Thomas Clark Quinlen, Insurance Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Litigation · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Chief Legal Officer
Memphis, TN
Practicing insurance in Memphis since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Thomas Clark Quinlen is a chief legal officer based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Thomas has over 26 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Insurance and Litigation matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Thomas Clark Quinlen: Thomas Clark Quinlen is a chief legal officer based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Thomas has over 26 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Thomas's practice areas in Memphis
Thomas concentrates on insurance and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Thomas takes insurance matters in Memphis, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Thomas takes litigation matters in Memphis, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Thomas Clark Quinlen, insurance attorney serving Memphis
Thomas Clark Quinlen is a chief legal officer based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Thomas has over 26 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Thomas works from Memphis, Tennessee and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Mr. Thomas Clark Quinlen is a lawyer practicing insurance, litigation. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Colorado College in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. Thomas practices in Memphis, TN.
Thomas's approach to insurance cases
Mr. Thomas Clark Quinlen is a lawyer practicing insurance, litigation. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Colorado College in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. Thomas practices in Memphis, TN.
Who Thomas represents
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and litigation matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Thomas studied and practices
Vanderbilt University
J.D. · 2000
Colorado College
B.A. English · 1996
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
North Carolina
2010 · ACTIVE
Georgia
2008 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
2000 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University and B.A. English in Colorado College.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University and B.A. English in Colorado College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Thomas's legal honors and published work
Thomas has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Thomas's professional memberships and bar associations
Memphis Bar Association and Georgia Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Thomas Clark Quinlen's office in Memphis
Thomas's primary office is at 220 Cecilia Dr, Memphis, TN, 38117-2510. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Thomas Clark Quinlen — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Thomas. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Memphis.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Thomas Clark Quinlen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Memphis, 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 Thomas
Thomas 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas'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 Thomas Clark Quinlen
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas'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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
Thomas 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 — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new insurance clients right now?
Thomas'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 Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville in Tennessee
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