Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Nashville
Since 1971, Ortale Kelley has provided superior legal representation to individual and institutional clients. Our firm combines decades of experience with creative legal strategies to deliver innovative solutions. We maintain a respected litigation practice handling complex commercial matters, healthcare liability, employment issues, and civil rights litigation while expanding into transactional practices including commercial real estate lending and alcohol beverage law. Our attorneys prioritize cost-effective strategies while maintaining open dialogue with clients about potential costs. We foster a team approach where clients have full access to our resources and support staff.Our commitment to excellence extends beyond legal services through community involvement, including pro-bono work and support for civic organizations. We build client relationships based on confidence and trust, developing practical strategies to achieve specific goals. From preventative counseling to courtroom representation, we listen to client needs and deliver favorable outcomes. Our attorneys hold AV ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and have experience in personal injury litigation, corporate law, healthcare liability, and alternative dispute resolution. We remain dedicated to making a positive impact on our community while protecting client interests statewide.
Services
Alcoholic Beverage Law
Appellate Advocacy
Banking Law
Corporate Law
Employment Law
Healthcare Liability
Real Estate Law
Workers Compensation
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas.
- Our attorneys maintain AV ratings from Martindale-Hubbell for professional excellence.
- We implement cost-effective legal strategies while maintaining transparent communication.
- Our team approach ensures full access to firm resources for every client.
- We combine preventative counseling with courtroom expertise for comprehensive solutions.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV-rated
Services
Alcoholic Beverage Law
Our specialized practice assists local and national clients with beer and liquor licensing needs. We provide comprehensive legal guidance for compliance with state and federal alcohol beverage regulations. Our attorneys represent clients in licensing applications, regulatory matters, and industry-specific legal challenges.
Healthcare Liability
We defend healthcare providers against liability claims with decades of combined experience. Our team handles complex cases involving medical malpractice, patient rights, and regulatory compliance. We combine legal expertise with industry-specific knowledge to protect healthcare professionals and institutions.
Commercial Real Estate
Our real estate practice covers transactions, development, and financing for commercial properties. We represent clients in purchase agreements, zoning issues, and construction contracts. Recent experience includes $80 million asset purchases for mixed-use developments in Nashville's growing market.
Appellate Advocacy
We handle complex appellate matters with a focus on strategic legal arguments. Our attorneys have successfully defended cases in federal and state courts, including Section 1983 civil rights claims and statute of limitations defenses in the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Employment Law
We provide comprehensive employment law services for employers and employees. Our practice includes discrimination claims, wage disputes, and workplace safety compliance. We offer preventative counseling and litigation representation for both private and public sector clients.
People
Paul M. Buchanan
Partner
Experienced attorney with decades of legal practice in Nashville. Specializes in complex litigation and corporate law. Active in community legal initiatives and pro-bono work through Nashville Bar Association programs.
Wendy L. Longmire
Partner
Recognized legal expert in appellate advocacy and civil rights law. Serves on the Nashville Bar Association board. Honored in Best of the Bar listings and actively participates in legal education initiatives.
Carl Spining
Partner
Seasoned litigator with extensive experience in civil rights cases. Successfully defended multiple high-profile Section 1983 cases involving law enforcement officials. Maintains active trial practice in state and federal courts.
Emmie Kinnard
Partner
Award-winning attorney specializing in healthcare liability and professional malpractice defense. Active in legal aid initiatives and community outreach programs. Recognized for leadership in Nashville's legal community.
Chicoya Gallman
Associate
Emerging legal professional with focus on appellate advocacy and civil litigation. Participates in firm's pro-bono legal clinics. Recognized for contributions to community legal education programs.
Questions
What areas of law does Ortale Kelley specialize in?
We specialize in alcoholic beverage law, appellate advocacy, banking law, corporate law, employment law, healthcare liability, real estate law, and workers compensation cases.
How long has Ortale Kelley been in practice?
Our firm has provided legal services since 1971, with many attorneys having decades of combined experience in their respective practice areas.
Does Ortale Kelley handle complex litigation cases?
Yes, we maintain a respected litigation practice handling complex commercial matters, civil rights litigation, and appellate cases in state and federal courts.
How does Ortale Kelley approach client communication?
We prioritize open dialogue with clients about potential costs and legal strategies, ensuring transparent communication throughout the representation process.
Is Ortale Kelley involved in community service?
Yes, our attorneys actively participate in pro-bono work, legal aid clinics, and community-oriented programs through organizations like the Nashville Bar Association.
Where are Ortale Kelley's offices located?
We have offices in downtown Nashville and Memphis, Tennessee, serving clients throughout the state and nationally.
