Atty. Edd Peyton
Edd is an Of Counsel attorney with Spicer Rudstrom in the Memphis office. He focuses on litigation throughout Tennessee and Mississippi.
Employment Law Management & More Attorney · Serving Memphis, TN · 20+ Years Experience
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About Edd Peyton at a Glance
Edd Peyton is a medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Spicer Rudstrom PLLC. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar (2006) and Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association (2006). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 2006) and Jacksonville University (M.B.A., 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Edd Peyton
- Edd is an Of Counsel attorney with Spicer Rudstrom in the Memphis office
- He focuses on litigation throughout Tennessee and Mississippi
- Edd primarily practices in the areas of employment law, healthcare liability, insurance defense litigation, and products liability
- He is also a Tennessee Rule 31 Listed General Civil Mediator
- He is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy with a bachelor’s degree in political science
- He received all league honors three years as a tight end on the Sprint Football team and was inducted into the Naval Academy Athletic Association Hall of Fame
- Upon graduation from Annapolis Edd was commissioned an officer in the United States Navy where he led engineering and ordnance departments aboard ships and served as a regional admissions officer for the Naval Academy
- Before leaving active duty, Edd completed the Masters of Business Administration degree at Jacksonville University
- After his navy service, Edd worked in warehouse operations and systems management for a national whole foods distributor in Saint Augustine, Florida before pursuing a law degree at the University of Mississippi School of Law
- At Ole Miss, Edd served on the Moot Court board and won numerous mock trial and appellate competitions
- For leisure Edd plays golf and is working towards completing a marathon in all 50 states and on every continent
- He completed 1 ultramarathon and 14 marathons to date
Practice Areas Explained
Edd Peyton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edd Peyton 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.
Edd Peyton 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.
Edd Peyton is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →
Employment Law in Memphis
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Edd Peyton is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →
Product Liability in Memphis
Edd Peyton is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Tennessee →
Civil Litigation in Memphis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Edd Peyton is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Edd Peyton
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 Edd Peyton's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Edd Peyton brings 20+ 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 Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar and Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association, Edd Peyton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and employment, Edd Peyton 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 Edd Peyton 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 Edd Peyton Handles in Memphis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Edd Peyton 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 Edd Peyton directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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