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Atty. J. Matthew Stephens

Atty. J. Matthew Stephens

J. Matthew Stephens is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, erisa litigation, health and disability plan subrogation and 1 other area of law.

Memphis Memphis 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (901) 686-8015 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About J. Matthew Stephens at a glance

J. Matthew Stephens is a Partner based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Russell & Oliver. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2001), U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee (2002), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (2003), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2004). Educated at The University of Memphis (J.D., 2001) and State Technical Institute at Memphis (A.A.S. The, 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of NASP, National Association of Subrogation Professionals. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J. Matthew Stephens is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, erisa litigation, health and disability plan subrogation and 1 other area of law
  • J. Matthew received a A.A.S. degree from State Technical Institute at Memphis in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • J. Matthew practices at Russell & Oliver in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

J. Matthew Stephens's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Matthew Stephens 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. Matthew Stephens is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

J. Matthew Stephens is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

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

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

J. Matthew Stephens is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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. Matthew Stephens

Where is J. Matthew Stephens's law office located?
J. Matthew Stephens's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Russell & Oliver. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Matthew Stephens handle?
J. Matthew Stephens focuses on employment, ssd, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has J. Matthew Stephens practiced law?
J. Matthew Stephens has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did J. Matthew Stephens go to law school?
J. Matthew Stephens earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (A.A.S. The, 1995).
How can I contact J. Matthew Stephens for a consultation?
You can contact J. Matthew Stephens 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. Matthew Stephens received?
J. Matthew Stephens's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
The University of Memphis
- 2001
A.A.S. The
State Technical Institute at Memphis
- 1995

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2002
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District
Admitted: 2005

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