$ 385-385 per hour
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also known as George Lawrence Rice IV
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Nick, known formally as George Lawrence Rice, IV, is a third generation attorney following in the footsteps of his grandfather and father. Mr. Rice brings discipline, experience, expertise and compassion to the practice of family law. Believing we need discipline to effectively pursue client goals, experience to know what is possible, expertise to get the best results for our client, and compassion to understand the importance to each individual client.
Mr. Rice started studying the law in the seventh grade by learning to pull cases for his father’s legal research. He graduated Christian Brothers High School where he served four years on the Honor Council. Mr. Rice graduated from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2000. He returned to Memphis to attend law school, resume working at the firm, and continuing to study the legal community in which he would practice. Mr. Rice received his J.D. form the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law in 2003. Because of his extensive training, he practiced law immediately after passing the bar. Following in his father’s footsteps, he also presents Continuing Legal Education lectures to other attorneys. In addition to trying cases, Mr. Rice uses his experience and knowledge as a Supreme Court Rule 31 Family Law Mediator to solve cases without the matter going to trial.
In 2021 Mr. Rice put his experience and knowledge to the test of national level review in becoming a Board Certified Family Law Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. The elaborate screening of credentials that Mr. Rice had to successfully complete included, but was not limited to; demonstrated and substantial trial experience, submission of judges’ and other attorneys attesting to his ability, legal writing submissions, and passing rigorous examination.
Among all the other awards and honors Mr. Rice has achieved, National Board of Trial Advocacy Certification was the most important to him. Board Certification is the highest, most stringent, and most reliable qualification an attorney can achieve. The NBTA is committed to safeguarding the public’s ability to choose the best attorney. This certification is objective proof that potential clients should rely on when choosing an attorney.
Mr. Rice served on the Executive Council for the Family Law Section of the Tennessee Bar Association in 2010, the same year that he was named one of Memphis’ Finest Young Professionals by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Mr. Rice is rated an excellent 10 out of 10 on . Mr. Rice serves on the Board of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville Alumni Association. Mr. Rice received membership into the invitation only American Society of Legal Advocates, was named a Mid-South Super Lawyer Rising Star for 7 years, and received multiple America’s Most Honored Professionals Awards. Mr. Rice received America’s Most Honored Professional’s Top 5% Award for continuous professional recognition and accomplishment for 2 years running prior to moving up and being awarded the Top 1% Award. The National Academy of Family Law Attorneys recognized Mr. Rice with the Top Ten Under 40 Award. Since becoming 40, Mr. Rice has collected several Top Ten Attorney Awards form the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys. Mr. Rice was designated and received the Premier 100 Award from the National Academy of Jurisprudence. The American Registry recognized Mr. Rice as one of the Memphis Area’s Outstanding Young Lawyers in Family Law.
Mr. Rice is the co-author of “The Complete Guide to Divorce Practice” published by the America Bar Association.
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23 years
23 years
$ 385-385 per hour
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2003
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Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I have always respected Rice Law Firm, having seen firsthand the professionalism and fairness that define their work. It wasn’t until I personally needed their representation that I came to understand just how deeply they serve their clients. Rice Law stands with transparency, compassion, and pati...
Posted by Amber | February 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I was awarded a divorce last week and was fortunate enough to have hired Nick Rice and his team to represent me. Nick is straightforward and honest. I was especially impressed with his cross examination skills and knowledge of the law. The other side kept trying to throw us curve balls and change ups...
Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Nick is a fantastic family law attorney that goes above and beyond for his clients. He pays attention to detail and is timely in his responses to questions/emails. I wouldn't hesitate to hire him again!
Posted by Brandon | August 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Nick Rice is an excellent attorney. Hired him back in 2017 while going through a rough split with kids involved. He made me feel right at home the first time we met and it was one of the best decisions I ever made. Nick is a force to be reckoned with and means business. He does not sugar coat anythin...
Posted by Russell | November 2, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
A local restaurant owner had some of my art work on display at his establishment for sale. After one of the pieces sold he took the other piece home and said he would pay me for it. After weeks of not returning my calls and refusing to return the art, I called Nick. After one phone call from Nick...
"I had the privilege of clerking for Nick and Larry during law school. Now being a practicing lawyer myself, I can wholeheartedly say that Nick's work is the model of excellence in the field and what every family lawyer should strive to emulate. I consider myself very lucky to call Nick my mentor and friend."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nick excels in his commitment to excellence, his superior service to clients, and his aggressive and visionary approach to the law."
"Nick Rice is an exceptional attorney. He is a zealous advocate for his clients. His depth of knowledge in the field of divorce makes him a force to be reckoned with. His clients are fortunate to have him on their side!"
"I have had the opportunity to mediate many of Nick's divorce matters. He is very smart, knows the law and is a skilled negotiator. As a mediator, I always enjoy working with Nick. He is aggressive when it benefits his client but also knows when it is in his client's best interest to be reasonable and collaborative. I would recommend this fine attorney."
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2021
Board Certified Family Law Trial Advocate, The National Board of Trial Advocacy
2021
Top 30 in Family Law, The National Advocates
2021
Top Ranking Attorney, American Association of Attorney Advocates
2021
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2020
Top Ten Attorney for excellence in the Family Law, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2020
10 Best - Client Satisfaction - 7 Years, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2020
Faces of Divorce, Memphis Magazine
2020
Top 30 in Family Law, The National Advocates
2020
Client's Choice, AVVO
2019
2019 Top 10 Attorney Award for the state of Tennessee, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2019
10 Best - Client Satisfaction - 6 Years, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Top 30 in Family Law, The National Advocates
2018
Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Marquis Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2018
10 Best in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Best Law Firm in Tennessee, U.S. Report & World News
2017
Best Law Firm in Memphis, Commercial Appeal
2017
Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Lawyer, American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top 5%, America's Most Honored Professionals
2016
Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Top 5%, America's Most Honored Professionals
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
10 Best Client Satisfaction for 3 years, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 5%, America's Most Honored Professionals
2015
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Top 5%, America's Most Honored Professionals
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
Memphis' Finest Young Professionals, Cystic Foundation
2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020 - Present
Partner, Rice Caperton Rice PLLC
2015 - Present
Rule 31 Family Law Mediator, Tennessee Supreme Court ADRC
2003 - Present
Senior Associate, Rice Divorce Team
2003 - 2020
Senior Associate, Rice Caperton Rice PLLC
2019 - Present
University of Tennessee Alumni Board- Memphis ChapterBoard Member
2013 - Present
COMEC (Commission On Missing and Exploited Children)Board Member
2010 - Present
International Children's Heart FoundationChair
2010 - Present
"Chicken Tractor" charitable fundraiserCo-Founder
2012 - 2012
Young Leadership CouncilMember
2010 - 2010
Tennessee Bar Association, Family Law SectionExecutive Council
2003
Juris Doctorate
2000
Bachelors of Arts
2019
How to Make More Time in a Day
2019
A New Approach to Divorce
2017
Digital Do's and Don'ts
2017
A New Approach to Divorce
2015
Digital Do's and Don'ts
2015
Collections
2013
Public Action Law Society's Alternative Spring Break
2013
ADR/Mediation
2013
Digital Do's and Dont's
2012
Divorce Law 101
2012
Accounts Receivable, the Bane of the Lawyer's Practice
2011
Relocations, Law, Cases and Modifications in Tennessee
2011
ADR/Mediation
2011
Public Action Law Society's Alternative Spring Break
2010
Turning Write Offs to Pay Outs
2007
Trial and Prenuptial Agreements
2006
The Return of Divorce Practice
2017
2012
2010
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