Douglas Ray Pierce, Civil Rights Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Entertainment · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatKing & Ballow
Nashville, TN
Practicing civil rights in Nashville since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Douglas Ray Pierce is a member based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Entertainment. Douglas has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at King & Ballow. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Nashville, TN
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Employment · Entertainment
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Entertainment matters from Nashville, TN.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Douglas Ray Pierce: Douglas Ray Pierce is a member based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Entertainment. Douglas has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at King & Ballow. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Douglas takes on
Douglas concentrates on civil rights, employment, entertainment, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Employment
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Entertainment
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General
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Litigation
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Civil Rights cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Douglas takes civil rights 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Douglas takes employment 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Douglas takes entertainment 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
General cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Douglas 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Douglas takes litigation 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Douglas Ray Pierce — civil rights lawyer in Nashville
Douglas Ray Pierce is a member based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Entertainment. Douglas has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at King & Ballow. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Douglas Ray Pierce is a lawyer practicing advertising, employment & labor, transportation and 4 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Morehead State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years. Douglas practices at King & Ballow in Nashville, TN.
Working with Douglas on a civil rights matter
Douglas Ray Pierce is a lawyer practicing advertising, employment & labor, transportation and 4 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Morehead State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years. Douglas practices at King & Ballow in Nashville, TN.
Clients Douglas works with
Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and entertainment matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
J.D. · 1982
Morehead State University
B.A. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Douglas's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1989 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1985 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
1982 · ACTIVE
Douglas studied at J.D. in University of Tennessee at Knoxville and B.A. in Morehead State University.
Law school and academic background
Douglas completed J.D. in University of Tennessee at Knoxville and B.A. in Morehead State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Douglas runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Douglas has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Douglas's professional memberships and bar associations
TBA Members
membership
Locations
Douglas Ray Pierce's office in Nashville
Douglas's primary office is at 26 Century Blvd., Ste. NT700, Nashville, TN, 37214. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Douglas Ray Pierce — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Douglas. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing civil rights attorneys in Nashville.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Douglas Ray Pierce — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Douglas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Douglas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas'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; Douglas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Douglas
Douglas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Douglas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Douglas Ray Pierce
How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Douglas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Douglas offer a free consultation?
Douglas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Douglas 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 — Douglas 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 Douglas?
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. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Douglas accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Douglas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville in Tennessee
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