Marc Jude Shrake, Business Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Insurance
Senior Counsel
Nashville, TN
Practicing business in Nashville since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Marc Jude Shrake is a senior counsel based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Insurance. Marc has over 35 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Nashville, TN
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Insurance
- Handles Business, Employment, and Insurance matters from Nashville, TN.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Marc Jude Shrake: Marc Jude Shrake is a senior counsel based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Insurance. Marc has over 35 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Marc takes on
Marc concentrates on business, employment, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Marc handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Marc 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 Marc agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Marc 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 Marc agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Marc takes insurance 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 Marc agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Marc 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 Marc agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Marc 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 Marc agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Marc Jude Shrake — business lawyer in Nashville
Marc Jude Shrake is a senior counsel based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Insurance. Marc has over 35 years of legal experience.
Mr. Marc Jude Shrake is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment & labor, commercial and 3 other areas of law. Marc received a B.A. degree from College of St. Thomas in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Marc practices in Nashville, TN.
Marc's approach to business cases
Mr. Marc Jude Shrake is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment & labor, commercial and 3 other areas of law. Marc received a B.A. degree from College of St. Thomas in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Marc practices in Nashville, TN.
Who Marc represents
Marc reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and insurance matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Chicago Law School
J.D. · 1991
College of St. Thomas
B.A. Economics · 1988
Jurisdictions
Marc's state bar admissions
Tennessee
2025 · ACTIVE
California U.S. Cour
2002 · ACTIVE
Minnesota
1995 · ACTIVE
Texas
1991 · ACTIVE
Marc studied at J.D. in University of Chicago Law School and B.A. Economics in College of St. Thomas.
Law school and academic background
Marc completed J.D. in University of Chicago Law School and B.A. Economics in College of St. Thomas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Marc runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Marc's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association
Co-Chair, Section: Litigation, Property Subcommittee of Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee Past Vice-Chair, Section: General Practice, Litigation Committee · membership
Locations
Marc Jude Shrake's office in Nashville
Marc's primary office is at 1600 Division St Ste 590, Nashville, TN, 37203-2735. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Marc Jude Shrake — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Marc usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Marc charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marc'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; Marc 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 Marc
Marc 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. Marc confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Marc'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 Marc Jude Shrake
How much does it cost to hire Marc for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Marc walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Marc offer a free consultation?
Marc charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marc's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Marc'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. Marc gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Marc take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Marc 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 — Marc 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 Marc?
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. Marc will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Marc accepting new business clients right now?
Marc'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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