Michael K. Atkins

Michael K. Atkins has practiced law since 1996, with 28 years of experience in litigation across Tennessee. He provides strategic legal guidance tailored to each case, working closely with clients and co-counsel to address pre-trial preparation, post-trial preservation, and the development of strong motions.

Michael earned his B.S. from the University of Tennessee in 1991 before completing his J.D. at the University of Memphis in 1996. His education laid the groundwork for a career focused on careful legal analysis and thorough case preparation, skills he continues to apply in a wide range of legal matters.

Michael represents clients in complex commercial and business disputes, insurance coverage and bad faith claims, product liability and toxic tort litigation, construction defect matters, transportation and trucking accidents, negligence actions, real estate disputes, and cutting-edge genomic testing cases. He has taken and defended numerous expert depositions in medicine, construction, transportation, and other highly technical fields, giving him a strong advantage in managing high-stakes, expert-driven litigation.

Michael has worked alongside national and international law firms representing corporations across the United States, securing positive results through collaborative efforts. He also serves local business clients with the same level of professional dedication, ensuring they receive comprehensive representation in both small-scale and complex matters.

Michael is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Tennessee and the United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts. His professional memberships include the Knoxville Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association, and Defense Research Institute, as well as prior involvement with the National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel.

Michael K. Atkins has earned recognition for his legal skills, being named among the Mid-South Super Lawyers from 2017 through 2023. His consistent track record in trial work and client-focused approach reflect his commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for those he represents.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Reynolds, Atkins, Brezina & Stewart, PLLC
• Member, Knoxville Bar Association
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• Member, Defense Research Institute
• Member, National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel (NARTC)

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• University of Memphis
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Tennessee
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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