Atty. Alan Strain
Alan Strain is a lawyer practicing appeals, arbitration, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Memphis, TN · 54+ Years Experience
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About Alan Strain at a Glance
Alan Strain is a Partner based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at The Hardison Law Firm, P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on litigation, insurance, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1972), Mississippi (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth and Fifth Circuits (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1976). Educated at University of Memphis (J.D., 1972) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan Strain
- Alan Strain is a lawyer practicing appeals, arbitration, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Alan received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Alan practices at The Hardison Law Firm, P.C. in Memphis, TN
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Alan Strain's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan Strain handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Memphis.
Civil Litigation in Memphis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Alan Strain is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →
Insurance Law in Memphis
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Alan Strain is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Tennessee →
Mediation & Arbitration in Memphis
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Alan Strain is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Tennessee →
Appellate Practice in Memphis
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Alan Strain is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Memphis
Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Memphis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Memphis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Memphis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Memphis Choose Alan Strain
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan Strain's practice in the field of litigation, insurance, adr, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan Strain brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Tennessee, Mississippi, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth and Fifth Circuits, Alan Strain can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation, insurance, and adr, Alan Strain can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Memphis
A Memphis-based practice means Alan Strain attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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