Tim Wade Hellen, Construction Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 56 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Insurance, and Product Liability · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Memphis, TN
Practicing construction in Memphis since 1970.
- 56+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Tim Wade Hellen is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Product Liability. Tim has over 56 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 56 years
- Known for
- Construction · Insurance · Product Liability
- Handles Construction, Insurance, and Product Liability matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 56 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Tim Wade Hellen: Tim Wade Hellen is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Product Liability. Tim has over 56 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Tim Wade Hellen
Tim concentrates on construction, insurance, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tim handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Insurance
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Product Liability
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Construction cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Tim takes construction 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 Tim agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Tim 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 Tim agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Tim takes product liability 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 Tim agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Tim Wade Hellen — Over 56 years of Tennessee construction experience
Tim Wade Hellen is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Product Liability. Tim has over 56 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Tim Wade Hellen is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, product liability defense, construction litigation. Tim Wade received a B.S. degree from University of Memphis in 1964, and has been licensed for 56 years. Tim Wade practices in Memphis, TN.
How Tim handles construction matters
Tim Wade Hellen is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, product liability defense, construction litigation. Tim Wade received a B.S. degree from University of Memphis in 1964, and has been licensed for 56 years. Tim Wade practices in Memphis, TN.
The kind of cases Tim takes
Tim reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, insurance, and product liability matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Tim Wade Hellen's legal education and bar admissions
University of Memphis
J.D. · 1970
University of Memphis
B.S. · 1964
Jurisdictions
Tim's state bar admissions
Tennessee
1970 · ACTIVE
Tim studied at J.D. in University of Memphis and B.S. in University of Memphis.
Law school and academic background
Tim completed J.D. in University of Memphis and B.S. in University of Memphis. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tim runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Tim Wade Hellen
Tim has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Tim Wade Hellen's office in Memphis
Tim's primary office is at 1 Address Unknown, Memphis, TN, 38120. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Tim Wade Hellen — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Tim. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing construction attorneys in Memphis.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Tim Wade Hellen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tim usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tim charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tim'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; Tim will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Tim
Tim discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Tim confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tim's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Tim Wade Hellen
How much does it cost to hire Tim for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tim walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tim offer a free consultation?
Tim charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tim's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Tim's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple construction 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. Tim gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tim take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
Tim 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 — Tim 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 Tim?
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. Tim will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tim accepting new construction clients right now?
Tim's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Construction attorneys serving Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville in Tennessee
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