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Misty Lay Harris

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 22 years

Mediation Lawyer at Chattanooga, TN
Practice Areas: Mediation, Juvenile, Family, Personal Injury

544 East Main Street, Chattanooga, TN

About Misty

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 30%

Establishing paternity and visitation; Parenting Plans; Custody; Terminations and Adoptions; Divorces - contested and uncontested; Modifications of Parenting Plans

30%
Juvenile Law 30%

Dependency and neglect cases; Establishing Paternity and visitation; Custody cases; DCS negotiation; foster parent representation

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 22 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Harris Law Firm, PLLC

544 East Main Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37408

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Misty Lay Harris's Reviews

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28 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ellen | December 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Misty Harris - Patient and Supportive!

Misty represented me during my divorce. She was patient with me as I processed the dissolution of my marriage. She did not pressure or rush me, but allowed me to take things at a pace I was comfortable with. She challenged me when she thought I should handle things differently, and respected my ch...oices while providing sound legal guidance. I am so thankful for Misty's support in getting me through my divorce.

Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best decision

I could tell the moment that I met Misty that she would do her absolute best for me. During such a scary time, she helped ease all of my worries. She was always quick to answer emails and return phone calls. She kept me in the loop with everything that was going on. Most importantly, she never let m...e settle for less than what I legally should get. At times, it just seemed easier to settle, but every time I talked to Misty, I felt confident again in my initial decisions. And now that it is over, I can’t thank her enough.

Posted by Tyler | April 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Wonderful to work with! Very Helpful!

Misty was very helpful throughout my case. As a younger adult, divorce seemed very daunting, but she made everything clear and easy to manage. She has an impeccable rapport with the local judicial system. From the consultation to the finalization of the divorce, she remained realistic, down to earth ...and very easy to talk with. I would highly recommend Misty to anyone needing legal counsel.

Posted by anonymous | December 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great family attorney

My decision to file for divorce was terrifying and I consulted with several attorneys before hiring one. The attorney I initially hired ended up not suiting my needs and Misty Harris came highly recommended at that time. Upon my first meeting, I felt she would be the best person to handle this diffic...ult divorce. She showed such empathy towards me and my situation. And while she explained what would happen, she didn't sugar coat the process. She talked me through all my options and never misled me. It was a long process, but Misty was there and accessible to me when I needed her counsel. I believe I got the best possible result with Misty. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a strong, caring and highly capable family attorney.

Posted by Sequita | July 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing and well worth the money!

Misty was hired in my case to resolve a child custody issue. Misty was very thorough in reviewing my case, listening to my side, explaining my options and being upfront with realistic outcome expectations. Misty surpassed all of my expectations and was able to achieve all of my requests.

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Misty Lay Harris's Lawyer Endorsements

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Fisher Wise

Family lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Misty Harris is a top notch attorney. She has both the ability to finesse a situation and achieve her client's goals through force of will and intellect if need be. I try to stay on her good side. I highly recommend her."

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Billy Pemerton

Family lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Chattanooga Bar Fellow Inductee, Chattanooga Bar Association

2020

Harry Weill Zealous Practice of Law Award, Chattanooga Bar Association

2020

Civility Award, Brock-Cooper Inn of Court

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Municipal Judge, Town of Walden

2018 - Present

Attorney and Rule 31 Mediator, Harris Law PLLC

2011 - 2018

Of Counsel Attorney and Rule 31 Listed Mediator, Lawrence & Lawrence PLLC

2008 - 2011

Magistrate, Hamilton County Juvenile Court

2007 - 2008

Adjunct Professor, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Lawrence & Lawrence, PLLC

2004 - 2006

Attorney, McWilliams & Smith

1993 - 1999

Assistant Deputy Court Clerk, Tennessee Supreme Court

Associations

2005 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Chattanooga Bar Association

Member

2019 - 2020

Chattanooga Bar Assiciation

Co-Chair of Lawyers Helping Lawyers

2015 - 2018

Chattanooga Wastewater Regulations and Appeals Board

Board Member

2013 - 2014

Department of Children's Services Absent Parent Committee

Advisory Member

2012 - 2015

SAFE Havens Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange Committee

Advisory Member

2011 - 2015

Justices Ray L. Brock, Jr. - Robert E. Cooper American Inn of Court

Barrister

2006 - 2008

Justices Ray L. Brock, Jr. - Robert E. Cooper American Inn of Court

Associate Member

2003 - 2004

University of Memphis Law Review

Staff Member

Education

2020

NITA Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute

Graduate

2004

University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Southeast Paralegal Association 2022 Meeting

Family Law Update

2019

Chattanooga Trial Lawyers Association

Best Business Practices and Domestic Case Law Update

2018

Chattanooga Domestic Law Update

Domestic case law update

Languages

English

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