Charles W. Cagle, Education Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Education and Government · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
ShareholderatLewis Thomason, P.C.
Nashville, TN
Practicing education in Nashville since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 6
- Bar admissions
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Charles W. Cagle is a shareholder based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Education and Government. Charles has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis Thomason, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Nashville, TN
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Education · Government
- Handles Education and Government matters from Nashville, TN.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Charles W. Cagle: Charles W. Cagle is a shareholder based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Education and Government. Charles has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis Thomason, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Charles's practice areas in Nashville
Charles concentrates on education and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Charles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Education cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Charles takes education matters in Nashville, 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.
Government cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Charles takes government matters in Nashville, 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 W. Cagle, education attorney serving Nashville
Charles W. Cagle is a shareholder based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Education and Government. Charles has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis Thomason, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Charles works from Nashville, Tennessee and takes on education matters across the region.
Charles W. (Chuck) Cagle is a shareholder member of the Education Law and Government Relations Practice Group and practices statewide from the Nashville office of the firm. The education law group represents over 70 public boards of education, private schools, charter schools, private universities and a private medical school. Mr. Cagle also serves as the general counsel for the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents (TOSS).
Practice Areas Covered in the Group Include:
•Employment of licensed and classified employees
•Employee and student discipline
•Employee and student rights
•Special education and disability accommodations
•Constitutional issues
•Civil rights issues
•School desegregation
•School system consolidation
•School system business practices
•School funding and taxation
•School construction
•State and Federal Regulation
•Education-Related Litigation
In addition, Mr. Cagle served as an adjunct professor at Vanderbilt Peabody College of Education and Human Development and Tennessee Technological University teaching master’s and doctoral level courses in K-12 education law, public policy, and the law of higher education.
PROFESSIONAL HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
•AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell
•Selected by American Lawyer Media and Martindale-Hubbell as an Elite Lawyer of the South
•Named to The Best Lawyers in America, Education Law, Tennessee
•fellow of the Nashville Bar Association
•Historical Committee of the Nashville Bar Association
•Government Relations Committee, Nashville Bar Association
•Federal Practice Committee, Nashville Bar Association
•Public member for the State of Tennessee on the Board of Trustees of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools - Commission on Colleges
•Distinguished Adjunct Faculty Award - Vanderbilt Peabody College
•Chair of the External Board of Visitors, Tennessee Technological University College of Interdisciplinary Studies and Regional Development
•Board Member, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Center at Tennessee Technological University
•Recipient of the Kip Reel Award for Educational Leadership given by the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents
•Recipient, Tennessee Technological University Outstanding Service Award
•Recipient, Tennessee Technological University College of Education Distinguished Alumni Award
•Board of Directors, Tennessee Business Roundtable - Chair of the Education Committee
•Board of Directors, Tennessee SCORE (State Collaborative on Reform of Education)
•Board of Directors, Nashville Symphony Orchestra
•Board of Directors, League of American Orchestras
•Board of Directors, Association of Major Symphony Orchestra Volunteers
Charles's approach to education cases
Charles W. (Chuck) Cagle is a shareholder member of the Education Law and Government Relations Practice Group and practices statewide from the Nashville office of the firm. The education law group represents over 70 public boards of education, private schools, charter schools, private universities and a private medical school. Mr. Cagle also serves as the general counsel for the Tennessee…
The kind of cases Charles takes
Charles reviews new inquiries case-by-case for education and government matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Charles studied and practices
Nashville School of Law
J.D. · 1989
Tennessee Technological University
B.S. Tennessee · 1978
Jurisdictions
Charles's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1998 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1997 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
1989 · ACTIVE
Charles studied at J.D. in Nashville School of Law and B.S. Tennessee in Tennessee Technological University.
Law school and academic background
Charles completed J.D. in Nashville School of Law and B.S. Tennessee in Tennessee Technological University. 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 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Charles W. Cagle's office in Nashville
Charles's primary office is at 424 Church Street, Suite 2500, Nashville, TN, 37219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Charles W. Cagle — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Charles. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing education attorneys in Nashville.
5.0
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How to hire Charles W. Cagle — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new education 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 education attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many education 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 education practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every education 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 education practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Charles W. Cagle
How much does it cost to hire Charles for a education 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 education attorneys offer free consults — check Charles's current terms during booking.
How long do education cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple education 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 Nashville?
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 education 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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