John Tate Spragens, ADR Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Civil Rights, and Consumer
Nashville, TN
Practicing adr in Nashville since 2012.
- 14+
- Years practicing
- 5
- Bar admissions
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John Tate Spragens is an attorney based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Consumer. John has over 14 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Nashville, TN
- Experience
- over 14 years
- Known for
- ADR · Civil Rights · Consumer
- Handles ADR, Civil Rights, and Consumer matters from Nashville, TN.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About John Tate Spragens: John Tate Spragens is an attorney based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Consumer. John has over 14 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by John Tate Spragens
John concentrates on adr, civil rights, consumer, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Civil Rights
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Consumer
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases in Nashville, Tennessee
John takes adr 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.
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.
Consumer cases in Nashville, Tennessee
John takes consumer 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.
Litigation cases in Nashville, Tennessee
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Nashville, Tennessee
John takes personal injury 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 Tate Spragens — Over 14 years of Tennessee adr experience
John Tate Spragens is an attorney based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Consumer. John has over 14 years of legal experience.
John Tate Spragens is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, civil rights, consumer protection and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio in 2004, and has been licensed for 14 years. John practices in Nashville, TN.
How John handles adr matters
John Tate Spragens is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, civil rights, consumer protection and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio in 2004, and has been licensed for 14 years. John practices in Nashville, TN.
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, civil rights, and consumer matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
John Tate Spragens's legal education and bar admissions
Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio
B.A. Magna · 2004
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2016 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2015 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2015 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2014 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
2012 · ACTIVE
John studied at B.A. Magna in Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio.
Law school and academic background
John completed B.A. Magna in Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio. 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 Associations & Memberships •American Association for Justice •American Bar Association •Nashville Bar Association •Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association •Tennessee Bar Association
membership
Locations
John Tate Spragens's office in Nashville
John's primary office is at 915 Rep John Lewis Way S Ste 100, Nashville, TN, 37203-6994. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire John Tate Spragens — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr 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 adr attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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 adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John Tate Spragens
How much does it cost to hire John for a adr 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 adr attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple adr 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 adr 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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