Atty. John M. Russell

Atty. John M. Russell

John M. Russell is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, title vii discrimination, erisa and 3 other areas of law.

Memphis Memphis 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (901) 590-1177 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John M. Russell at a glance

John M. Russell is a Member based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at John M. Russell. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, employment, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1995), U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee (1995), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third,Fifth, Sixth, Ninth and Eleventh Circuits (1999), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas (2000). Educated at University of Memphis (J.D. Dean, 1995) and Baylor University (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memphis, Tennessee, Federal and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John M. Russell is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, title vii discrimination, erisa and 3 other areas of law
  • John M. received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • John M. practices at John M. Russell in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Russell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John M. Russell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

John M. Russell is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Tennessee →

Sexual Harassment

John M. Russell is one of 6,021 sexual harassment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse sexual harassment attorneys in Tennessee →

Employment Law

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

John M. Russell is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

John M. Russell is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 John M. Russell

Where is John M. Russell's law office located?
John M. Russell's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is John M. Russell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Russell handle?
John M. Russell focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has John M. Russell practiced law?
John M. Russell has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did John M. Russell go to law school?
John M. Russell earned their education at (J.D. Dean, 1995); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact John M. Russell for a consultation?
You can contact John M. Russell 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 John M. Russell received?
John M. Russell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Dean
University of Memphis
- 1995
B.A.
Baylor University
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third,Fifth, Sixth, Ninth and Eleventh Circuits
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsi
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indian
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 2006

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