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Atty. Howard Brett Manis

Atty. Howard Brett Manis

Howard Brett Manis is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, civil litigation and 10 other areas of law. Howard received a degree from Memphis Cecil C.

Memphis Memphis 33 yrs experience 33 year
Call (901) 668-0015 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Howard Brett Manis at a glance

Howard Brett Manis is a Member based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Manis Law Firm. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, wrongful death, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1993), U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee (1994), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1996), and Mississippi (2002). Educated at Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Criminal Justice Section Federal Practice Section Litigation Section Tort and Insurance Law Section. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Howard Brett Manis is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, civil litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • Howard received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Howard practices at Manis Law Firm in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Howard Brett Manis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Brett Manis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Wrongful Death

Howard Brett Manis is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Tennessee →

Personal Injury

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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Howard Brett Manis is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Howard Brett Manis

Where is Howard Brett Manis's law office located?
Howard Brett Manis's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Manis Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard Brett Manis handle?
Howard Brett Manis focuses on trusts, probate, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Howard Brett Manis practiced law?
Howard Brett Manis has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Howard Brett Manis go to law school?
Howard Brett Manis earned their education at (—).
How can I contact Howard Brett Manis for a consultation?
You can contact Howard Brett Manis directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Howard Brett Manis received?
Howard Brett Manis's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
Mississippi
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 2004
Arkansas
Admitted: 2014

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