Suzanne Holly Kessler, Entertainment Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, IP, and Real Estate
Of Counsel
Nashville, TN
Practicing entertainment in Nashville since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admissions
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Suzanne Holly Kessler is an of counsel based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Real Estate. Suzanne has over 32 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Nashville, TN
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · IP · Real Estate
- Handles Entertainment, IP, and Real Estate matters from Nashville, TN.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Suzanne Holly Kessler: Suzanne Holly Kessler is an of counsel based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Real Estate. Suzanne has over 32 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Suzanne's practice areas in Nashville
Suzanne concentrates on entertainment, ip, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Suzanne handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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IP
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Real Estate
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Entertainment cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Suzanne takes entertainment 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 Suzanne agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Suzanne takes ip 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 Suzanne agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Suzanne 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 Suzanne agrees to represent you.
Biography
Suzanne Holly Kessler, entertainment attorney serving Nashville
Suzanne Holly Kessler is an of counsel based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Real Estate. Suzanne has over 32 years of legal experience. Suzanne works from Nashville, Tennessee and takes on entertainment matters across the region.
Suzanne Holly Kessler is a lawyer practicing entertainment law, intellectual property law. Suzanne received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years. Suzanne practices in Nashville, TN.
Working with Suzanne on a entertainment matter
Suzanne Holly Kessler is a lawyer practicing entertainment law, intellectual property law. Suzanne received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years. Suzanne practices in Nashville, TN.
Clients Suzanne works with
Suzanne reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, ip, and real estate matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Suzanne studied and practices
Stanford Law School
J.D. Nathan · 1994
Brown University
A.B. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Suzanne's state bar admissions
Tennessee
2000 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1997 · ACTIVE
California
1994 · ACTIVE
Suzanne studied at J.D. Nathan in Stanford Law School and A.B. in Brown University.
Law school and academic background
Suzanne completed J.D. Nathan in Stanford Law School and A.B. in Brown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Suzanne runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Suzanne's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Beverly Hills Bar Associations, Nashville Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association, American Bar Association
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Locations
Office locations for Suzanne Holly Kessler in Nashville, Tennessee
Suzanne's primary office is at Nashville, TN, 37215-8967. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Suzanne Holly Kessler — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Suzanne usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Suzanne charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Suzanne'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; Suzanne will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Suzanne
Suzanne discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Suzanne confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Suzanne's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Suzanne Holly Kessler
How much does it cost to hire Suzanne for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Suzanne walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Suzanne offer a free consultation?
Suzanne charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Suzanne's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Suzanne's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Suzanne gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Suzanne take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Suzanne 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 — Suzanne 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 Suzanne?
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. Suzanne will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Suzanne accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Suzanne'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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