Curtis Alan Runger

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Curtis Alan Runger

also known as Curt Runger

4.7
44 reviews
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Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 23 years

Probate Lawyer at Bartlett, TN
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Divorce & Separation

2865 Summer Oaks Drive, Bartlett, TN

About Curtis

Biography

Vast experience handling probate and estate matters, personal injury case and divorce.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 40%

Advanced estate planning.

40%
Probate 40%

handling estate administration, conservatorships, guardianships

23 years

40%
Divorce and Separation 20%

Contested and uncontested divorce, child custody, child support

23 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 450-600 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018 2015 2014
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+ 1

Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 23 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Curtis Alan Runger

2865 Summer Oaks Drive, Bartlett, TN, 38134

douglassrunger.com/probatelaw

Douglass & Runger

2820 Summer Oaks Dr., Bartlett, TN, 38134

douglassrunger.com/probatelaw

Online Presence

Other places you can find Curtis online.

Curtis Alan Runger's Reviews

5 star

(41)

4 star

(1)

3 star

(0)

2 star

(0)

1 star

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Posted by Mark | November 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Probate law

Curt was very professional and straightforward with a wealth of information in preparing our living wills. Mr. Runger has expert knowledge of Tennessee law and his costs for services are very competitive and worth every penny. I highly recommend Curt to handle your probate needs.

Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Probate lawyer

Curtis Runger helped me on a probate matter and was responsive and thorough. Highly recommend

Posted by Diane | December 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An Outstanding Person...

In order to receive so many 5-star reviews including mine, you must first and foremost be a person of character. That is Mr. Runger. I have never felt unimportant or just a meal ticket when dealing with him. He has handled several matters for my family and me--perhaps small to him but quality-of-l...ife threatening to us. Always kind, always professional, always responds, and always does his best to do the best in regards to your type of case. He breaks the often common public perception of the moniker "scumbag lawyers"! :) Learning the law, while no small feat, is the easy part, but it is his character that makes him a great lawyer. May God continue to bless him to be a blessing!

Posted by Theresa | September 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Probate

Curt Runger is a very professional and knowledgeable attorney. He handled three Estates for me and my family and went above and beyond to help us and did a wonderful job. Thanks Curt.

Posted by Linda | December 26, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Exactly what I was looking for

I had a consultation with Curt regarding questions I had about a living will, power of attorney, etc. His advice was easy to understand and exactly what I was looking for. Curt was recommended to me by a close friend I would not hesitate to recommend him, too.

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Curtis Alan Runger's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristen Thurmond

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Curt is a respected attorney and maintains a high level of professionalism. His clients benefit from his experience and knowledge. I endorse this attorney."

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Alexander Ripps

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Curt is the best kind of lawyer. He cares about his clients and is respected by his fellow attorneys. He is always helpful and is very knowledgeable. I highly recommend him."

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Natasha Hazlett

Litigation lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've know Curt for many years. He's a true professional and a fierce advocate for his clients. Not only does Curt help his clients he also helps other attorneys learn how build their own successful law practice which is something many people don't know. I highly recommend Curt."

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Kendra Armstrong

Litigation lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Curt is a top-notch litigator and a skilled and accomplished lawyer. He's extremely insightful, knowledgeable and trustworthy, and he represents his clients zealously. I endorse and highly-recommend this lawyer."

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Michael Bradford

Litigation lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Curt for many years and we have worked as co-counsel in litigation. Curt is very skilled in his litigation practice, while also efficient. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Janet Lamanna

Litigation lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Runger cares about his clients and he is a great attorney to work against and along side."

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Vicki Carriker

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I went to law school with Mr. Runger, and have found him to be thorough and zealous lawyer. He is up to date on changing technology in the field and implements that into his legal practice. If you have a personal injury or workers compensation case, you cannot go wrong with Mr. Runger."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Curtis. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Ruchee Patel

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Megan Arthur

Litigation lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Curt is a bright, aggressive attorney with significant experience in complex civil litigation, including divorce and custody matters as well as complex personal injury cases. He is committed to his clients and practices in a professional and ethical manner."

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Brad Laybourne

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Incredibly knowledgeable, thoroughly prepared. Mr. Runger's professionalism is of the highest order. I recommend this great attorney without hesitation."

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Justin Thomas

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Runger is well known in the Memphis community for being a zealous advocate for his clients in a variety of personal injury matters. He is a skilled trial attorney and gets great results for his clients."

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William Young

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Curt is a great and extremely knowledgeable litigator. He achieves great results for his clients in accident and injury cases. I know Curt well and have worked closely with him on several cases. I recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking for personalized, excellent legal representation in a serious injury case."

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Thomas Greer

Litigation lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Curt for several years. Curt has a great reputation in the community for providing solid representation to his clients in a wide range of areas, including divorce, probate, personal injury, and general litigation. Curt is smart, hardworking and honest. I have personally referred cases to Curt and I would not hesitate to do so in the future."

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Russell Lewis

General practice lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Curt is highly respected within the bar and provides his clients with tenacious representation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeff Laybourne

General practice lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Meyers

General practice lawyer

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Ryan Spickard

Immigration lawyer

Kristen Thurmond headshot
Kristen Thurmond

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Alexander Ripps

Estate planning lawyer

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Robert Reid

General practice lawyer

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Megan House

Family lawyer

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Kendra Armstrong

Family lawyer

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Phillip Walker

Divorce and separation lawyer

Vicki Melissa Carriker headshot
Vicki Carriker

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Bradford

Patent infringement lawyer

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Jason Nowlin

Family lawyer

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J. Perryman

Tax lawyer

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Janet Lamanna

Commercial real estate lawyer

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Lori Holyfield

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Linton Kilpatrick

General practice lawyer

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Jeff Laybourne

Criminal defense lawyer

Megan Elizabeth Arthur headshot
Megan Arthur

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Natasha Hazlett

Probate lawyer

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Brad Laybourne

Personal injury lawyer

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William Young

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

10 Best Attorney Selection of Tennessee, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2017

Top 40 Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

"10 Best" Attorneys for Tennessee, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2015

Certificate of Completion Probate Boot Camp, National Business Institute

2015

Top 40 Under 40 Litigation Lawyers, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

Client Choice Award, Avvo

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

2013

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2013

TortEvidenceEthics, Tennessee Justice Programs Seminar

2012

Probate Process from Start to Finish, National Business Institute

2011

Waltzing Through the Tennessee Child Support Worksheet, Tenn Bar U

2011

Torts Evidence Ethics, Tennessee Justice Programs Seminar

2010

Law Firm Management, Tenn Bar U

2009

TN's Retainage and the Prompt Payment Act, Tenn Bar U

2009

Real Property Liens, Tenn Bar U

2009

Law Practice Succession, Tenn Bar U

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney at Law, Douglass & Runger

2013 - 2017

City Attorney, City of Gallaway

Associations

2014 - Present

Attorney Mentors, LLC

Founder

2011 - Present

Tennessee Association for Justice

Member

2005 - Present

Youth Leadership Memphis

Volunteer

2003 - Present

Memphis Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

LD v. WM

Defense Verdict after a trial

AB v. MD, et. al

Judgment for Plaintiff in the amount of $24,999.00 after a trial

Plaintiff v. Walmart Stores East, Inc.

Settlement after Institution of Lawsuit

Plaintiff v. 2009 Entertainment and Enterprises, Inc.

Judgment for Plaintiff, $42,500.00

State v. Defendant

Case Dismissed

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Education

2003

UNIV MEMPHIS

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Clemson University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Branded Summit

Tips for Self Employed Individuals

2014

Why Hope Works Personal Injury

2014

Legal Ease

Discovery in Tennessee

2014

July 2014 Meeting

Bankruptcy

2014

Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law

Starting A Solo Practice

2013

Branded Live 2013

Branding: Solo Practitioners

2010

Tennessee Moot Court Competition

Oral Advocacy

2009

Tennessee Moot Court Competition

Oral Advocacy

2008

Legal Lines Charity Call In Show

Legal Advice

Publications

2015

AttorneyMentors.com 7 Mistakes that Newly Licensed Attorneys Make

2013

www.bartlettdivorce.com 5 Myths About Your Divorce Case

2013

www.bartlettprobate.com Probate Cases We Handle

2013

www.bartlettdivorce.com Divorce Cases We Handle

2013

www.bartlettpersonalinjury.com Cases We Handle

2008

Languages

English

German

Activity

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