Mark Wayne Raines, Construction Attorney in Germantown, Tennessee
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, General, and Insurance
Germantown, TN
Practicing construction in Germantown since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Mark Wayne Raines is an attorney based in Germantown, TN. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Mark has over 39 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Germantown, TN
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Construction · General · Insurance
- Handles Construction, General, and Insurance matters from Germantown, TN.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Mark Wayne Raines: Mark Wayne Raines is an attorney based in Germantown, TN. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Mark has over 39 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Mark's practice areas in Germantown
Mark concentrates on construction, general, insurance, product liability, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Insurance
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Product Liability
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Workers Comp
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Construction cases in Germantown, Tennessee
Mark takes construction matters in Germantown, 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
General cases in Germantown, Tennessee
Mark takes general matters in Germantown, 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Germantown, Tennessee
Mark takes insurance matters in Germantown, 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Germantown, Tennessee
Mark takes product liability matters in Germantown, 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Germantown, Tennessee
Mark takes workers comp matters in Germantown, 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
Mark Wayne Raines, construction attorney serving Germantown
Mark Wayne Raines is an attorney based in Germantown, TN. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Mark has over 39 years of legal experience. Mark works from Germantown, Tennessee and takes on construction matters across the region.
Mark Wayne Raines is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, products liability, construction law and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 39 years. Mark practices in Germantown, TN.
Mark's approach to construction cases
Mark Wayne Raines is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, products liability, construction law and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 39 years. Mark practices in Germantown, TN.
Clients Mark works with
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, general, and insurance matters in Germantown and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mark studied and practices
Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
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Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Georgia
2019 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2003 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1990 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
1987 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Mark Wayne Raines's office in Germantown
Mark's primary office is at 7532 Nohapa Cv, Germantown, TN, 38138-2118. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Mark Wayne Raines — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Germantown, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Mark
Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark Wayne Raines
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple construction 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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Germantown?
Mark 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 — Mark 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 Mark?
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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new construction clients right now?
Mark'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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