Thomas Mitchell Horne, ADR Attorney in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Employment, and Insurance · 4.5/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews
Managing Partner
Chattanooga, TN
Practicing adr in Chattanooga since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 6 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Thomas Mitchell Horne is a managing partner based in Chattanooga, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Insurance. Thomas has over 37 years of legal experience. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.
- Based in
- Chattanooga, TN
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- ADR · Employment · Insurance
- Handles ADR, Employment, and Insurance matters from Chattanooga, TN.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Thomas Mitchell Horne: Thomas Mitchell Horne is a managing partner based in Chattanooga, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Insurance. Thomas has over 37 years of legal experience. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Thomas takes on
Thomas concentrates on adr, employment, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Employment
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Workers Comp
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ADR cases in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Thomas takes adr matters in Chattanooga, 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.
Employment cases in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Thomas takes employment matters in Chattanooga, 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.
Insurance cases in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Thomas takes insurance matters in Chattanooga, 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 Chattanooga, Tennessee
Thomas takes litigation matters in Chattanooga, 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.
Personal Injury cases in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Thomas takes personal injury matters in Chattanooga, 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
Meet Thomas Mitchell Horne — adr lawyer in Chattanooga
Thomas Mitchell Horne is a managing partner based in Chattanooga, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Insurance. Thomas has over 37 years of legal experience. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.
Thomas Mitchell Horne is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, employment law, defective and dangerous products and 4 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Occidental College in 1977, and has been licensed for 37 years. Thomas practices in Chattanooga, TN.
How Thomas handles adr matters
Thomas Mitchell Horne is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, employment law, defective and dangerous products and 4 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Occidental College in 1977, and has been licensed for 37 years. Thomas practices in Chattanooga, TN.
The kind of cases Thomas takes
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, employment, and insurance matters in Chattanooga and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Nashville School of Law
J.D. · 1989
Occidental College
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
Tennessee
1989 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at J.D. in Nashville School of Law and B.A. in Occidental College.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed J.D. in Nashville School of Law and B.A. in Occidental 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
Recognition and thought leadership
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
Chattanooga and Tennessee Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Thomas Mitchell Horne's office in Chattanooga
Thomas's primary office is at 633 Chestnut Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37450. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Thomas Mitchell Horne — 4.5/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews
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 adr attorneys in Chattanooga.
4.5
6 client reviews
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How to hire Thomas Mitchell Horne — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr 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 adr attorney in Chattanooga, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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 adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas Mitchell Horne
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a adr 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 adr attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple adr 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 Chattanooga?
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 adr 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
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