Atty. Richard Lee Colbert

Atty. Richard Lee Colbert

Richard Lee Colbert is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, employment law, appellate law and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Franklin Franklin 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Lee Colbert at a glance

Richard Lee Colbert is a Member based in Franklin, Tennessee, practicing at Thompson Burton Pllc. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, education, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1981) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee, U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth and Eighth Circuits (1981). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1981) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nashville, Tennessee and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Franklin, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard Lee Colbert is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, employment law, appellate law and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Richard practices at Thompson Burton PLLC in Franklin, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Lee Colbert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Lee Colbert 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.

Richard Lee Colbert is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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Richard Lee Colbert is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Richard Lee Colbert is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Tennessee →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Richard Lee Colbert is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Tennessee →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Richard Lee Colbert is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Franklin 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 Richard Lee Colbert

Where is Richard Lee Colbert's law office located?
Richard Lee Colbert's law practice is located in Franklin, Tennessee. The firm is Thompson Burton Pllc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Lee Colbert handle?
Richard Lee Colbert focuses on employment, litigation, education, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Richard Lee Colbert practiced law?
Richard Lee Colbert has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Richard Lee Colbert go to law school?
Richard Lee Colbert earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Richard Lee Colbert for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Lee Colbert 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 Richard Lee Colbert received?
Richard Lee Colbert's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1981
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee, U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth and Eighth Circuits
Admitted: 1981

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