Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh

Did you know we have multiple offices? You can find Harris Shelton attorneys in East Memphis, Downtown Memphis, Nashville, Covington, TN and Oxford, MS. For details about our office locations and contact information, please visit our website: https://buff.ly/325GMmF.

Taylor Davidson guides individuals and businesses through complicated civil litigation. He specializes in the areas of health care liability defense, professional liability defense, and general civil litigation. Learn more about Taylor: https://harrisshelton.com/attorneys/taylor-b-davidson/

The 2024 Tennessee Bar Association Convention is underway in Memphis! Check out the full schedule of events: https://www.tba.org/?pg=2024_Schedule

Attorney spotlight: Michael Rafferty

In more than 30 years of practice, Michael has appeared at every level of court, including the U.S. Supreme Court and all courts in Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi, trying jury cases in small towns and large cities and successfully arguing appeals in the highest courts of these states and the federal appellate courts.

Learn more: https://harrisshelton.com/attorneys/michael-rafferty/

Events like this put Memphis on the map! Registration opened on Wednesday, June 5 for the 2024 St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend. As the largest single-day fundraiser for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, this event will bring more than 22,000 people to Memphis – representing all 50 states and more than 75 countries.

Registration opens for 2024 St. Jude Marathon Weekend Organizers anticipate this year’s event will bring more than 22,000 people to Memphis, representing all 50 states and more than 75 countries.

We’re looking forward to celebrating 150 years of legal excellence in Memphis!

Harris Shelton is proud to be a member of the Memphis Bar Association 100 Club, recognizing firms that have 100% of their attorneys as members of the MBA.

Purchase your tickets now! It will be a night to remember. https://www.memphisbar.org/150

The Memphis Bar Foundation is the charitable foundation affiliated with the Memphis Bar Association. Tricia Adrian joins this prestigious group of individuals recognized for their service to the legal profession and the community.

Harris Shelton attorney Jacob Swatley shared his expert insights with The Daily Memphian. Are you prepared for the upcoming changes to noncompete agreements?

Guest column: Navigating new noncompete agreements Opinion by Jacob Swatley: The FTC's new rule on noncompete agreements is set to take effect Sept. 4. It's essential for both employers and employees to understand it.

Have you been following this news? On May 22, a Shelby County judge blocked a potential foreclosure sale of Elvis Presley's Graceland. The company dropped the effort at that point.

Judge blocks potential Graceland sale A Shelby County judge blocked a potential foreclosure sale of Graceland Wednesday, May 22.

The Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association annual conference will be in Memphis this year! We're honored to welcome an esteemed group of attendees to our great city.

We have homework for you: now is the time to plan your trip to our Annual Convention if you haven't yet!

RSVP, reserve your room, book your flight, and take care of whatever else needs to happen for you to join us next month in Memphis.

https://bit.ly/2024-TTLA
https://bit.ly/2024-TTLA-agenda

Less than one month to the best get together of the year!
Plus: we will announce all the new Board members and winners of the 2024 TTLA Awards.

Ready? Take the weekend to be!

Neal Graham has represented clients in connection with multiple business transactions such as mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt financing transactions, corporate and limited liability company/partnership formations and reorganizations, executive compensation, and state and federal income taxation issues. Learn more about him: https://harrisshelton.com/attorneys/neal-graham/

Tens of thousands of students across Tennessee are awaiting the results of their standardized tests, which will set off a fast-moving timeline to determine whether they're held back under a new state reading and retention law.

Tennessee's third-grade reading law: What to know about TCAP scores, retention and more Tennessee third and fourth graders will navigate the effects of a reading and retention law over the summer.

It's an honor to support and celebrate this incredible Memphis Bar Association milestone!

Our list of Bronze Sponsors is growing! Thank you to the following firms for their support of the 150th Anniversary! memphisbar.org/150

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In this article, Tennessee Bar Association President Jim Barry shares his thoughts on how to attain work/life balance and attorney wellness: https://www.tba.org/?pg=TennesseeBarJournal&pubAction=viewIssue&pubIssueID=39349&pubIssueItemID=231673

Our services are customized because each client’s situation is unique. Learn more: https://harrisshelton.com/

Please join us in congratulating Tricia Adrian on being named a 2024 Fellow!

The Memphis Bar Foundation annually selects attorneys and judges as Fellows in recognition of their service to the legal profession and community and their adherence to the highest standards of professional conduct. Approximately 1% of Memphis area attorneys and judges are invited to join each year.

The Memphis Bar Association 150th anniversary celebration continues! Register to attend an exciting and insightful historical tour of the Shelby County Courthouse below.

Learn something new about the Shelby County Courthouse built in 1909! Join Memphis Historian Jimmy Rout for an in depth CLE & tour of the courthouse at 140 Adams. FREE FOR MBA MEMBERS! Sponsored by Shelby County Attorney's Office. LIMITIED SPOTS AVAILABLE https://memphisbar.org/150cletour

This was such a fun and impactful event to be a part of! We're proud to support the communities we live and work in.

The Tipton County Carl Perkins Center provides support to families in preventing and dealing with child abuse in West Tennessee and to help both parents and children meet the practical needs of preserving and improving the quality of family life.

As a Memphis Bar Association Fellow, Abigail Sala has been volunteering at Porter-Leath. Check out these big, sweet smiles! We're grateful for our incredible community.

Although Tax Day has passed, it's important to be mindful of your tax situation all year long. Our tax practice focuses on developing long-term relationships with our clients, both businesses and individuals, allowing for a more in-depth knowledge of our clients’ needs.

Tax Law - Harris Shelton The Harris Shelton tax law group has decades of experience working with both simple and complex tax issues facing clients. Whether you are seeking assistance with tax planning to minimize your tax liabilities or facing a tax audit in the courtroom, Harris Shelton has a team of professionals that can...

We couldn't pass up an opportunity to catch the eclipse on Monday!

Did you know? You can mail in your 2024 eclipse glasses so they can be used by school kids in Latin America to experience the South American Eclipse in October. We're collecting them at our East Memphis office.

The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office issued a warning to consumers regarding the upcoming solar eclipse, reminding Tennesseans that where you buy your viewing gear matters.

The below contains a list of reliable sellers and distributors whose products meet specific international safety standards.

TN AG’s Division of Consumer Affairs Issues Consumer Alert Ahead of April 8th Solar Eclipse NASHVILLE – On Wednesday, the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office issued the following warning to consumers regarding the upcoming solar eclipse.

We're so proud to support the incredible work that Memphis Bar Association has been doing for 150 years!

150th sponsors are growing! Be a part of the celebration! https://www.memphisbar.org/150 Thank you to the following:
Hickman Goza & Spragins, Bailey & Greer, Shelby County Attorney's Office, Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, City of Memphis, Edward Bearman, Greg Siskind, & St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

In March, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee was joined by legislative leadership and music industry professionals as he signed the Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security (ELVIS) Act, first-of-its-kind legislation updating Tennessee’s Protection of Personal Rights law to include protections or songwriters, performers, and music industry professionals’ voice from the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI).

PHOTOS: Gov. Lee Signs ELVIS Act Into Law NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee was joined by legislative leadership and music industry professionals as he signed the Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security (ELVIS) Act, first-of-its-kind legislation updating Tennessee’s Protection of Personal Rights law to include pro...

For more information on Max Shelton's life and legacy, as well as arrangements, please see below.

Joe Shelton Obituary (2024) - Memphis, TN - The Daily Memphian View Joe "Max" Shelton's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Max Shelton, esteemed colleague and cherished member of the Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh family. Max’s dedication, integrity, and unwavering commitment to excellence have left an indelible mark on our firm and the legal community at large. His sharp intellect, kindness, and mentorship have touched the lives of many.

As we reflect on Max’s profound contributions to our firm and the legal profession, we remember him not only for his legal acumen, but also for his warmth, humor, and genuine camaraderie. His presence will be deeply missed, and his legacy will continue to inspire us.

During this difficult time, our thoughts are with Max’s family, friends, and peers as we mourn the loss of a remarkable individual. Rest in peace, Max Shelton.

Read more: https://harrisshelton.com/in-memoriam-max-shelton/

Thank you to The Commercial Appeal for sharing the news of our legal team expansion, featuring Williamson Brandt and Ameshia Forrest: https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/money/business/2024/03/14/memphis-business-news-promotions-hirings-achievers-and-company-news/72938660007/

In a new analysis of data from the EEOC, the Tennessean found that for every 100,000 people working in the state in 2022, 89.5 filed formal charges with the EEOC. Only Illinois had a higher rate.

Tennessee workers file workplace discrimination charges at second highest rate Tennessee's place near the top of the list can likely be explained in part by the state's lack of robust worker protections, one expert says.

Members of our legal team spent part of last week in Miami for the 2024 DRI Medical Liability and Health Care Law Seminar.

Harris Shelton attorneys Amber Shaw and Henry Talbot secured a win defending Tipton County Election Commission and its commissioners in a legal battle over Mason, Tennessee mayoral election eligibility. Thomas Burrell’s pursuit to be placed on the ballot was met with multiple failed results across the U.S. District Court, Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, Tipton County Chancery Court, and Tennessee Court of Appeals. Procedural matters ultimately took center stage as the case concluded in the Election Commission’s favor.

Harris Shelton Attorneys Defend Tipton County Election Commission - Harris Shelton In a recent legal battle, Harris Shelton attorneys Amber Shaw and Henry Talbot successfully defended the Tipton County Election Commission and its individual commissioners.