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Layne Gillespie received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina in 2002 and a Juris Doctorate from the Appalachian School of Law in 2007. While in law school, Layne served as the Vice-Chair of the Moot Court Board and received the Book Award for Pre-trial Civil Practice.
Layne began her legal career in Virginia as an intern for the Honorable Michael L. Moore, Circuit Court Judge for the 29th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. After her internship, Layne worked at ChildLaw Services Inc., a non-profit organization devoted to the representation of abused and neglected children. Upon relocating to Chattanooga, Tennessee in the Spring of 2008, Layne joined Clark & Washington, LLC as an associate attorney. In January of 2015, Layne started Chattanooga Legal Group, PC. In 2021, Layne opened Titan Title and Escrow Inc. In 2022, Layne become Supervising Attorney for Ancillary Services and in 2023 became the Supervising Attormey over Tennessee Foreclosure at Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane, & Associates PLLC, a prestigeous nationwide creditor's rights and real estate firm.
Layne is licensed to practice in Tennessee, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee, the United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee,and the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.
Layne has been named an Attorney for Justice by the Tennessee Supreme Court in 2017 -2023. Layne was also selected as a 2017 Rising Star on the Mid-South Super Lawyers list.
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2034 Hamilton Place Blvd, Chattanooga, TN, 37421
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Posted by Amy | March 3, 2021 | Hired Attorney
If you are looking for a lawyer that sees you as a human being and has your best interest of your family and yourself in-mind- you are in luck. With Layne, unlike a lot of lawyers you are more than just a case number. She will leave no stone unturned to help guide you with patience and understand, ...
Posted by JM | January 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Ms. Gillespie was always available and easy to contact and communicate with. She did an excellent job of explaining the process and calming my fears - very knowledgeable and compassionate through a most nerve-wracking experience.
Posted by Scott | September 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Layne did a wonderful job explaining the whole process and cared about us as people. She went above and beyond to help guide us through the process and was an advocate for us. We would have been lost without her. She was very responsive to all my questions.
Posted by Elizabeth | January 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney
When life throws a curve ball and one is faced with mounting debt and/or exploring bankruptcy, it is a stressful and scary time. I reached out to Layne Gillespie in a cry for help. She responded to me promptly and set up our consult almost immediately. I didn't know anything about filing bankruptc...
Posted by M.A. | December 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney
It's embarrassing and people pass judgement on what kind of person you must be, when you mention bankruptcy. Ms. Layne Gillespie is not one of those to pass judgement. I walked into her office ashamed and walked out feeling confident, even positive about my financial future. I didn't know anything ab...
"Layne will fight for you and be with you every step of the way. She knows the law and will use it to your benefit."
"I endorse this lawyer. Layne is a very caring individual with a desire to perform her work with a standard of excellence."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Layne in bankruptcy matters for four years. I endorse her in this area for her competence, extensive knowledge of the nuances of the law, and professionalism both with clients and peers in the court."
"I endorse Layne Gillespie. She has shown her competence and professionalism dealing with all aspects of both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcies."
"Layne Gillespie is one of the best bankruptcy attorneys I know. But even more so than that, Layne is a great person. She truly cares about her clients and their situations. She is very compassionate and treats everyone with respect."
"I endorse Mrs. Gillespie. She is a truly asset to our legal community. Very helpful on AVVO and a great expert in the field."
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2020
2020 Attorney for Justice, Tennessee Supreme Court
2019
2019 Attorney for Justice, Tennessee Supreme Court
2018
2018 Attorney for Justice, Tennessee Supreme Court
2017
2017 Attorney for Justice, Tennessee Supreme Court
2017
Rising Star in Bankruptcy Law, Mid-South Super Lawyer List
2015
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Legal Aid of East Tennessee
2014
Pillar Law, Legal Aid of East Tennessee
2013
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Legal Aid of East Tennessee
2012
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Legal Aid of East Tennessee
2011
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Legal Aid of East Tennessee
2010
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Legal Aid of East Tennessee
2009
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Legal Aid of East Tennessee
2008
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Legal Aid Of East Tennessee
2022 - Present
Supervising Attorney, Robertson Anschutz Schneid Crane & Partners PLLC
2021 - 2023
President, Titan Title & Escrow Inc
2015 - 2022
Attorney, Chattanooga Legal Group, PC.
2008 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Clark & Washington, PC
2007 - 2008
Attorney, Law Office of Layne Gillespie
2017 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2016 - Present
Chattanooga Women's Leadership InstituteMember
Confidential Settlement
Case settled and lien released.
2018
Civil Mediation Training
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
2013
2013
English
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