Atty. Cody Allison
K. Cody Allison, a proud Tennessee native, is a seasoned attorney with a distinguished career spanning over 20 years.
Employee Benefits & More Attorney · Serving Nashville, TN · 26+ Years Experience
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About Cody Allison at a Glance
Cody Allison is a Member / Managing Attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Cody Allison & Associates, PLLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, health care, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2000) and Kentucky (2018). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D., 1999) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Cody Allison
- K. Cody Allison, a proud Tennessee native, is a seasoned attorney with a distinguished career spanning over 20 years
- He earned his Juris Doctor from Mississippi College Law School in 1999 after graduating from the University of Tennessee in 1994
- Cody is deeply involved in the legal community, serving as the Chief Proctor for the Tennessee Bar Exam through the Tennessee Board of Law Examiners and mentoring young attorneys as a Tennessee Supreme Court-certified Attorney Mentor under Rule 21
- Cody is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Tennessee and Kentucky, as well as several federal courts in Michigan and other states
- He gained national recognition as the lead attorney in the Sixth Circuit decision of Hance v
- Norfolk Southern Railway Company, a landmark case involving the wrongful termination of a military reservist under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
- Focusing on ERISA and non-ERISA long-term disability claims, Cody has successfully represented numerous clients across the United States
- In addition to his legal practice, Cody has a long-standing role as an on-air announcer for the Tennessee Titans, providing live reports and post-game interviews for Titans Radio
Practice Areas Explained
Cody Allison's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cody Allison handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Nashville.
Employment Law in Nashville
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Cody Allison is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →
Social Security Disability in Nashville
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Cody Allison is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Tennessee →
Health Care Law in Nashville
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Cody Allison is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Tennessee →
Insurance Law in Nashville
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Cody Allison is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Nashville
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 Nashville 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.
Nashville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Nashville-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 Nashville Choose Cody Allison
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 Cody Allison's practice in the field of employment, ssd, health care, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Cody Allison brings 26+ 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 and Kentucky, Cody Allison can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, ssd, and health care, Cody Allison can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Nashville
A Nashville-based practice means Cody Allison 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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Common Legal Issues Cody Allison Handles in Nashville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Cody Allison 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 Cody Allison directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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