Rose Park Cantrell, Civil Rights Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, General, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Retired PartneratParker, Lawrence, Cantrell & Smith
Nashville, TN
Practicing civil rights in Nashville since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Rose Park Cantrell is a retired partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Litigation. Rose has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Parker, Lawrence, Cantrell & Smith. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Nashville, TN
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · General · Litigation
- Handles Civil Rights, General, and Litigation matters from Nashville, TN.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Rose Park Cantrell: Rose Park Cantrell is a retired partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Litigation. Rose has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Parker, Lawrence, Cantrell & Smith. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Rose Park Cantrell
Rose concentrates on civil rights, general, litigation, medical malpractice, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rose handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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General
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Civil Rights cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Rose 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 Rose agrees to represent you.
General cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Rose takes general 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 Rose agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Rose 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 Rose agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Rose takes medical malpractice 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 Rose agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Rose takes slip & fall 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 Rose agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Rose Park Cantrell — Over 51 years of Tennessee civil rights experience
Rose Park Cantrell is a retired partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Litigation. Rose has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Parker, Lawrence, Cantrell & Smith. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Rose Park Cantrell is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, medical malpractice, premises liability and 2 other areas of law. Rose received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee in 1966, and has been licensed for 51 years. Rose practices at Parker, Lawrence, Cantrell & Smith in Nashville, TN.
How Rose handles civil rights matters
Rose Park Cantrell is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, medical malpractice, premises liability and 2 other areas of law. Rose received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee in 1966, and has been licensed for 51 years. Rose practices at Parker, Lawrence, Cantrell & Smith in Nashville, TN.
The kind of cases Rose takes
Rose reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, general, and litigation matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Rose Park Cantrell's legal education and bar admissions
Nashville School of Law
J.D. · 1975
University of Tennessee
B.A. · 1966
Jurisdictions
Rose's state bar admissions
Tennessee
1975 · ACTIVE
Rose studied at J.D. in Nashville School of Law and B.A. in University of Tennessee.
Law school and academic background
Rose completed J.D. in Nashville School of Law and B.A. in University of Tennessee. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rose runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Rose Park Cantrell
Rose has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Rose's professional memberships and bar associations
Nashville
Member, Board of Directors, 1980-1983 Second Vice President, 1983), Tennessee (Member, Advisory Committee to Supreme Court on Rules of Civil Procedure) and American Bar Associations Lawyers Association for Women (Member, Board of Directors, 1984-1986 Pres · membership
Nashville Bar Foundation Tennessee Bar Foundation
membership
Locations
Rose Park Cantrell's office in Nashville
Rose's primary office is at Service Source, 201 Fourth Ave. N. Suite 1700, Nashville, TN, 37219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Parker, Lawrence, Cantrell & Smith
Service Source, 201 Fourth Ave. N. Suite 1700
Nashville, TN 37219
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Client reviews of Rose Park Cantrell — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Rose Park Cantrell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rose usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rose charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rose'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; Rose will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Rose
Rose discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Rose confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rose's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Rose Park Cantrell
How much does it cost to hire Rose for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rose walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rose offer a free consultation?
Rose charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rose's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Rose's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Rose gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rose take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Rose 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 — Rose 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 Rose?
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. Rose will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rose accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Rose'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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