Atty. Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez

Atty. Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez

Robert K. Alvarez is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee .

Memphis Memphis 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (901) 525-1455 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez at a glance

Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez is a tax and health care attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Harris Shelton PLLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar (1978) and Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association (1980). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1978) and University of Mississippi (B.B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert K. Alvarez is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee
  • His practice includes Health Care Law and Tax Law, and he has been recognized by Best Lawyers for his work in these areas
  • Robert became counsel at Harris Shelton in 2022 and has more than four decades of legal experience
  • He was admitted to the Mississippi bar in 1978, the Tennessee bar in 1980, and the United States Tax Court in 1985
  • His practice encompasses estate planning, business and corporate planning, tax matters, and health care law
  • In his estate planning practice, Robert assists individuals and families with planning for the management and transfer of wealth
  • His work includes structuring complex estates, preparing trusts, establishing family limited partnerships and private foundations, and addressing matters such as durable powers of attorney and living wills
  • Robert also advises businesses on a range of transactional and tax-related matters
  • His experience includes mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt financing, corporate and LLC formations, executive compensation planning, leasing arrangements, and state and federal income tax considerations
  • In addition, Robert works with clients in the health care industry on legal and regulatory matters
  • His work in Health Care Law includes assisting with business formation, financing arrangements, regulatory compliance, joint ventures, management service organizations, physician group matters, and issues involving managed care organizations
  • Robert has also represented clients in tax controversies with the Internal Revenue Service, including disputes over tax assessments and the resolution of alleged tax deficiencies

Practice Areas Explained

Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez

Where is Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez's law office located?
Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Harris Shelton PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez handle?
Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez focuses on tax, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez practiced law?
Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez go to law school?
Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.B.A.); (J.D.).
How can I contact Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez for a consultation?
You can contact Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez 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 Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez received?
Robert K. "Bob" Alvarez's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent - Martindale-Hubbell; Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyer.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1978
B.B.A.
University of Mississippi
- In Progress
J.D.
New York University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent - Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyer
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar
Admitted: 1978
Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association
Admitted: 1980

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