John Edwin Gerth, Civil Rights Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Employment
PartneratWaller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP
Nashville, TN
Practicing civil rights in Nashville since 2005.
- 21+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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John Edwin Gerth is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Employment. John has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP.
- Based in
- Nashville, TN
- Experience
- over 21 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Class Action · Employment
- Handles Civil Rights, Class Action, and Employment matters from Nashville, TN.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About John Edwin Gerth: John Edwin Gerth is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Employment. John has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by John Edwin Gerth
John concentrates on civil rights, class action, employment, energy, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Class Action
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Employment
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Energy
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General
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Health Care
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Civil Rights cases in Nashville, Tennessee
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Nashville, Tennessee
John takes class action 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 John agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Nashville, Tennessee
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Nashville, Tennessee
John takes energy 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 John agrees to represent you.
General cases in Nashville, Tennessee
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
About John Edwin Gerth — Over 21 years of Tennessee civil rights experience
John Edwin Gerth is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Employment. John has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP.
John Edwin Gerth is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, health care, discrimination and 10 other areas of law. John Edwin received a B.A. degree from Belmont University, and has been licensed for 21 years. John Edwin practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Nashville, TN.
How John handles civil rights matters
John Edwin Gerth is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, health care, discrimination and 10 other areas of law. John Edwin received a B.A. degree from Belmont University, and has been licensed for 21 years. John Edwin practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Nashville, TN.
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, class action, and employment matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
John Edwin Gerth's legal education and bar admissions
Tennessee College of Law
JD · 2005
Belmont University B.A.
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Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
Tennessee U.S. Court
2005 · ACTIVE
John studied at JD in Tennessee College of Law and — in Belmont University B.A..
Law school and academic background
John completed JD in Tennessee College of Law and — in Belmont University B.A.. 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.
Affiliations
John's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional •Young Leaders Council, Fall 2010 Class •Guest Lecturer, Vanderbilt University Law School
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Locations
John Edwin Gerth's office in Nashville
John'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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How to hire John Edwin Gerth — 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 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 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 John
John 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. 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 civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John Edwin Gerth
How much does it cost to hire John for a civil rights 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 civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check John'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. 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 Nashville?
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 civil rights 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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