Atty. Richard E Collins

Atty. Richard E Collins

Richard E Collins practices at Collins Law PLC Read Full Bio

Knoxville Knoxville 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Knoxville, TN · 21+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Richard E Collins at a Glance

Richard E Collins is a Managing Partner based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Collins Law PLC. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U. (2005). Educated at University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law J.D. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Young Lawyers Division Labor and Employment Law Section Litigation Section. Serves clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Richard E Collins

Richard E Collins practices at Collins Law PLC Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

Richard E Collins's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E Collins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Knoxville.

Employment Law in Knoxville

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

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Civil Litigation in Knoxville

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

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Civil Rights in Knoxville

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Knoxville

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 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.

Knoxville Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Knoxville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Richard E Collins

Where is Richard E Collins's law office located?
Richard E Collins's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Collins Law PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard E Collins handle?
Richard E Collins focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Richard E Collins practiced law?
Richard E Collins has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Richard E Collins go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Richard E Collins received?
Richard E Collins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Knoxville Choose Richard E Collins

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Richard E Collins's practice in the field of employment, litigation, and civil rights.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Richard E Collins brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering employment, litigation, and civil rights, Richard E Collins can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Knoxville

A Knoxville-based practice means Richard E Collins attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Richard E Collins Handles in Knoxville

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Richard E Collins has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Wrongful termination claims
Employment
Workplace discrimination
Employment
Wage and hour disputes
Employment
Non-compete agreement review
Employment

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Richard E Collins directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Richard E Collins's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

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University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law J.D.
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Awards & Professional Honors

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Tennessee U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.
Admitted: 2005

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