Bill Wade, Insurance Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatB.J. Wade
Memphis, TN
Practicing insurance in Memphis since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Bill Wade is a member based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Bill has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at B.J. Wade. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Bill Wade: Bill Wade is a member based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Bill has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at B.J. Wade. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Bill Wade
Bill concentrates on insurance, litigation, personal injury, workers comp, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bill handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Business
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Insurance cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Bill takes insurance matters in Memphis, 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 Bill agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Bill takes litigation matters in Memphis, 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 Bill agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Bill takes personal injury matters in Memphis, 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 Bill agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Bill takes workers comp matters in Memphis, 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 Bill agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Bill takes business matters in Memphis, 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 Bill agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Bill Wade — Over 47 years of Tennessee insurance experience
Bill Wade is a member based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Bill has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at B.J. Wade. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Bill Wade is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil trial practice, insurance defense and 4 other areas of law. Bill received a degree from Vanderbilt Law School, and has been licensed for 47 years. Bill practices at B.J. Wade in Memphis, TN.
How Bill handles insurance matters
Bill Wade is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil trial practice, insurance defense and 4 other areas of law. Bill received a degree from Vanderbilt Law School, and has been licensed for 47 years. Bill practices at B.J. Wade in Memphis, TN.
The kind of cases Bill takes
Bill reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Bill Wade's legal education and bar admissions
Vanderbilt Law School
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Jurisdictions
Bill's state bar admissions
Tennessee
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1982 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1979 · ACTIVE
Bill studied at — in Vanderbilt Law School.
Law school and academic background
Bill completed — in Vanderbilt Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bill runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Bill Wade
Bill has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Bill's professional memberships and bar associations
Litigation Section, TBA Members
membership
Locations
Bill Wade's office in Memphis
Bill's primary office is at 50 N. Front St., Ste. 920t, Memphis, TN, 38103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Bill Wade — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Bill. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Memphis.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Bill Wade — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bill usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bill charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bill'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; Bill will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Bill
Bill discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Bill confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bill's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Bill Wade
How much does it cost to hire Bill for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bill walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bill offer a free consultation?
Bill charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bill's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Bill's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Bill gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bill take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
Bill 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 — Bill 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 Bill?
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. Bill will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bill accepting new insurance clients right now?
Bill's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville in Tennessee
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