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Charles B. "Chuck" Lee, Employment Attorney in Chattanooga, Tennessee

focused on Employment and Litigation

Chattanooga, TN

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Charles B. "Chuck" Lee is an attorney based in Chattanooga, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Based in
Chattanooga, TENNESSEE
Experience
attorney
Known for
Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Chattanooga, TENNESSEE.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Chattanooga) (2026).

About Charles B. "Chuck" Lee: Charles B. "Chuck" Lee is an attorney based in Chattanooga, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Charles's practice areas in Chattanooga

Charles concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Charles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Charles takes employment matters in Chattanooga, 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 Charles agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Charles takes litigation matters in Chattanooga, 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 Charles agrees to represent you.

Biography

Charles B. "Chuck" Lee, employment attorney serving Chattanooga

Charles B. "Chuck" Lee is an attorney based in Chattanooga, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Charles works from Chattanooga, Tennessee and takes on employment matters across the region.

Charles (Chuck) Lee, Vice-Chair of the firm's Litigation Practice and Co-Chair of the firm's Labor & Employment Practice, has been with Miller & Martin since 1985 and concentrates his practice primarily on employment law, corporate/commercial litigation and federal agency investigations.

In the employment law practice area, Chuck is lead defense counsel for a number of major companies and other employers in connection with wrongful discharge, discrimination, retaliation, FLSA, ADA, FMLA and whistleblower claims. He has coordinated responses to charges of employment discrimination filed with EEOC and analogous state and local agencies, including on-site investigations by agency investigators. He advises employers with respect to minimizing exposure in connection with reductions-in-force (RIFs), workforce restructurings and day-to-day employment issues. He assists employers in designing, implementing and enforcing alternative dispute resolution (ADR) programs, including mandatory pre-dispute arbitration agreements. He also advises clients on conducting corporate and workplace investigations, including federal and state agency investigations.

In connection with commercial litigation, he served as lead counsel for the FDIC as receiver of a number of failed financial institutions in connection with multi-million dollar commercial disputes as well as professional liability investigations, lawsuits and related insurance coverage issues. He has handled insurance coverage disputes pertaining to D&O insurance and fidelity bond claims.

Chuck also is a Rule 31 certified civil mediator and has served as an advocate in over 100 successful mediations. He has been AV® Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and is admitted to practice in Tennessee and Georgia state and federal courts. He has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America© for Labor and Employment Law since 2010 and was selected in the 2020 Edition of Best Lawyers® as Labor & Employment Litigation "Lawyer of the Year" for the Chattanooga, Tennessee market.

Charles's approach to employment cases

Charles (Chuck) Lee, Vice-Chair of the firm's Litigation Practice and Co-Chair of the firm's Labor & Employment Practice, has been with Miller & Martin since 1985 and concentrates his practice primarily on employment law, corporate/commercial litigation and federal agency investigations. In the employment law practice area, Chuck is lead defense counsel for a number of major companies and other…

Clients Charles works with

Charles reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Chattanooga and the surrounding Tennessee area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Charles studied and practices

  • University of Georgia

    J.D. · 1985

  • University of Georgia

Jurisdictions

Charles's state bar admissions

  • Georgia, Georgia

    ACTIVE

  • Tennessee, Tennessee

    ACTIVE

Charles studied at J.D. in University of Georgia and — in University of Georgia.

Law school and academic background

Charles completed J.D. in University of Georgia and — in University of Georgia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Charles runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Charles's legal honors and published work

Charles has received 11 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Chattanooga)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Chattanooga)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Chattanooga)

    2023

  • Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Chattanooga)

    2023

  • Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Chattanooga)

    2021

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Chattanooga)

    2020

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Management

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Chattanooga) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Chattanooga) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Chattanooga) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Chattanooga) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Chattanooga) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Chattanooga) (2020).

Locations

Charles B. "Chuck" Lee's office in Chattanooga

Charles's primary office is at 832 Georgia Avenue, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37402-2289. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

832 Georgia Avenue

Chattanooga, Tennessee 37402-2289

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Hiring guide

How to hire Charles B. "Chuck" Lee — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Charles usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Charles charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles'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; Charles will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Chattanooga, Tennessee

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Charles

Charles discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Charles confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Charles's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Charles B. "Chuck" Lee

  • How much does it cost to hire Charles for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Charles walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Charles offer a free consultation?

    Charles charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Charles's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Tennessee typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Charles gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Charles take my case if I'm outside Chattanooga?

    Charles 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 — Charles 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 Charles?

    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. Charles will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Charles accepting new employment clients right now?

    Charles'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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