Maria St. John Daugherty, Business Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Education, and Employment
Verso Paper Corp.
Memphis, TN
Practicing business in Memphis since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Maria St. John Daugherty is a verso paper corp. based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Education, and Employment. Maria has over 36 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Business · Education · Employment
- Handles Business, Education, and Employment matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Maria St. John Daugherty: Maria St. John Daugherty is a verso paper corp. based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Education, and Employment. Maria has over 36 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Maria takes on
Maria concentrates on business, education, employment, environmental, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maria handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Maria takes business matters in Memphis, 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 Maria agrees to represent you.
Education cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Maria takes education matters in Memphis, 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 Maria agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Maria takes employment matters in Memphis, 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 Maria agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Maria takes environmental matters in Memphis, 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 Maria agrees to represent you.
General cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Maria takes general matters in Memphis, 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 Maria agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Maria St. John Daugherty — business lawyer in Memphis
Maria St. John Daugherty is a verso paper corp. based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Education, and Employment. Maria has over 36 years of legal experience.
Maria St. John Daugherty is a lawyer practicing antitrust law, business law, corporate counsel and 13 other areas of law. Maria received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years. Maria practices in Memphis, TN.
Maria's approach to business cases
Maria St. John Daugherty is a lawyer practicing antitrust law, business law, corporate counsel and 13 other areas of law. Maria received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years. Maria practices in Memphis, TN.
Clients Maria works with
Maria reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, education, and employment matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Stanford University
J.D. · 1989
Georgetown University
B.S. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Maria's state bar admissions
Tennessee
2007 · ACTIVE
Florida
1992 · ACTIVE
New York
1990 · ACTIVE
Maria studied at J.D. in Stanford University and B.S. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
Maria completed J.D. in Stanford University and B.S. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maria runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Maria St. John Daugherty's office in Memphis
Maria's primary office is at 6077 Primacy Pkwy, Memphis, TN, 38119-5742. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Maria St. John Daugherty — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maria usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maria charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maria'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; Maria will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Memphis, 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 Maria
Maria 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. Maria confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maria'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 Maria St. John Daugherty
How much does it cost to hire Maria for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maria walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maria offer a free consultation?
Maria charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maria's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Maria'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. Maria gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maria take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
Maria 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 — Maria 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 Maria?
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. Maria will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maria accepting new business clients right now?
Maria'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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