Atty. Nelson Rainey III

Atty. Nelson Rainey III

Nelson Rainey III is a lawyer practicing commercial law, creditor bankruptcy law, insurance defense and 8 other areas of law. Nelson received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Memphis Memphis 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Nelson Rainey III at a glance

Nelson Rainey III is a personal injury, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1997). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1997) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nelson Rainey III is a lawyer practicing commercial law, creditor bankruptcy law, insurance defense and 8 other areas of law
  • Nelson received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Nelson practices in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Nelson Rainey III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nelson Rainey III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Nelson Rainey III is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Nelson Rainey III is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Nelson Rainey III is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Nelson Rainey III is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

Nelson Rainey III 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 Nelson Rainey III

Where is Nelson Rainey III's law office located?
Nelson Rainey III's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nelson Rainey III handle?
Nelson Rainey III focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Nelson Rainey III practiced law?
Nelson Rainey III has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Nelson Rainey III go to law school?
Nelson Rainey III earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Nelson Rainey III for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1997
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1997

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