Lara E. Butler

Lara E. Butler is a highly respected attorney at Butler, Sevier, Hinsley & Reid PLLC, where she focuses exclusively on family law. With over 30 years of legal experience, Lara guides clients through complex domestic matters, including divorce, custody, support, and adoption, with integrity and personalized counsel.

Lara completed her undergraduate studies at Rhodes College in 1990 and earned her J.D. from the University of Memphis in 1993. While in law school, she was a member of the Law Review and earned the American Jurisprudence Award in Contracts I. She is also a Tennessee Rule 31 Listed Family Mediator.

Recognized for her service to the legal profession, Lara received the Sam A. Myar, Jr. Memorial Award in 2007. Her leadership includes serving as President of the Memphis Bar Association Young Lawyers Division and the Family Law Section. She has also held positions on the Memphis Bar Association Board and is a Fellow of the Memphis and Tennessee Bar Foundations.

Lara has an extensive record of published appellate cases, reflecting her litigation experience in high-stakes domestic disputes. Her Martindale-Hubbell BV rating underscores her strong ethical standards and legal skill, as rated by peers in the legal community.

In addition to litigation, Lara serves as a mediator and frequently presents at continuing legal education seminars. Her practical, client-focused approach ensures families are supported during life’s most challenging transitions. She works diligently to achieve favorable outcomes while maintaining the dignity of all involved.

Through a well-established legal practice rooted in excellence and compassion, Lara E. Butler continues to deliver effective representation across a wide range of family law issues. Her contributions to the Memphis legal community and her dedication to her clients mark her as a standout practitioner.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Butler, Sevier, Hinsley & Reid PLLC
• Member, Leo Bearman American Inn of Court
• Member, Memphis Bar Foundation
• Member, Tennessee Bar Foundation

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• University of Memphis
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Rhodes College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Awards & Badges