William Hackett, Car Accidents Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury
Contact AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan
Memphis, TN
Practicing car accidents in Memphis since 2012.
- 14+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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William Hackett is a contact attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury. William has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
- Based in
- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 14 years
- Known for
- Car Accidents · General · Personal Injury
- Handles Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About William Hackett: William Hackett is a contact attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury. William has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
Areas of practice
Legal matters William takes on
William concentrates on car accidents, general, personal injury, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Car Accidents
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General
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Personal Injury
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Wrongful Death
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Car Accidents cases in Memphis, Tennessee
William takes car accidents 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 William agrees to represent you.
General cases in Memphis, Tennessee
William takes general 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 William agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Memphis, Tennessee
William takes personal injury 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 William agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in Memphis, Tennessee
William takes wrongful death 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 William agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet William Hackett — car accidents lawyer in Memphis
William Hackett is a contact attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury. William has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
William Hackett is a partner at the Morgan & Morgan office located in Memphis, Tennessee. Mr. Hackett joined Morgan & Morgan straight out of law school and has been litigating catastrophic injury cases with the firm for over 10 years. Mr. Hackett has extensive experience taking cases to trial in the mid-south both in State and Federal Courts. Mr. Hackett and his team at Morgan & Morgan focus on personal injury cases involving individuals and families that are injured or killed as a result of 18-Wheeler collisions. Mr. Hackett and his team have obtained several substantial jury verdicts and settlements against trucking companies, including results in excess of $1 million.
Mr. Hackett's family has deep roots in the Memphis community. His father is Dick Hackett, the former Mayor of Memphis, and his Uncle, William B. Hackett, is a retired Shelby County Judge. The Hackett family's dedication to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South continues with William. He is dedicated to pursuing justice for those who need it most.
News & Insights
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Recent Wins
Private Settlement $6,150,000 Trucking Accident 2021
Frederick Osby v. L&T Construction, LLC (50% fault on defendant) $4,999,117 Trucking Accident, Traumatic Brain Injury 2020
Private Verdict $4,999,117 Car Accident 2022
Steven Barksdale v. Ballentine Express Trucking $3,440,064 Trucking Accident 2022
Ross v. Dish Network $300,000 Car Accident 2015
Jose Encarnacion v. Heartland Express, Inc. Of Iowa, et al $250,000 Trucking Accident 2021
R.Jennings v. C. Jones and L. Phillips $50,000 Car Accident 2018
Sparks v. Tipton $17,928 Car Accident 2014
Houston v. Mask $16,073 Car Accident 2015
Jacqueline Clark v. TD & TN, LLC $10,000 Slip and Fall 2017
Kariem-Abdul Salaam v. Gordon Holloway $7,037 Car Accident 2016
How William handles car accidents matters
William Hackett is a partner at the Morgan & Morgan office located in Memphis, Tennessee. Mr. Hackett joined Morgan & Morgan straight out of law school and has been litigating catastrophic injury cases with the firm for over 10 years. Mr. Hackett has extensive experience taking cases to trial in the mid-south both in State and Federal Courts. Mr. Hackett and his team at Morgan & Morgan focus on…
Who William represents
William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, general, and personal injury matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Memphis School of Law
J.D. · 2012
North Carolina State University
B.A. · 2009
Jurisdictions
William's state bar admissions
Arkansas
2013 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
2012 · ACTIVE
William studied at J.D. in University of Memphis School of Law and B.A. in North Carolina State University.
Law school and academic background
William completed J.D. in University of Memphis School of Law and B.A. in North Carolina State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
William's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •Tennessee Bar Association •Memphis Bar Association •Young Lawyer Division- Board Member •Tennessee Association for Justice •Arkansas Bar Association
membership
Locations
William Hackett's office in Memphis
William's primary office is at 80 Monroe Avenue, Suite 900, Memphis, TN, 38103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire William Hackett — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William'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; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents 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 William
William discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every car accidents 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
William's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about William Hackett
How much does it cost to hire William for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does William offer a free consultation?
William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple car accidents 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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can William take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
William 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 — William 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 William?
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. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is William accepting new car accidents clients right now?
William's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Car Accidents attorneys serving Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville in Tennessee
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