
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
PartneratPaine, Bickers, Elder, King & Williams, LLP
Knoxville, TN
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.
Paine, Bickers, Elder, King & Williams, LLP
900 S Gay Street, Ste 2200
Knoxville, TN 37902-1821
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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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