Atty. Jonathan Railing Stephens

Atty. Jonathan Railing Stephens

Jonathan Railing Stephens is a lawyer practicing administrative law, alternative dispute resolution, animal law and 4 other areas of law. Jonathan received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee in 1977, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Nashville Nashville 33 Years Experience 33 year
Call (615) 931-4438

Profile Summary

About Jonathan Railing Stephens at a glance

Jonathan Railing Stephens is a employment, litigation, government, adr, and animal law attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1993) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1993). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Tennessee (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Memphis Bar Association. Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jonathan Railing Stephens is a lawyer practicing administrative law, alternative dispute resolution, animal law and 4 other areas of law
  • Jonathan received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee in 1977, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Jonathan practices in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan Railing Stephens's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Railing 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.

Jonathan Railing Stephens is one of 151,622 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.

Jonathan Railing Stephens is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Jonathan Railing Stephens is one of 118,414 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Tennessee →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Jonathan Railing Stephens is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Tennessee →

Animal Law

Animal law attorneys for pet custody, veterinary malpractice, animal welfare, and dangerous dog cases.

Jonathan Railing Stephens is one of 4,516 animal law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse animal law 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 Nashville 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jonathan Railing Stephens

Where is Jonathan Railing Stephens's law office located?
Jonathan Railing Stephens's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan Railing Stephens handle?
Jonathan Railing Stephens focuses on employment, litigation, government, adr, animal law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Jonathan Railing Stephens practiced law?
Jonathan Railing Stephens has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Jonathan Railing Stephens go to law school?
Jonathan Railing Stephens earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Jonathan Railing Stephens for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jonathan Railing Stephens received?
Jonathan Railing Stephens's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Nashville School of Law
- 1992
B.A.
University of Tennessee
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1993

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