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Overview
John is a seasoned trial and appellate attorney with a strong track record of success representing a broad spectrum of clients across the health care, real estate and construction, and financial services industries. He also defends clients against personal injury and property damage claims. John’s clients appreciate his strategic litigation approach, industry experience, and his personal approach to achieving optimal outcomes for his clients.
John routinely represents clients in complex disputes in both state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration proceedings. Beyond his litigation practice, he serves as a trusted advisor to businesses on a wide range of corporate matters, including governance, operations, and enterprise risk management.
His counsel extends to regulatory compliance and transactional matters, with a particular focus on HIPAA-related issues, employment and management agreements, service contracts, and asset purchase negotiations. John also has substantial experience advising and representing residential and commercial contractors, service providers, and property management companies in all phases of litigation, as well as in drafting and negotiating contracts, managing employment issues, and optimizing corporate frameworks.
John’s clients value his practical insights, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to navigate legal complexities with precision and foresight.
John served as an infantry officer in the United States Army National Guard. He is an Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America.
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Education
- University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, J.D. | 2016
- University of Mississippi, B.A. | 2011
Bar Admissions
- Tennessee
Court Admissions
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee
- United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee
- United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee
- United States Supreme Court
Related Services
Recognitions
- Best Lawyers® Ones to Watch – Health Care Law, Insurance Law, 2023, 2024
Education
- University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, J.D. | 2016
- University of Mississippi, B.A. | 2011
Bar Admissions
- Tennessee
Court Admissions
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee
- United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee
- United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee
- United States Supreme Court
Related Services
Representation
- Obtained successful dismissal of a lawsuit on behalf of a county-government chartered entity client utilizing Tennessee’s Anti-Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation (“Anti-SLAPP”) statute, successfully avoiding millions of dollars in exposure to the client and being awarded client’s attorneys’ fees.
- Obtained summary judgment on behalf of a health care facility client related to an employee’s lawsuit under state and federal statutes alleging damages for wrongful termination related to the facility’s Covid-19 policies.
- Obtained favorable ruling from Tennessee Court of Appeals affirming the trial court’s dismissal of a plaintiff’s claim for wrongful death against a behavior health care provider for plaintiff’s failure to comply with statutory provisions of the Tennessee Health Care Liability Act.
- Obtained a favorable ruling from the Tennessee Court of Appeals affirming the statutory definition of a health care provider who is properly subject to pre-suit notice pursuant to the Tennessee Health Care Liability Act, and affirming dismissal of the lawsuit against the long term care facility client.
- Successfully negotiated a corporate member’s buy-out from a successful medical practice firm.
- Assisted regional health care provider in creation and implementation of proactive risk mitigation strategies, policies, and procedures including use of arbitration provisions to minimize liability exposure.
Education
- University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, J.D. | 2016
- University of Mississippi, B.A. | 2011
Bar Admissions
- Tennessee
Court Admissions
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee
- United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee
- United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee
- United States Supreme Court
Related Services
Publications
- "What Do Businesses Need to Know About the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)?" Adams & Reese Vets to Ventures Series, February 2025
- "What Can Employers Ask Military Veterans During Job Interviews?" Adams & Reese Vets to Ventures Series, October 2024
- "The Open Banking Revolution: Section 1033's Mandate Requires New Technology and Agreements by Financial Institutions," published by Thomson Reuters Westlaw Today, August 2024
- "What are the Best Practices for Internal Controls and the Warning Signs of Embezzlement?" Adams & Reese Vets to Ventures Series, July 2024
- "Remembering Our Fallen Heroes: Significance of Memorial Day," Adams & Reese Vets to Ventures Series, May 2024
- "Employer-Employee Considerations and Tips for Veteran Business Owners," Adams & Reese Vets to Ventures Series, April 2024
- "A Reversal of Fortune: Tennessee Supreme Court Rules Economic Loss Doctrine Only Applies to Products Liability Cases," Tennessee Bar Journal, January/February 2024, Vol. 60., No. 1
- "Operation Litigation: Top Tips if Your Business is Threatened with a Lawsuit," Adams & Reese Vets to Ventures Series, January 2024
- "Forming an LLC or Corporation: Which Entity is Right for You?" Adams & Reese Vets to Ventures Series, December 2023
- "Legal Intel for Veteran Entrepreneurs," Adams & Reese Vets to Ventures Series, November 2023
- "The Insurance Policy – The Leverage You Need and the Associate Experience," Care Risk Retention Group & Future Care Risk Retention Group, November 2020
- "Liability Risks in Healthcare: Top Ten Risks and Claims and Proactive Strategies," Michigan Society Healthcare Risk Management, November 2021
Education
- University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, J.D. | 2016
- University of Mississippi, B.A. | 2011
Bar Admissions
- Tennessee
Court Admissions
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee
- United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee
- United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee
- United States Supreme Court