Atty. Brett Hughes
Brett Hughes is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee . He has been recognized by Best Lawyers for his work in Litigation - Insurance, Litigation - Labor and Employment, and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.
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Brett Hughes is a personal injury, employment, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Harris Shelton PLLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association (1996). Educated at Samford University (J.D., 1996) and The University of Tennessee (B.A. w Hons., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Brett Hughes is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee
- He has been recognized by Best Lawyers for his work in Litigation - Insurance, Litigation - Labor and Employment, and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- His practice focuses on representing businesses and individuals in a wide range of litigation and dispute-related matters
- Brett regularly works with companies on commercial litigation, business disputes, contract matters, employment issues, non-competition agreements, and insurance-related claims
- He also serves as outside corporate counsel for businesses that need ongoing legal guidance
- In addition, Brett represents hospitals, health care professionals, lawyers, architects, and engineers in professional negligence claims, and assists individuals with contract disputes and personal injury litigation
- Known for a careful and detailed approach to legal analysis, Brett evaluates each matter from multiple angles to help clients make informed decisions about their legal options
- His practice involves guiding clients through complex litigation while maintaining a focus on practical and strategic solutions
- Brett served as the managing member of Harris Shelton PLLC from 2016 through 2023
- Before joining the firm in 1998, he served as an Assistant District Attorney General for Shelby County, where he gained significant courtroom experience handling a wide variety of cases
- From the firm’s Memphis, Tennessee office, Brett represents clients across several recognized practice areas, including Litigation - Insurance, Litigation - Labor and Employment, and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Brett Hughes is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Brett Hughes is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Brett Hughes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Brett Hughes is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Tennessee
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 andnue, 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.
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