Atty. J. Gregory Grisham

Atty. J. Gregory Grisham

J. Gregory Grisham is a lawyer practicing education, employment law, labor relations and 9 other areas of law.

Memphis Memphis 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Gregory Grisham at a glance

J. Gregory Grisham is a Partner based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, civil rights, and education. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1989), U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1991), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1993), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1994). Educated at University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys, School of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of Mississippi School of Business Administration (M.B.A. University, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J. Gregory Grisham is a lawyer practicing education, employment law, labor relations and 9 other areas of law
  • J. Gregory received a M.B.A. degree from University of Mississippi School of Business Administration in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • J. Gregory practices at Fisher & Phillips LLP in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

J. Gregory Grisham's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Gregory Grisham handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

J. Gregory Grisham is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

J. Gregory Grisham is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

J. Gregory Grisham is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

J. Gregory Grisham is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Tennessee →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

J. Gregory Grisham is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education 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 J. Gregory Grisham

Where is J. Gregory Grisham's law office located?
J. Gregory Grisham's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Fisher & Phillips LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Gregory Grisham handle?
J. Gregory Grisham focuses on employment, business, litigation, civil rights, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has J. Gregory Grisham practiced law?
J. Gregory Grisham has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did J. Gregory Grisham go to law school?
J. Gregory Grisham earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (M.B.A. University, 1984).
How can I contact J. Gregory Grisham for a consultation?
You can contact J. Gregory Grisham 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 J. Gregory Grisham received?
J. Gregory Grisham's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys, School of Law
- 1989
M.B.A. University
University of Mississippi School of Business Administration
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2011
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2011

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