Atty. Michael Scott Shipwash

Atty. Michael Scott Shipwash

Michael Scott Shipwash is a lawyer practicing labor & employment law, civil rights, litigation - general civil practice and 9 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from Memphis Cecil C.

Knoxville Knoxville 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Scott Shipwash at a glance

Michael Scott Shipwash is a car accidents, personal injury, employment, motorcycle, and slip & fall attorney based in Knoxville, Tennessee. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1998). Educated at University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (JD, 1997) and Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Scott Shipwash is a lawyer practicing labor & employment law, civil rights, litigation - general civil practice and 9 other areas of law
  • Michael received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Michael practices in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Scott Shipwash's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Scott Shipwash handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Scott Shipwash is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Tennessee →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Michael Scott Shipwash is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Employment Law

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

Michael Scott Shipwash is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Motorcycle Accidents

Michael Scott Shipwash is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Tennessee →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Michael Scott Shipwash is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Knoxville 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 Michael Scott Shipwash

Where is Michael Scott Shipwash's law office located?
Michael Scott Shipwash's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Scott Shipwash handle?
Michael Scott Shipwash focuses on car accidents, personal injury, employment, motorcycle, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Michael Scott Shipwash practiced law?
Michael Scott Shipwash has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Michael Scott Shipwash go to law school?
Michael Scott Shipwash earned their education at (JD, 1997); (—).
How can I contact Michael Scott Shipwash for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Scott Shipwash received?
Michael Scott Shipwash's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

JD
University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
- 1997
Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
- In Progress

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1998

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