Atty. Chris Patterson
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Construction Law & More Attorney · Serving Memphis, TN · 22+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Chris Patterson at a Glance
Chris Patterson is an Attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at PattersonBray PLLC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2004). Educated at University of Memphis (J.D., 2004) and University of Tennessee (B.S.B.A., 2000). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Memphis Bar Association Tennessee Bar Association. Serves clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Chris Patterson
Awards
Peer Reviewed Rated This badge is granted to attorneys who have been reviewed by another attorney. About AwardsClient Champion Awards
Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.
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At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
Martindale Peer Awards
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AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Awards
Top Contributor: The Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, .com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the community.
Client’s Choice: The Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
Practice Areas Explained
Chris Patterson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chris Patterson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Memphis.
Medical Malpractice in Memphis
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Chris Patterson is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Tennessee →
Personal Injury in Memphis
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.
Chris Patterson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →
Business & Corporate Law in Memphis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Chris Patterson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →
Real Estate Law in Memphis
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Chris Patterson is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →
Land Use & Zoning in Memphis
Chris Patterson is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 Chris Patterson
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 Chris Patterson's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, and zoning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Chris Patterson brings 22+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and business, Chris Patterson 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 Chris Patterson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Chris Patterson Handles in Memphis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Chris Patterson has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Chris Patterson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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