Atty. Melvin J. Malone

Atty. Melvin J. Malone

Mr. Malone focuses his practice on telecommunications, public utilities, governmental relations, commercial litigation and administrative law.

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Profile Summary

About Melvin J. Malone at a glance

Melvin J. Malone is a government and energy attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Butler Snow LLP. Educated at The University of Tennessee (J.D., 1989). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Energy Law (Nashville) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Communications Law (2026). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Mr. Malone focuses his practice on telecommunications, public utilities, governmental relations, commercial litigation and administrative law

Practice Areas Explained

Melvin J. Malone's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

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

Melvin J. Malone is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Tennessee →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Melvin J. Malone is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 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 Melvin J. Malone

Where is Melvin J. Malone's law office located?
Melvin J. Malone's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Butler Snow LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melvin J. Malone handle?
Melvin J. Malone focuses on government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
Where did Melvin J. Malone go to law school?
Melvin J. Malone earned their education at (J.D., 1989).
How can I contact Melvin J. Malone for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Melvin J. Malone received?
Melvin J. Malone's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Energy Law (Nashville); Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law; Best Lawyers in America — Communications Law; Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law; Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice.

Education

J.D.
The University of Tennessee
- 1989

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Energy Law (Nashville)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Communications Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Public Utility
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Telecommunications
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Energy Law (Nashville)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Energy Law (Nashville)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Energy Law (Nashville)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Energy Law (Nashville)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Energy Law (Nashville)
- 2016

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