Litigation: General Commercial - Tennessee
What the team is known for
Baker Donelson retains a comprehensive commercial disputes practice in Tennessee, with considerable experience handling intellectual property, bankruptcy, securities and wider business tort claims. It enjoys a strong reputation for its adroit handling of medical malpractice claims, acting for a range of medical professionals, hospitals and healthcare systems. The firm's areas of expertise also include contractual disputes.
Strengths
"All of the lawyers at Baker Donelson are knowledgeable, prompt in their replies and they get the job done."
"The team at Baker Donelson is incredibly reliable, has the right experience and is easy to work with."
Notable practitioners
Brigid Carpenter often handles product liability cases and general commercial disputes on behalf of clients in the insurance, healthcare and transportation sectors. In addition to her client work she is managing shareholder of Baker Donelson's Nashville office.
Christy Crider chairs the healthcare litigation team and handles a range of medical malpractice claims from the firm's Nashville office. She is especially noted for her work representing senior living facilities and nursing homes. She is also well experienced assisting with product liability issues.
Gary Shockley handles class action and single-plaintiff claims involving entities in the healthcare and construction industries, among others. "Gary Shockley is one of the best lawyers I know. I recommend him wholeheartedly." "Gary Shockley is very calm, experienced and cerebral. He's an A+ lawyer."
John Hicks has longstanding expertise as a trial lawyer, handling class actions, business torts and shareholder disputes. Based in Nashville, his client base includes automobile manufacturers as well as insurance companies.
Caldwell Collins leads Baker Donelson's Managed Care Litigation group and often advises her healthcare clients on payor disputes and professional liability actions. "Caldwell Collins is a fantastic partner to our company." "Caldwell is an experienced attorney who understands what small businesses need from their lawyers. She is fantastic to work with."
