About
Elaina S. Al-Nimri is a skilled attorney at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC, where she focuses on complex business litigation. She represents clients in diverse industries such as construction, energy, healthcare, education, and financial services. Her practice includes handling business disputes involving breach of contract, fraud, misrepresentation, and fiduciary duties. Elaina brings a strategic and results-oriented approach to resolving cases both inside and outside the courtroom.
Elaina earned her J.D. from Emory University School of Law with honors in 2015. She also holds a B.A. in economics and global studies from Providence College, where she graduated cum laude in 2012.
Elaina’s litigation experience covers several areas of law. In environmental matters, she represents clients in enforcement actions, investigations, permit appeals, and toxic tort claims involving both state and federal agencies. She also defends developers, owners, and contractors in construction and real estate disputes. In securities and shareholder litigation, she advises corporate clients facing class actions, derivative lawsuits, and shareholder conflicts in both state and federal courts.
In addition to her commercial practice, Elaina S. Al-Nimri is committed to public service. She provides pro bono legal support for civil rights cases and adoptions. She has been recognized as a Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in Commercial Litigation from 2021 to 2025 and is a 2025 Fellow of the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity. Elaina also serves on the board of Project Return and is active in professional groups such as the Nashville, Tennessee, and American Bar Associations. Through her work, she continues to deliver effective legal solutions and support to clients across industries.
Law Office Affiliations
- Member, Bass, Berry & Sims PLC
- Member, Nashville Bar Association
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, Tennessee Bar Association
- Member, Young Leaders Council
Licensed State
- Tennessee
Education
- Emory University School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Providence College
BA in Economics with Cum Laude
Awards & Badges



- Appeals
- Class Action
- Litigation
- Construction And Development
- Energy And Utilities
- Financial Markets And Services
- Health Care
- Securities and Investment Fraud