Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC Law Firm

Bankruptcy, Business, Employment, Estate Planning, Family Law, Government, Intellectual Property, Lawsuits and Disputes, Personal Injury, Real Estate Law Firm

130 N Ct Ave, Memphis, TN 38103

About Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC

Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC is a distinguished Memphis-based law firm with a legacy spanning more than a century. Founded in 1904, the firm has built a reputation for excellence in legal practice, serving businesses and individuals with strategic counsel across a broad range of complex legal matters.

Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC is recognized for its comprehensive and diversified practice, addressing litigation, transactional, and personal legal needs. The firm’s attorneys provide decisive counsel and innovative solutions, guiding clients through everything from high-value corporate transactions to sensitive individual legal issues with precision and care.

Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC offers extensive expertise across numerous practice areas, including corporate law, commercial litigation, bankruptcy, real estate, healthcare, intellectual property, and white collar investigations. This breadth of knowledge enables the firm to deliver tailored strategies that align with clients’ goals and evolving legal challenges.

Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC has played a significant role in shaping legal and civic history, representing influential clients and contributing to landmark matters. The firm notably represented Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the 1968 Memphis sanitation workers’ movement, reflecting its longstanding commitment to justice and community impact.

Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC is home to highly accomplished attorneys recognized for their experience, leadership, and professional excellence. Many have held prominent public positions, including judicial appointments and government leadership roles, further strengthening the firm’s credibility and depth of legal insight.

Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC, emphasizes long-term client relationships, with some partnerships spanning generations. The firm’s client-centered approach focuses on responsiveness, value, and practical solutions, ensuring that each client receives personalized attention and effective legal representation.

Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC is committed to diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. Through active participation in civic initiatives and support for educational and legal organizations, the firm continues to foster a culture that values different perspectives while making a meaningful impact in the legal profession.

Practice Areas

Lawsuits & Disputes

Alternative Dispute Resolution, Mediation & Arbitration
Commercial & Business Litigation
Insurance Litigation & Coverage
White Collar & Government Investigations

Business Law

General Corporate
Mergers And Acquisitions
Entity Selection And Formation
Corporate Governance And Compliance
Joint Ventures
Securities Regulation
Federal And State Environmental Regulation
Bank M&A And Bank Regulatory Matters
Start-Up Financing
Business Succession Planning
Venture Capital And Private Equity
Education, Charitable & Not-For-Profit Organizations
Finance & Commercial Lending
Franchising & Distribution Law
Healthcare Law
Tax

Estate Planning & Probate

Business, Estate, And Tax Planning
Estate And Trust Administration
Asset Protection Planning
Family Business Succession Planning
Establishing And Maintaining Family-Owned Business Entities
Advice Regarding Lifetime Gifts And Other Transfers
Drafting Wills And Revocable Trusts
Creation Of Special Needs Trusts
Creation Of Irrevocable Trusts And Grantor Trusts
Retirement Planning And Related Tax Advice
Representation Of Trust Departments, Trustees, Personal Representatives And Other Fiduciaries
Representation Of Grantors And Trust Beneficiaries
Advice Concerning Preparation Of Estate And Generation Skipping
Tax, Gift Tax And Fiduciary Income Tax Returns And Negotiations With The IRS
Planned Giving To Benefit Charitable Organizations
Representation In Matters Involving Guardianships And Conservatorships
Serving As Legal Counsel For Various Tax-Exempt Organizations

Family Law

Divorce
Legal Separation
Annulment
Alimony
Division Of Property
Parenting Plans
Child Support
Pre- And Post-Nuptial Agreements

Government

Government Relations & Municipal Law

Intellectual Property, Information Technology & Media Law

Trademark And Copyright Infringement Claims
Misappropriation Of Trade Secrets And Confidential Business Information, Including Actions Concerning Employee Conduct
Trade Secret Protection Programs
Patent Infringement Claims, Typically In Association With Patent Counsel
Licensing Of Intellectual Property, And Controversies Arising In Connection With The Enforcement Of Trademark, Copyright And Patent License Agreements
Trade Dress Protection And Litigation
Protection Of And Enforcement Of Rights In Proprietary Software On Behalf Of Developers, Licensors And Licensees
Acquisition Of Hardware Systems And Software
Website Development
Domain Name And Terms-Of-Use Controversies
Drafting And Negotiation Of Hosting Agreements, Maintenance Agreements, Website Policies, Terms Of Use And Privacy Policies
Trade Secrets And Employee Confidentiality Claims

Labor & Employment Law

Employment Contracts, Including The Negotiation And Enforcement Of Agreements, And Advice Regarding Separation
Litigation Of Employment Discrimination Claims Related To Age, Race, Sex, Disability, National Origin, Pregnancy, Religion, And Sexual Or Other Harassment
Executive Compensation
ERISA Litigation
Family And Medical Leave Act Compliance And Litigation
Internal Investigations
Evaluation, Negotiation And Litigation Relating To Non-Compete And Confidentiality Agreements
Compliance With And Defense Of Claims Under The Fair Labor Standards Act And Related Statutes, Including Defense Of Class Action Matters
Affirmative Action Plans
Traditional Labor Matters Such As Union Avoidance, Negotiation Of Collective Bargaining Agreements, Arbitrations And Mediations, And Defense Of NLRB Charges
Sarbanes-Oxley And Other Whistleblower Claims
Workers Compensation And Other Retaliatory Discharge Claims HIPAA And Cobra Compliance
Compliance With And Defense Of Claims Under Titles I, Ii And Iii Of The Americans With Disabilities Act
Review Of Employee Handbooks, Applications, And Other Employment Related Forms And Documents
Training And Advice Concerning Hiring, Termination, Employee Discipline, Employee Evaluation Processes, And Employee Compensation Issues

Personal Injury

Medical And Other Professional Malpractice
Nursing Home Negligence
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Railroad Accidents
Hazardous Substances
Premises Liability
Products Liability
Workers Compensation
Products Liability

Real Estate Law

Acquisitions And Dispositions Of Real Property, Including Matters Ranging From Complex Multi-State Transactions To Simple Conveyances
Assistance And Advice Concerning Environmental Site Assessments
Commercial Leases (Industrial, Office, And Retail)
Condominiums
Construction Contracts And Financing
Entity Selection
Environmental Compliance
Land Use And Zoning Regulation
Like-Kind Exchanges
Low-Income Housing
Management Contracts
Payment-In-Lieu-Of-Tax Programs
Real Estate Development And Re-Development
Real Estate Financing
Real Estate Taxation
Title Defense
Title Curative Matters
Zoning & Land Use Planning

Bankruptcy

Creditors’ Rights
Bankruptcy Litigation
Workouts And Non-Bankruptcy Restructurings
Receiverships

Fees

Accepts Credit Cards

Our Attorneys

Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC

About Burch, Porter & Johnson, PLLC

Practice Areas

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Our Attorneys

John J. Cook

Taylor A. Cates

Beth Weems Bradley

Nathan A. Bicks

Maria M. Bartlett

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