James Becker

James Becker is an experienced employment lawyer based in Memphis, Tennessee, who has been dedicated to resolving workplace legal issues since opening his office in 2006. He represents both employees and small business owners, offering balanced and practical legal solutions. Known for his strategic and affordable approach, he focuses solely on employment law matters.

James earned his B.A. in Political Science, cum laude, from Memphis State University in 1991. He then received his J.D. from Memphis State University School of Law in 1994, where he was honored with the American Jurisprudence Award in Legal Research and Writing. His academic foundation laid the groundwork for a long-standing and impactful legal career.

James has more than two decades of experience, including 12 years working in law offices before starting his own practice. Throughout his career, he has focused exclusively on employment law, helping clients with discrimination, wage issues, and workplace investigations. He is also a Rule 31 certified mediator in Tennessee and frequently teaches other attorneys and employers at legal seminars on worker rights.

James has handled a wide range of employment law cases under Title VII, the ADA, ADEA, ERISA, FLSA, and NLRA. His work includes litigation before the U.S. Supreme Court, the Fifth and Sixth Circuit Courts of Appeal, and multiple federal courts in Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi. He has also represented clients in cases involving non-compete agreements and trade secrets across the United States.

James Becker remains a dedicated advocate for those facing workplace legal challenges. Whether you are an employee dealing with discrimination or an employer needing guidance on compliance, his deep knowledge and balanced approach make him a trusted resource in Memphis employment law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding, Becker Law Firm
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• Member, U.S. District Court Western District of Tennessee (1994)
• Member, U.S. District Court Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas
• Member, U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit
• Member, U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit (1997)
• Member, U.S. Supreme Court

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• Memphis State University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Memphis State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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