Lora A. Wuerdeman, Business Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 8 years of legal practice · focused on Business and M&A
Nashville, TN
Practicing business in Nashville since 2018.
- 8+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Lora A. Wuerdeman is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Lora has over 8 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Nashville, TENNESSEE
- Experience
- over 8 years
- Known for
- Business · M&A
- Handles Business and M&A matters from Nashville, TENNESSEE.
- Over 8 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance and Compliance Law (2026).
About Lora A. Wuerdeman: Lora A. Wuerdeman is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Lora has over 8 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lora A. Wuerdeman
Lora concentrates on business and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lora handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Lora 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 Lora agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Lora 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 Lora agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lora A. Wuerdeman — Over 8 years of Tennessee business experience
Lora A. Wuerdeman is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Lora has over 8 years of legal experience.
Lora Wuerdeman counsels clients on corporate and securities issues including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets transactions, and securities regulations matters and filings.
Prior to joining Sherrard Roe, Lora represented clients in corporate and securities matters at a prominent Nashville law firm where she practiced in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, capital markets, and Securities and Exchange Act reporting and compliance.
Lora earned her law degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law and a B.B.A. in management from the University of Mississippi.
How Lora handles business matters
Lora Wuerdeman counsels clients on corporate and securities issues including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets transactions, and securities regulations matters and filings. Prior to joining Sherrard Roe, Lora represented clients in corporate and securities matters at a prominent Nashville law firm where she practiced in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, capital…
The kind of cases Lora takes
Lora reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and m&a matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Lora A. Wuerdeman's legal education and bar admissions
University of Mississippi
J.D. · 2018
University of Mississippi
B.B.A · 2015
Jurisdictions
Lora's state bar admissions
Tennessee, Tennessee
2018 · ACTIVE
Lora studied at J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.B.A in University of Mississippi.
Law school and academic background
Lora completed J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.B.A in University of Mississippi. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lora runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Lora A. Wuerdeman
Lora has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance and Compliance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance and Compliance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026).
Locations
Lora A. Wuerdeman's office in Nashville
Lora's primary office is at 1600 West End Avenue, Suite 1750, Nashville, Tennessee, 37203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Lora A. Wuerdeman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lora usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lora charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lora'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; Lora 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 Lora
Lora 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. Lora confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lora'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 Lora A. Wuerdeman
How much does it cost to hire Lora for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lora walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lora offer a free consultation?
Lora charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lora's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Lora'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. Lora gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lora take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Lora 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 — Lora 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 Lora?
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. Lora will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lora accepting new business clients right now?
Lora'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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