
Shane Padgett Morris, Business Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Health Care
PartneratWaller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP
Nashville, TN
Practicing business in Nashville since 2003.
- 23+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Shane Padgett Morris is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. Shane has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP.
- Based in
- Nashville, TN
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Health Care
- Handles Business, Employment, and Health Care matters from Nashville, TN.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Shane Padgett Morris: Shane Padgett Morris is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. Shane has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP.
Areas of practice
Shane's practice areas in Nashville
Shane concentrates on business, employment, health care, real estate, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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Health Care
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Real Estate
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Tax
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Business cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Shane 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 Shane agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Shane 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 Shane agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Shane takes health care 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 Shane agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Shane takes real estate 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 Shane agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Shane takes tax 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 Shane agrees to represent you.
Biography
Shane Padgett Morris, business attorney serving Nashville
Shane Padgett Morris is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. Shane has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. Shane works from Nashville, Tennessee and takes on business matters across the region.
Shane Padgett Morris is a lawyer practicing tax, non-profits / tax-exempt entities, employee benefits and 3 other areas of law. Shane received a B.S. degree from Birmingham-Southern College in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years. Shane practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Nashville, TN.
Shane's approach to business cases
Shane Padgett Morris is a lawyer practicing tax, non-profits / tax-exempt entities, employee benefits and 3 other areas of law. Shane received a B.S. degree from Birmingham-Southern College in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years. Shane practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Nashville, TN.
The kind of cases Shane takes
Shane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and health care matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Shane studied and practices
New York University
LL.M. Taxation · 2004
Birmingham-Southern College
B.S. · 2000
Jurisdictions
Shane's state bar admissions
Tennessee
2004 · ACTIVE
Alabama
2003 · ACTIVE
Shane studied at LL.M. Taxation in New York University and B.S. in Birmingham-Southern College.
Law school and academic background
Shane completed LL.M. Taxation in New York University and B.S. in Birmingham-Southern College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shane runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Shane's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional •Member, Nashville, Alabama and American Bar Associations Community •Board Member, Book'em
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Locations
Shane Padgett Morris's office in Nashville
Shane's primary office is at Nashville City Center, 511 Union Street, Suite 2700, Nashville, TN, 37219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP
Nashville City Center, 511 Union Street, Suite 2700
Nashville, TN 37219
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How to hire Shane Padgett Morris — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Shane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shane'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; Shane 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 Shane
Shane 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. Shane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Shane'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 Shane Padgett Morris
How much does it cost to hire Shane for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Shane offer a free consultation?
Shane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shane's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Shane'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. Shane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Shane take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Shane 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 — Shane 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 Shane?
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. Shane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Shane accepting new business clients right now?
Shane'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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