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Attorney

Chris Patterson

8001 Centerview Parkway, Suite 103
Memphis, TN 38018

901.372.5003

CPatterson@pattersonbray.com

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Focused, personal representation for Tennessee families and businesses, with offices in Nashville and Memphis.

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I know that our success is a direct result of our approach. We know that clients hire us to get a specific outcome and to get it as quickly and cost effectively as possible. Nobody likes talking to lawyers, and everyone hates paying lawyers. But in my experience, people are fully willing to stay engaged with their lawyer if they are seeing results.

Our business clients want their deals closed, quickly and effectively, without any loose ends. Our estate planning clients want their goals met through a plan that they understand and one that is completed on their timeline. Our family law clients want relief from their uncertainty and want it to happen immediately. And our injury clients want to be paid for their injuries.

All of this happens by us being hyper focused on the result. Billable hours aren’t a measure of success for a law firm. Repeat clients are.

EDUCATION

University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee, Bachelor of Science
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee, Bachelor of Arts
University of Memphis School of Law, Memphis, Tennessee J.D.

PROFESSIONAL & COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

Board of Trustees, University of Tennessee (Appointed by Governor Bill Lee)
Board of Trustees, St. George’s Independent School
Former Director, Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation (Appointed by Governor Bill Lee)
Fellow, Memphis Bar Foundation
Memphis/Shelby County University of Tennessee Alumni Association Board Member
Former Member, Shelby County Republican Party Steering Committee
Memphis Bar Association Leadership Forum
Listed in Best Lawyers in America (Commercial Litigation and Municipal Law)
Memphis Shelby County Charter Commissioner (Appointed by Mayor Wharton)
Former Member, Memphis Harding Academy President’s Advisory Counsel
Former Member, Freed-Hardeman University President’s Advisory Counsel
Named Rising Star in Construction Litigation in Law and Politics
Member, American Bar Association
Member, Tennessee Bar Association
Member, Memphis Bar Association
Member, National Crime Victim Bar Association

WORK EXPERIENCE

Attorney, Patterson Bray
Law Clerk to the Shelby County Criminal Court Judges

REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS

Extensive experience in representing sellers and buyers in small and medium sized businesses sales.
Served as City Attorney for multiple cities and towns in West Tennessee.
Successfully represented newly established municipal school system throughout all aspects of creation, initial development and commencement of operations.
Successfully represented local governmental entity through trial overturning invalid special election.
Successfully represented mayoral candidate through trial overturning invalid municipal election.
Successfully negotiated funding partnership between local government and banking institutions to address post-2008 development crisis.
Extensive experience representing Plaintiffs in catastrophic injury and death cases resulting in multiple seven figure recoveries.

ADMITTED TO PRACTICE

Tennessee

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   Hailey Wade 
 19 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patterson Bray PLLC did an excellent job with my grandmother's estate planning, and made everything easy to understand! She recommended them to a friend who went and is also very satisfied with their services.
  
 
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   Deb Clark 
 24 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My experience with this firm, particularly Judith Denham has been truly exceptional.  From the consultation to the finish, the attention to detail, listening and responding to my needs.  My documents were completed timely and professionally.  I highly recommend Patterson Bray.
  
 
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   Tanya White 
 24 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. PattersonBray Estate Planning was an incredible firm to work with setting up our Trust. Judith Denham was thorough, very smart, and personable as she patiently explained each part.  Gabby put together  a very professional beautiful binder for us to have, and has answered questions we have had since  then. I am so glad they were recommended to us, and we had them to walk us through this procedure.
  
 
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   Charmaine Sego 
 25 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patterson Bray did a great job with my mother's trust.
  
 
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   Phil Chamberlain 
 41 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patterson Bray PLLC - first class lawyers.
  
 
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   Catherine McGee 
 61 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Heath Taylor was a genuine joy to work with during my divorce: straight forward, professional, and knowledgeable. I do hope I never have the need to acquire more legal help, but if I do, he'll be my first call. Thank you for everything, Heath!!
  
 
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   Marva Johnson 
 67 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I FOUND PATTERSON BRAY AND JUDITH DENHAM TO BE PROFESSIONAL, VERY THOROUGH, AND PERSONAL. I DID NOT FEEL LIKE A CLIENT, BUT A PERSON. I AM SO IMPRESSED WITH THEM, ESPECIALLY JUDITH AND GABBY. VERY GRATEFUL FOR ASSISTANCE.
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   Pam Nicole 
 68 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We set up a trust with Judith, at Patterson Bray and we received excellent service. Everything was explained thoroughly and everyone was very friendly and professional. I would definitely use her and the firm again, if needed.
  
 
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   Steven Creasy 
 89 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Rachel was amazing and professional. Highly recommend. Thank you!
  
 
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   Lea Carr 
 103 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patterson Bray has a fantastic team and is always quick to respond for any need that I have. They are also great to refer clients, family, and friends to.

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