John E. Winters, Employment Attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee
focused on Employment, Health Care, and Insurance
Knoxville, TN
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John E. Winters is an attorney based in Knoxville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Insurance.
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- Knoxville, TENNESSEE
- Experience
- attorney
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- Employment · Health Care · Insurance
- Handles Employment, Health Care, and Insurance matters from Knoxville, TENNESSEE.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Knoxville) (2026).
About John E. Winters: John E. Winters is an attorney based in Knoxville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Insurance.
Areas of practice
John's practice areas in Knoxville
John concentrates on employment, health care, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Employment cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
John takes employment matters in Knoxville, 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 John agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
John takes health care matters in Knoxville, 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 John agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
John takes insurance matters in Knoxville, 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 John agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
John takes litigation matters in Knoxville, 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
John E. Winters, employment attorney serving Knoxville
John E. Winters is an attorney based in Knoxville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Insurance. John works from Knoxville, Tennessee and takes on employment matters across the region.
John E. Winters, an effective trial lawyer with over 23 years of experience, focuses his practice in the areas of Labor and Employment and Commercial Litigation. His vast knowledge and experience coupled with a common sense approach to resolving disputes is vital to helping his clients save not only money but also valuable time away from their businesses. He takes the time to understand his clients' needs and legal goals and looks for cost-effective solutions that will get them the results they want.
For those cases that require court action, Mr. Winters has extensive trial experience. He has served as lead counsel in approximately 50 jury trials throughout Tennessee, and represented clients in cases filed in Ohio, South Carolina, Kentucky, Florida, Indiana and West Virginia. He has also served as lead counsel in many non-jury, arbitrations and administrative hearings.
The Best Lawyers in America, a highly regarded peer-review publication, first selected Mr. Winters for inclusion to its list in 2011 for Labor and Employment and Insurance Law. He has received this distinction every year since.
Mid-South Super Lawyers recognized Mr. Winters in the field of Civil Litigation - Defense in 2014 and 2015.
Martindale Hubbell has awarded Mr. Winters an AV Rating.
In his Labor and Employment practice, besides providing litigation assistance, Mr. Winters gives general employment law advice, provides training and represents companies in a wide array of matters before state and federal administrative agencies. His practice includes the following issues:
- Discrimination
- Harassment
- Non-Competition Agreements
- Contract Disputes
- Retaliation
- Trade Secrets
In his Commercial Litigation practice, he represents companies as well as individuals in federal and state courts and arbitration proceedings.
Mr. Winters was selected by the United States Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in 2014 to serve as a member of the Merit Selection Panel for the Eastern District of Tennessee. In this position, Mr. Winters played a role in the selection of two Bankruptcy Court judges for the Eastern District of Tennessee.
How John handles employment matters
John E. Winters, an effective trial lawyer with over 23 years of experience, focuses his practice in the areas of Labor and Employment and Commercial Litigation. His vast knowledge and experience coupled with a common sense approach to resolving disputes is vital to helping his clients save not only money but also valuable time away from their businesses. He takes the time to understand his…
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, health care, and insurance matters in Knoxville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where John studied and practices
The University of Memphis
J.D. · 1993
The University of Tennessee
BA · 1990
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
Tennessee, Tennessee
ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in The University of Memphis and BA in The University of Tennessee.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in The University of Memphis and BA in The University of Tennessee. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
John's legal honors and published work
John has received 15 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Knoxville)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Knoxville)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Knoxville)
2022
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Knoxville)
2020
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Knoxville)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Knoxville)
2017
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Knoxville)
2014
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Knoxville)
2013
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — City View Top Attorney 2009 - 2012
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Knoxville) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Knoxville) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Knoxville) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Knoxville) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Knoxville) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Knoxville) (2017).
Locations
John E. Winters's office in Knoxville
John's primary office is at 800 South Gay Street, Suite 2500, Knoxville, Tennessee, 37929. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire John E. Winters — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Knoxville, 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 John
John 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John'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 John E. Winters
How much does it cost to hire John for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check John'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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Knoxville?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new employment clients right now?
John'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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