For James B. Stephens II, practicing law means dedicated advocacy for individuals affected by personal injury and related incidents. He focuses entirely on litigation, representing plaintiffs with a committed and aggressive trial approach to secure justice for victims. Known for his thoughtful and strategic courtroom presence, James prioritizes client-centered representation to guide people through challenging legal situations. A seasoned litigator and former corporate finance graduate, he brings both analytical rigor and a deep commitment to his clients’ well-being.

Native Tennessean Bryan Stephenson has practiced law since 2004, and serves clients in Nashville and all counties in Middle Tennessee. Bryan’s expertise covers both felony & misdemeanor offenses: DUI, assault, domestic violence, theft, drug charges, probation violations, alcohol-related crimes, and pretty much anything that could land you in jail. Using the insight he gained as an Assistant District Attorney for Davidson County, Bryan helps his clients navigate the criminal justice system. He frequently lectures to other attorneys at legal seminars across Tennessee. Specifically, he has presented on: DUI defense in blood test cases; dealing with bully prosecutors; disqualifying prosecutors and judges due to ethical conflicts; rooting out lies by police officer witnesses; and ethical client management. Bryan is also an adjunct professor for Lipscomb University’s Law, Justice, and Society program, primarily teaching Legal Research & Reasoning. He is a member of the Nashville Bar Association and the DUI Defense Lawyers Association. And he is a life member of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. In 2020 he was selected to serve as a board member and Ethics Committee chairperson for TACDL. Bryan is a current member of Williamson County Bar Association. Bryan is highlighted as one of the Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Nashville as well as one of the Best DUI Attorneys in Nashville according to Forbes Advisor Legal. Bryan earned his law degree at Pepperdine University School of Law, graduating Order of the Barristers. During law school, he was selected to serve on the Pepperdine Law Review, in which he was also published. Before going to California, Bryan graduated from Lipscomb University with a degree in Mathematics. He grew up in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Bryan lives in Middle Tennessee with his wife and children, and is an avid Titans fan and a competitive soccer player.

Sherif Guindi will work tirelessly and effectively to defend you in your time of need. With experience in prosecution and in defense, Mr. Guindi can help you navigate your way through the confusing, and often frightening, experience of being on the wrong side of the law. Sherif Guindi is a criminal defense attorney who serves clients in Knox and surrounding counties. He has defended clients for a variety of crimes, ranging from minor misdemeanors to major felonies. Where there is room for negotiation, Mr. Guindi works tirelessly to put his clients’ best foot forward. When it is time for trial, Mr. Guindi leaves no stone unturned and fights for his clients. ​ Mr. Guindi began his career as a defense attorney who represented hundreds of clients in District and Circuit Courts in the Kentucky Counties of Harlan and Bell. He was recruited by the Harlan County Commonwealth’s Attorney and turned his efforts to the just prosecution of criminal cases. As a prosecutor, Mr. Guindi prosecuted felonies, ranging from theft to murder, from the grand jury level to trial or settlement. As a prosecutor, Mr. Guindi never forgot that his mission was to promote justice and not just to win cases. Even as a prosecutor, he worked to make sure that the results of his prosecution were fair for all of those he served, including the defendants themselves. Now, Mr. Guindi is proud to represent clients charged with crimes, once again. Most criminal cases are resolved through settlement agreements, and Mr. Guindi uses his experience on both sides of the courtroom to help him reason with the State. But, sometimes, a fair settlement cannot be reached. Mr. Guindi has tried cases ranging from criminal trespass and driving under the influence to kidnapping and rape, both as a prosecutor and as a defense attorney. Sometimes it is in his clients’ best interest to work out a just settlement, but sometimes it is time for a fight. Mr. Guindi does not shy away from a fight and uses his knowledge of the rules of criminal procedure and evidence and his experience in front of a jury to aggressively defend his clients.​ If you are looking for a defense attorney, you need not look any further.

Michael Montesi is a personal injury attorney in Memphis, Tennessee. He has been practicing law since 1978, giving him four decades of tested legal experience. He has helped clients obtain compensation for many different kinds of injuries, including defective products, unsafe premises, wrongful death, animal bites, and negligent drivers. Mr. Montesi has also represented clients in appeals, bankruptcy, class action lawsuits, and more. He holds an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, signifying that the attorney has reached the highest level of professional excellence and is recognized for the highest levels of skill and integrity.

For William D. Cheek, practicing law means dedicating himself to advocating for those affected by auto accidents, workers’ compensation cases, and slip and fall injuries. His mission is to secure justice and fair compensation for clients who have suffered harm, helping them obtain the support and representation they need during difficult times. Known for his practical and focused approach, William emphasizes clear communication and strategic advocacy to strive for optimal results. He combines his deep legal knowledge with an empathetic understanding of his clients’ situations, building trust and delivering personalized attention.

Mike Rainwater has been practicing law for over 40 years and is licensed to practice law in Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi. He attended South Texas College of Law in Houston, where he earned his Juris Doctorate. After graduating, he began working for the Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Little Rock, Arkansas, where he built relationships with local judges, court personnel, and lawyers. He then transitioned to a private practice, where he learned about commercial law, including bankruptcy. He began his career as a personal injury lawyer in 1993 and continues to pursue this path today. “I feel called to help individuals who are hurting from injury or other situations that have them on the sidelines of life,” Mike said. “I really enjoy building relationships. I love when the representation ends with a fully satisfied client and we have made a difference in someone’s life.”

Bob Sexton has been practicing law for over 20 years. He attended college at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. He then moved to Little Rock to attend the William H. Bowen School of Law at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, where he obtained his law degree. He began working as a personal injury lawyer in the 1990s and enjoys being presented with challenging situations and making them work for his clients. Throughout his career, he has done this for the thousands of clients he has represented. What guides him in difficult situations is pretty easy, “…it’s fairness,” he says.

Abby Odom is a trial attorney known for aggressive advocacy, strategic litigation, and relentless dedication to her clients. She brings extensive experience in both criminal and civil litigation and has represented clients in high-pressure, high-stakes matters both inside and outside the courtroom. Abby earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Master’s degree in Education from the University of Memphis before obtaining her Juris Doctor from the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. Her background in science gives her a strong foundation for handling complex personal injury cases involving medical treatment, injuries, and technical evidence. She is able to break down complicated medical issues, identify critical details others may overlook, and build cases with both precision and strategy. In addition to her courtroom experience, Abby previously served in an in-house counsel role handling complex regulatory and compliance matters involving multiple government agencies and regulatory bodies. That experience sharpened her ability to navigate complicated systems, challenge powerful institutions, and advocate effectively against corporations, insurance companies, and bureaucratic red tape. Contact Our Firm Today Start With a Free, No-Obligation Consultation Free Case Review Clients know Abby as a fierce and determined advocate who does not back down when their future, finances, or recovery are on the line. She believes injured people deserve more than routine representation; they deserve an attorney willing to fight for them with preparation, strategy, and intensity. Whether negotiating with insurance carriers or preparing a case for trial, Abby is committed to pursuing the strongest possible outcome for every client she represents. When she is not practicing law, Abby enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, riding UTVs, caring for her koi pond, working with flowers and gardening, and spending time with her dogs and chickens. Licensed in Tennessee and admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee.

Bryan was born and raised in Knoxville, and he has proudly worked on behalf of injured plaintiffs his entire adult life. At just age 19, while attending Carson-Newman University, Bryan was hired as a runner and copy clerk with one of Tennessee’s top plaintiff personal injury law firms. Upon graduating Carson-Newman with a degree in business and economics, he was promoted to be firm administrator, and he continued to manage the firm while obtaining M.B.A. and law degrees from the University of Tennessee. Since graduating law school in 1999, Bryan has worked solely on behalf of injured Tennesseans handling nearly every type of plaintiff personal injury case. He has successfully litigated personal injury cases in both state and federal courts throughout Tennessee, in Ohio, Kentucky, and Georgia and before the Tennessee Court of Appeals, Tennessee Supreme Court and United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. Bryan’s commitment to highly competent, successful – and ethical – representation of injured clients has been widely recognized by his clients and his peers. Bryan received AVVO’s highest client/peer rating of 10/10. Bryan trained as an ombudsman with the national program for U.S. veterans – Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). He was honored to work with ESGR to help active-duty and retiring veterans successfully return to their pre-deployment jobs and career paths. In 2012, Bryan was elected and served as president of the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association (TTLA) – the state’s premier organization of plaintiff trial attorneys. Then in 2018, Bryan was elected as president of the Tennessee Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) – a national organization of trial attorneys committed to preserving the 7th Amendment right to trial by jury and ethics in the practice of law. In 2018, Bryan was also selected as a member of The National Trial Lawyers (NTL) Top 100. NTL is an organization of the top 100 attorneys in each state who have a reputation and track record of exemplary ethics, litigation skills, and leadership. Bryan is also proud to be a dedicated husband and father of two daughters. Bryan is very fortunate that his wife and daughters share his interests in traveling, boating, music, hiking/camping and gardening. He and his family can very often be found in the Smoky Mountains, on Norris Lake or traveling to attend a concert.

Born and raised in Knoxville, Mark Pienkowski graduated from Oak Ridge High School in 2005. After graduation, Mark earned his Bachelors in History, magna cum laude, from Emory College in 2009. Furthermore, Mark was also recognized as a George P. Cuttino Scholar and invited to join the Phi Alpha Theta National History Honor Society. Mark was also recognized as a Kosciuszko Foundation Scholar and, as a result, studied abroad for two years in Poland. Upon returning to the United States, Mark enrolled at Emory Law with a merit scholarship and earned his J.D. in 2016. Due to Mark’s fondness and love for East Tennessee, he settled back in Knoxville. Pienkowski is a member of the Knoxville Bar Association and previously served on the Board of Directors for CASA of East Tennessee.