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Lawyers in Memphis, TN

496 law firms. Choose a practice area to narrow the list.

Browse law firms in Memphis by practice area, check each lawyer's license with the Board of Professional Responsibility, and contact firms directly.

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Finding a lawyer in Memphis

Memphis is the seat of Shelby County, and civil and criminal cases from the area are generally heard in the Shelby County courts. As one of Tennessee's largest cities and a major logistics and transportation hub, Memphis has a broad legal market covering business, employment and personal injury matters alongside the usual range of family and criminal work.

Practice areas people search for in Memphis

  • Personal Injury lawyers in Memphis handle car accidents and other cases involving negligence.
  • Family & Divorce lawyers work through divorce, custody and property division for Shelby County residents.
  • Criminal Defense lawyers represent people facing charges in the county's courts.
  • DUI & DWI lawyers focus specifically on driving-under-the-influence cases.
  • Employment lawyers take on wrongful termination and workplace disputes.
  • Business lawyers work with local companies on contracts, formation and disputes.
  • Estate Planning & Probate lawyers help with wills, trusts and settling an estate.
  • Workers' Compensation lawyers handle claims for injuries suffered on the job.

How to choose a lawyer in Memphis

Confirm the lawyer's license is active with Tennessee's Board of Professional Responsibility, which also shows any public disciplinary history. Ask about experience specifically with Shelby County's courts, since local procedure can differ from other parts of the state. Get clear on billing — contingency, hourly or flat fee — and put that agreement in writing before moving forward.

Free and low-cost help

Memphis has legal aid organizations that assist lower-income residents with civil matters such as housing, family law and public benefits, and local bar referral services can connect you with an attorney for a modest consultation fee. Law schools in the area run legal clinics staffed by supervised students, and Shelby County's courts publish self-help materials for small claims and similar matters people often handle on their own.

For a specific case type, try a practice-specific list, such as personal injury lawyers in Memphis or business lawyers in Memphis. If you're open to firms elsewhere in the state, lawyers in Knoxville is another well-covered market.

Lawyers in Tennessee

This page is general information, not legal advice. Laws change and every case is different — talk to a licensed Tennessee attorney about your situation.

Updated 2026-09-28.