Taylor A. Williams

Taylor A. Williams, Insurance Attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee

Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing insurance in Knoxville since 2009.

17+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Taylor A. Williams is a partner based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Taylor has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paine, Bickers, Elder, King & Williams, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Knoxville, TN
Experience
over 17 years
Known for
Insurance · Litigation
  • Handles Insurance and Litigation matters from Knoxville, TN.
  • Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Taylor A. Williams: Taylor A. Williams is a partner based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Taylor has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paine, Bickers, Elder, King & Williams, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Taylor takes on

Taylor concentrates on insurance and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Taylor handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Knoxville, Tennessee

Taylor takes insurance matters in Knoxville, 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 Taylor agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Knoxville, Tennessee

Taylor takes litigation matters in Knoxville, 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 Taylor agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Taylor A. Williams — insurance lawyer in Knoxville

Taylor A. Williams is a partner based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Taylor has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paine, Bickers, Elder, King & Williams, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Taylor A. Williams received his undergraduate degree in accounting from the University of Tennessee, graduating with honors. He received his law degree from The University of Tennessee College of Law in 2009, graduating with high honors.

While in law school, he was a staff member of TRANSACTIONS: THE TENNESSEE JOURNAL OF BUSINESS LAW, in which his case commentary “Requirements for Pleading ‘Strong Inference’ of Scienter in a Private Action Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Tellabs, Inc. v. Makor Issues & Rights, Ltd., 127 S. Ct. 2499 (2007)” was published. He also received the American Bankruptcy Institute’s Medal of Excellence in Bankruptcy in recognition of his course work.

Taylor currently serves as general counsel to the Knoxville Opera Company and has been a frequent contributor to DICTA, the Knoxville Bar Association’s monthly publication.

Taylor resides in Knoxville with his wife Erin.

How Taylor handles insurance matters

Taylor A. Williams received his undergraduate degree in accounting from the University of Tennessee, graduating with honors. He received his law degree from The University of Tennessee College of Law in 2009, graduating with high honors. While in law school, he was a staff member of TRANSACTIONS: THE TENNESSEE JOURNAL OF BUSINESS LAW, in which his case commentary “Requirements for Pleading…

Who Taylor represents

Taylor reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and litigation matters in Knoxville and the surrounding Tennessee area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The University of Tennessee School of Law

    J.D. · 2009

  • University of Tennessee

    Accounting University · 2006

Jurisdictions

Taylor's state bar admissions

  • Tennessee

    2009 · ACTIVE

Taylor studied at J.D. in The University of Tennessee School of Law and Accounting University in University of Tennessee.

Law school and academic background

Taylor completed J.D. in The University of Tennessee School of Law and Accounting University in University of Tennessee. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Taylor runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Taylor has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Affiliations

Taylor's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Knoxville and Tennessee Bar Associations

    membership

Locations

Taylor A. Williams's office in Knoxville

Taylor's primary office is at 900 S Gay Street, Ste 2200, Knoxville, TN, 37902-1821. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Paine, Bickers, Elder, King & Williams, LLP

900 S Gay Street, Ste 2200

Knoxville, TN 37902-1821

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Taylor A. Williams — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Taylor. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Knoxville.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Taylor A. Williams — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Taylor usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Taylor charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Taylor'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; Taylor will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Taylor

Taylor discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance 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. Taylor confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Taylor's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Taylor A. Williams

  • How much does it cost to hire Taylor for a insurance case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Taylor walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Taylor offer a free consultation?

    Taylor charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Taylor's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Taylor's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in Tennessee typically take?

    Simple insurance 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. Taylor gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Taylor take my case if I'm outside Knoxville?

    Taylor 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 — Taylor 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 Taylor?

    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. Taylor will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Taylor accepting new insurance clients right now?

    Taylor's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Knoxville, Nashville and Memphis in Tennessee

Taylor handles insurance matters throughout Tennessee. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.

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