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William J. Wyatt, Employment Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee

focused on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation

Memphis, TN

Trusted employment attorney serving Memphis.

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William J. Wyatt is an attorney based in Memphis, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation.

Based in
Memphis, TENNESSEE
Experience
attorney
Known for
Employment · Insurance · Litigation
  • Handles Employment, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Memphis, TENNESSEE.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).

About William J. Wyatt: William J. Wyatt is an attorney based in Memphis, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by William J. Wyatt

William concentrates on employment, insurance, litigation, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Memphis, Tennessee

William takes employment 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.

Insurance cases in Memphis, Tennessee

William 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 William agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Memphis, Tennessee

William 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 William agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Memphis, Tennessee

William takes medical malpractice 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

About William J. Wyatt — Attorney of Tennessee employment experience

William J. Wyatt is an attorney based in Memphis, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation.

William J. Wyatt is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee. His practice includes Insurance Law, Litigation - Labor and Employment, and Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants.

Will Wyatt devotes a significant portion of his practice to representing municipalities and public entities. He regularly defends municipalities, their officers, and employees in civil rights litigation, employment disputes, inverse condemnation claims, and matters arising under the Tennessee Governmental Tort Liability Act. In addition to litigation, he advises municipal clients on ordinances, contracts, public records requests, and other issues related to day-to-day government operations.

Beyond his municipal practice, Will represents corporate and individual clients in a range of civil litigation matters, including construction disputes, workers’ compensation liability issues, and medical malpractice defense. His work often involves evaluating complex claims, developing practical litigation strategies, and guiding clients through each stage of the legal process.

William's approach to employment cases

William J. Wyatt is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee . His practice includes Insurance Law, Litigation - Labor and Employment, and Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Will Wyatt devotes a significant portion of his practice to representing municipalities and public entities. He regularly defends municipalities, their officers, and employees in civil rights litigation,…

The kind of cases William takes

William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, insurance, and litigation matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.

Credentials

William J. Wyatt's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Mississippi

    B.B.A. · 2003

  • University of Memphis

    J.D. · 2006

Jurisdictions

William's state bar admissions

  • Tennessee, Tennessee

    ACTIVE

  • Mississippi, The Mis

    ACTIVE

William studied at B.B.A. in University of Mississippi and J.D. in University of Memphis.

Law school and academic background

William completed B.B.A. in University of Mississippi and J.D. in University of Memphis. 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.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of William J. Wyatt

William has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2014-2020

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2014-2020 (2026).

Locations

William J. Wyatt's office in Memphis

William's primary office is at 40 South Main Street, Memphis, Tennessee, 38103-2555. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

40 South Main Street

Memphis, Tennessee 38103-2555

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Hiring guide

How to hire William J. Wyatt — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment 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 employment attorney in Memphis, Tennessee

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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 employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about William J. Wyatt

  • How much does it cost to hire William for a employment 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 employment attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Tennessee typically take?

    Simple employment 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 employment 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

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