2011

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
Nashville School of Law	JD - Juris Doctor	1996
Belmont University	BS - Bachelor of Science	1992

speaking engagements

Conference name	Title	Date
CLE Seminar	CLE Divorce Seminar Training	2004
CLE Training Seminar	CLE Seminar	2003
Mediation Training	Rule 31 Mediation Training Seminar	2002

legal cases

Case name	Outcome
Mediaton	Resolved
Mediation	Solved
Wrongful / Negligence Adoption	Confidential financial settlement

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5.0 stars4.9 (10)

5 Star		90%
4 Star		10%
3 Star		0%
2 Star		0%
1 Star		0%

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Divorce case

5.0 stars

Posted by Don
November 10, 2020

I hired him through the reviews references. My case was agreed divorce case. The resolution was prepared professionally and specifically. It took 2 1/2 months to finish. His extensive knowledge and experience through the case concluded smoothly.

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Excellent Lawyer

5.0 stars

Posted by Maurice
August 14, 2020

Richard handled my non-contested divorce in 2012 and I remember the judge thanking I'm for being so prepared and professional(so many lawyers who appeared before the judge that day didn't have all of their clients' documents or didn't have everything signed). I hired him in 2020 to handle a difficult situation and everything went smoothly once again and his prices are below what I thought they would be. He's a great lawyer and a great person. I highly recommend him.

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My number one recommendation

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
February 17, 2017

My family has been working with him for a few years. He has mediated for us and made the process as smooth as it possibly could be. I have repeatedly contacted him for other services including quit claiming services and legal inquiries. He has always responded in a timely fashion and has proven to me that he knows the law and how to get things done. I often refer him to my associates.

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Awesome Mediator

5.0 stars

Posted by Nicole Voorhies
October 13, 2016

Where has the world been hiding Lawyer's/Mediator's like Richard Hedgepath? This man is Great at what he does. My experience with him was a breath of fresh air. I recommend him to Every family that's going through the changes. Thank you Sir for EVERYTHING you do. May GOD bless you!

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Outstanding Divorce Lawyer

5.0 stars

Posted by Joyce
September 18, 2013

My husband filed for divorce and I hired a lawyer who chose to no longer represent me after much time had lapsed. I was in a bit of a panic, but found Mr. Hedgepath on your site. Based on the reviews, I made an appointment to see him. To say that meeting with him was a life changing experience is not an over exaggeration. Mr. Hedgepath was completely honest about my case, and clarified inaccurate advice I had previously received without passing judgement or making critical comments about the source. He focused on the facts of the case and how he could best represent me. He was empathetic, easily accessible, remarkably insightful/perceptive & highly knowledgeable about divorce law. I remember him asking me to give him a moment to think, and I could almost see the wheels turning in his brain. Mr. Hedgepath then presented in detail my next course of action, which I followed. Well, he saved my marriage! I can never thank him enough, and only wish I had consulted with him first. Trust me, this is the lawyer you want to meet if you are contemplating a divorce. I believe Mr. Hedgepath's mediation skills make a tremendous difference in determining how he handles a case. I think he is brilliant and give him the highest recommendation.

5.0 stars

Posted by Lisa
June 17, 2011

We hired Richard to handle a non-contested, relatively cooperative divorce mediation for us. Richard handled the mediation and divorce proceedings beautifully. He led us through the process, explained it clearly, was responsive in communicating, let us know what to expect, kept us on track during negotiations by being diplomatic but firm, was efficient with our time and money. He helped make a potentially difficult and painful process go as smoothly as possible.

5.0 stars

Posted by Jackye
May 31, 2011

Mr. Hedgepath was hired to serve as trustee for my elderly aunt several years ago, approximately 2008. He handled her and her affairs with the utmost care. Upon her death, he was the executor of her estate. He also furnished my brother and I advice when our father passed away shortly after my aunt died. He was exceptional in all our dealings with him and I would highly recommend him.

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
May 24, 2011

Richard is an amazing lawyer, always there when i needed him to be.

Estate Settlement

5.0 stars

Posted by Charlie
May 23, 2011

Richard handled two estates for me and made the process during a trying time very easy. He was very professional and informative of all of the legal processes that were required. I would highly recommend him to represent anyone for legal advice.

Probate

4.0 stars

Posted by Jessica
June 1, 2017

Richard handled my fathers estate for my siblings and I. He made the entry process smooth and easy. He was very professional and informative of all of the legal processes that were required. He is affordable! I highly encourage others to contact him for their probate needs.

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Paul Tennison, Family Attorney on Oct 28, 2021
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Richard in mediating a post divorce case. I enjoyed working with him and will consider working with him in the future in mediating family law cases.

Hugh Odom, Mediation Attorney on Sep 1, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Paul Tennison, Family Attorney on Oct 28, 2021
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Richard in mediating a post divorce case. I enjoyed working with him and will consider working with him in the future in mediating family law cases.

Hugh Odom, Mediation Attorney on Sep 1, 2016
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Brian Manookian, Mediation Attorney on Sep 1, 2016
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Brian Cummings, Mediation Attorney on Sep 1, 2016
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Radford Dimmick, Mediation Attorney on Feb 16, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have brought cases to Richard which I was confident had no hope of resolution in mediation. He has a gift of employing common sense and the law all at once to find a good result for everyone.

Bernard Tully, Mediation Attorney on Dec 14, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

William Weber, Mediation Attorney on Jul 29, 2015
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Morgan Smith, Mediation Attorney on Jul 16, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hedgepath has assisted my clients through mediation for years. He does a great job mediating and facilitating agreements that help my clients avoid having to litigate in court. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the rulings of our local courts and an excellent resource. We are lucky to have Attorney Hedgepath in our community.

Thomas Dixon, Mediation Attorney on Dec 19, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Richard has helped mediate several difficult domestic cases. His ability to listen, integrity and heart for people allows him to succeed in mediating even the most challenging matters.

Roger White, Litigation Attorney on Jul 25, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Richard is a smart, broad based practitioner whose easy style solves problems rather than causing them.

Maria de Quesada, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 15, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Richard has mediated many of my divorce cases successfully. He is a pleasure to work with.

Cynthia Odle, Probate Attorney on May 25, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Richard is an experienced probate attorney in our legal community.

Karl Warden, Probate Attorney on May 24, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He is a fine lawyer and a passionate advocate.

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Hourly Rates $200-$200/hour

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Divorce case

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Excellent Lawyer

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My number one recommendation

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Awesome Mediator

5.0 stars

Outstanding Divorce Lawyer

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divorce mediation

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Excellent

5.0 stars

Couldn't have asked for anyone better!

5.0 stars

Estate Settlement

5.0 stars

Probate

4.0 stars

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