
Chase Cole, Business Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Health Care · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratWaller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP
Nashville, TN
Practicing business in Nashville since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Chase Cole is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Chase has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Nashville, TN
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Health Care
- Handles Business, General, and Health Care matters from Nashville, TN.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Chase Cole: Chase Cole is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Chase has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Chase takes on
Chase concentrates on business, general, health care, m&a, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chase handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Chase takes business 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 Chase agrees to represent you.
General cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Chase takes general 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 Chase agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Chase takes health care 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 Chase agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Chase takes m&a 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 Chase agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Chase takes securities 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 Chase agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Chase Cole — business lawyer in Nashville
Chase Cole is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Chase has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Chase Cole is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, mergers & acquisitions and 7 other areas of law. Chase received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Chase practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Nashville, TN.
Chase's approach to business cases
Chase Cole is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, mergers & acquisitions and 7 other areas of law. Chase received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Chase practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Nashville, TN.
Clients Chase works with
Chase reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and health care matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Vanderbilt University
J.D. · 1979
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
A.B. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Chase's state bar admissions
Tennessee
1979 · ACTIVE
Chase studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University and A.B. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Law school and academic background
Chase completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University and A.B. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Chase runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Chase has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Chase's professional memberships and bar associations
Nashville Bar Foundation Former Chairman, Community Relations and Corporate and Commercial Practice Committees of the Nashville Bar Association Chair, 2002 Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee Annual Campaign Member, Dean's Council of the Vanderbilt Univ
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Past Chairman of the Board •Member, Leadership Nashville Class of 1998-99 •Former Member, Board of Directors and Executive Committee of the Nashville Symphony Association, also serving as Chair of its 2001-2002 Annual Fundraising Campaign •Chairman, 1997
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Locations
Chase Cole's office in Nashville
Chase's primary office is at Nashville City Center, 511 Union Street, Suite 2700, Nashville, TN, 37219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP
Nashville City Center, 511 Union Street, Suite 2700
Nashville, TN 37219
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Client reviews of Chase Cole — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Chase. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Nashville.
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How to hire Chase Cole — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Chase usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Chase charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chase'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; Chase will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Chase
Chase discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Chase confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Chase's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Chase Cole
How much does it cost to hire Chase for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chase walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Chase offer a free consultation?
Chase charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chase's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Chase's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple business 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. Chase gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Chase take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Chase 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 — Chase 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 Chase?
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. Chase will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Chase accepting new business clients right now?
Chase'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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