
Alan Mark Sowell, General Attorney in Brentwood, Tennessee
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
MemberatTate, Wilson, Johnson, Meyer & Cherry, PLLC
Brentwood, TN
Practicing general in Brentwood since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Alan Mark Sowell is a member based in Brentwood, TN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Alan has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Tate, Wilson, Johnson, Meyer & Cherry, PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- Brentwood, TN
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from Brentwood, TN.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Alan Mark Sowell: Alan Mark Sowell is a member based in Brentwood, TN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Alan has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Tate, Wilson, Johnson, Meyer & Cherry, PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Alan's practice areas in Brentwood
Alan concentrates on general, insurance, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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General cases in Brentwood, Tennessee
Alan takes general matters in Brentwood, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Brentwood, Tennessee
Alan takes insurance matters in Brentwood, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Brentwood, Tennessee
Alan takes personal injury matters in Brentwood, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Alan Mark Sowell, general attorney serving Brentwood
Alan Mark Sowell is a member based in Brentwood, TN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Alan has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Tate, Wilson, Johnson, Meyer & Cherry, PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews. Alan works from Brentwood, Tennessee and takes on general matters across the region.
Alan Mark Sowell is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, transportation. Alan received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Alan practices at Tate, Wilson, Johnson, Meyer & Cherry, PLLC in Brentwood, TN.
How Alan handles general matters
Alan Mark Sowell is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, transportation. Alan received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Alan practices at Tate, Wilson, Johnson, Meyer & Cherry, PLLC in Brentwood, TN.
Who Alan represents
Alan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and personal injury matters in Brentwood and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Alan studied and practices
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
J.D. · 1985
Vanderbilt University
B.A. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Alan's state bar admissions
Tennessee
1985 · ACTIVE
Alan studied at J.D. in Cumberland School of Law of Samford University and B.A. in Vanderbilt University.
Law school and academic background
Alan completed J.D. in Cumberland School of Law of Samford University and B.A. in Vanderbilt University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alan runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Alan's legal honors and published work
Alan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Alan's professional memberships and bar associations
Nashville and Tennessee Bar Associations Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute Federation of Insurance and Corporate Counsel Trucking Industry Defense Association Fellow, Nashville Bar Foundation
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Locations
Alan Mark Sowell's office in Brentwood
Alan's primary office is at 100 Westwood Place, Ste. 120, Brentwood, TN, 37027. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Tate, Wilson, Johnson, Meyer & Cherry, PLLC
100 Westwood Place, Ste. 120
Brentwood, TN 37027
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Client reviews of Alan Mark Sowell — 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
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How to hire Alan Mark Sowell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Brentwood, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alan
Alan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alan Mark Sowell
How much does it cost to hire Alan for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alan offer a free consultation?
Alan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Alan's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alan take my case if I'm outside Brentwood?
Alan is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alan accepting new general clients right now?
Alan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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