Richard J. Myers

Richard J. Myers is a Tennessee attorney and a member at Glankler Brown, PLLC, whose practice centers on litigation, property law, public law, and governmental relations. His work includes business law and commercial litigation, conflict management, alternative dispute resolution, municipal law, and matters involving public entities. He has served as legal counsel to several Tennessee municipalities and brings substantial experience addressing disputes involving government operations, property interests, and commercial concerns. His practice combines courtroom advocacy with counsel on public-sector legal issues.

Richard earned his B.A., cum laude, from Loma Linda University. He later received his M.A., cum laude, from the University of Chicago. He earned his J.D. from Cornell Law School. His academic background provided the foundation for a practice involving litigation, property matters, governmental relations, and public law.

Richard served as City Attorney for Oakland, Tennessee, during two separate periods and for Gallaway, Tennessee, from 2009 to 2013. He served as Special Counsel for the City of Covington for many years and has represented the City of Memphis. His experience with local governments complements his work in commercial litigation, municipal matters, and dispute resolution. He has contributed substantial nonprofit service to local public schools, including leadership on major campus improvement projects.

Richard J. Myers brings decades of experience to litigation, governmental relations, property law, and municipal matters. He is admitted in Tennessee, the Western District of Tennessee, the Sixth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. Best Lawyers in America has recognized him for Arbitration. His professional involvement includes the Memphis Bar Association and service with civic and charitable organizations in the Memphis community.

Law Office Affiliations

• Member, Glankler Brown, PLLC
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• Member, Memphis Bar Association
• Board of Directors, Theatre Memphis
• Member, Memphis Area Master Gardeners
• Board of Directors, World Cataract Foundation

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• Cornell Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Chicago
  M.A.
• Loma Linda University
  Bachelor of Arts

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