Atty. Joseph Michael Koury

Atty. Joseph Michael Koury

Joseph Michael Koury is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment litigation, covenants not to compete and 5 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Memphis Memphis 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Michael Koury at a glance

Joseph Michael Koury is a Partner based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Allen, Summers, Simpson, Lillie & Gresham, PLLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on employment, business, workers comp, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1993), Mississippi U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi U.S. District Court, Southern Dist (1994), and Tennessee (1995). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1993) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Memphis, Tennessee and American Bar Associations The Mississippi Bar State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Michael Koury is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment litigation, covenants not to compete and 5 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Joseph practices at Allen, Summers, Simpson, Lillie & Gresham, PLLC in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Michael Koury's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Michael Koury 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.

Joseph Michael Koury 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.

Joseph Michael Koury is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joseph Michael Koury is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

Joseph Michael Koury is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Insurance Law

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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 Joseph Michael Koury

Where is Joseph Michael Koury's law office located?
Joseph Michael Koury's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Allen, Summers, Simpson, Lillie & Gresham, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Michael Koury handle?
Joseph Michael Koury focuses on employment, business, workers comp, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Joseph Michael Koury practiced law?
Joseph Michael Koury has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Joseph Michael Koury go to law school?
Joseph Michael Koury earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Joseph Michael Koury for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Michael Koury 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 Joseph Michael Koury received?
Joseph Michael Koury's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1993
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1993
Mississippi U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi U.S. District Court, Southern Dist
Admitted: 1994
Tennessee
Admitted: 1995

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