Atty. W. Stephen Gardner

Atty. W. Stephen Gardner

W. Stephen Gardner is a lawyer practicing business law, insurance law, labor & employment law.

Memphis Memphis 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (901) 318-4732 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About W. Stephen Gardner at a glance

W. Stephen Gardner is a employment, business, and insurance attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1978). Educated at University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of Tennessee (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • W. Stephen Gardner is a lawyer practicing business law, insurance law, labor & employment law
  • W. Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • W. Stephen practices in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

W. Stephen Gardner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W. Stephen Gardner 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.

W. Stephen Gardner is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

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

W. Stephen Gardner is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

W. Stephen Gardner is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 W. Stephen Gardner

Where is W. Stephen Gardner's law office located?
W. Stephen Gardner's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Stephen Gardner handle?
W. Stephen Gardner focuses on employment, business, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has W. Stephen Gardner practiced law?
W. Stephen Gardner has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did W. Stephen Gardner go to law school?
W. Stephen Gardner earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact W. Stephen Gardner for a consultation?
You can contact W. Stephen Gardner 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 W. Stephen Gardner received?
W. Stephen Gardner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
- 1978
B.S.
University of Tennessee
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1978

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