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Employment Lawyers in Memphis, TN: 2026 rankings

22 employment lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Memphis: Barrett & Farahany (Formerly Known As The Crone Law Firm, PLC), LFR Score 64/100; 4.7★ from 265 Google reviews.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Morgan & Morgan, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 22.

  3. 2

    Most-reviewed: Morgan & Morgan, 2,575 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 22 ranked; ranked #2.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

22 Memphis employment lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 5 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 22 rated law firms.

Top 10 employment lawyers in Memphis at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 employment lawyers in Memphis at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Barrett & Farahany (Formerly Known As The Crone Law Firm, PLC)644.7★ (265)Memphis—Top score
2Morgan & Morgan634.6★ (2,575)MemphisOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours, Most reviews
3Punchwork624.8★ (65)Memphis——
4Johnson & Bennett, PLLC624.5★ (97)Memphis——
5John Michael Bailey Injury Lawyers614.7★ (344)MemphisOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
6Tennessee Employment Law Center593.7★ (3)Memphis——
7Norwood & Atchley573.7★ (3)Memphis——
8Jackson Shields Yeiser & Holt563.7★ (21)Germantown, 14 mi away——
9Reaves Law Firm, PLLC554.1★ (56)MemphisOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
10Reaves Law Firm, PLLC554.4★ (821)Memphis——

All 22 employment lawyers in Memphis, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Ranked #1 in Memphis

    #1 Barrett & Farahany (Formerly Known As The Crone Law Firm, PLC)

    Based in Memphis

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 265 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 265 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    88 Union Ave Ste 420, Memphis, TN 38103
    View profile for Barrett & Farahany (Formerly Known As The Crone Law Firm, PLC)(901) 587-5900

  2. #2 Morgan & Morgan

    Based in Memphis

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 2,575 Google reviews, the most in Memphis.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 2,575 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    80 Monroe Ave Ste 900, Memphis, TN 38103
    View profile for Morgan & Morgan(901) 333-1900

  3. #3 Punchwork

    Based in Memphis

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 65 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6584 Poplar Ave 2nd Floor - Suite 5, Memphis, TN 38138
    View profile for Punchwork(901) 582-7810

  4. #4 Johnson & Bennett, PLLC

    Based in Memphis

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 97 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 97 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1407 Union Ave Ste. 807, Memphis, TN 38104
    View profile for Johnson & Bennett, PLLC(901) 563-1886

  7. #7 Norwood & Atchley

    Based in Memphis

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    254 Court Ave 2nd floor, Memphis, TN 38103
    View profile for Norwood & Atchley(901) 528-8300

  8. #8 Jackson Shields Yeiser & Holt

    Based in Germantown, 14 mi away

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Labor relations attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    262 German Oak Dr, Cordova, TN 38018
    View profile for Jackson Shields Yeiser & Holt(901) 754-8001

  9. #9 Reaves Law Firm, PLLC

    Based in Memphis

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 56 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    254 Court Ave Ste. #102a, Memphis, TN 38103
    View profile for Reaves Law Firm, PLLC(901) 586-3893

  10. #10 Reaves Law Firm, PLLC

    Based in Memphis

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 821 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 821 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2650 Thousand Oaks Blvd #3100, Memphis, TN 38118
    View profile for Reaves Law Firm, PLLC(901) 352-0333

  12. #12 Donati Law, PLLC Memphis

    Based in Memphis

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 326 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 326 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1545 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38104
    View profile for Donati Law, PLLC Memphis(901) 209-5500

  14. #14 Reaves Law Firm, PLLC

    Based in Southaven, 8 mi away

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    View profile for Reaves Law Firm, PLLC(901) 352-0333

  15. #15 Wooten Law Office

    Based in Memphis

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    120 E Court Square, Covington, TN 38019
    View profile for Wooten Law Office(901) 475-1050

  16. #16 Becker Law Firm

    Based in Memphis

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1038 Oakhaven Rd, Memphis, TN 38119
    View profile for Becker Law Firm(901) 881-6205

  17. #17 Miller Law Firm

    Based in Memphis

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2400 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38112
    View profile for Miller Law Firm(901) 327-3434

  20. #20 Blount Law Firm PLLC

    Based in Memphis

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.8★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.8★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5100 Poplar Ave #2515, Memphis, TN 38137
    View profile for Blount Law Firm PLLC(901) 529-9377

  22. #22 Holland & Hisaw Attorneys at Law

    Based in Horn Lake, 13 mi away

    47/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 57 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3010 Goodman Rd W Ste A, Horn Lake, MS 38637
    View profile for Holland & Hisaw Attorneys at Law(662) 342-1333

Also serving Memphis

20 more employment lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked employment lawyers serving Memphis
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alders and Lewellyn, PLLC5.0★ (574)In Memphis
Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys4.7★ (154)In Memphis
Apperson Crump PLC4.0★ (82)In Memphis
Balestrini, Barnes, Jaber & Wood, PLLC4.9★ (962)In Memphis
CLF Abogados, PLLC ( Lawyers)4.8★ (336)In Memphis
Frager Law Firm, PC4.3★ (58)In Memphis
Francavilla Law Firm5.0★ (245)In Memphis
Heermans Disability Law Firm4.9★ (123)In Memphis
Hurst Immigration Law, PLLC (abogada de inmigracion)4.9★ (94)In Memphis
Johnson and Johnson PC4.4★ (67)In Memphis
Juliet Hill Akines3.1★ (43)In Memphis
Mc Cullough Law3.8★ (58)In Memphis
McLaughlin Law Office4.9★ (205)In Memphis
Mendelson Law Firm3.1★ (55)In Memphis
Pickford Law PLLC4.9★ (155)In Memphis
Siskind Susser, PC4.6★ (203)In Memphis
Southern Injury Attorneys4.8★ (108)In Memphis
The Wharton Law Firm4.3★ (64)In Memphis
The Working Law Firm4.6★ (93)In Memphis
Wener & Associates3.7★ (66)In Memphis

How we ranked Memphis employment lawyers

We scored 22 Memphis employment lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Memphis data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose an employment lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many employment law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask whether the firm represents employees, employers or both, and whether that creates a conflict for your matter.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask an employment lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • Do you represent employees, employers or both?
  • What could I recover, and what would it cost me?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Employment lawyers in Memphis: frequently asked questions

Which employment lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Memphis?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked employment lawyer in Memphis, TN is Barrett & Farahany (Formerly Known As The Crone Law Firm, PLC) with an LFR Score of 64/100. It has 4.7★ from 265 Google reviews. Morgan & Morgan (#2) and Punchwork (#3) follow. We ranked 22 employment lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many employment lawyers are there in Memphis?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 22 employment lawyers serving Memphis, TN. 18 of them are based in Memphis; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which employment lawyers in Memphis are open 24/7?

4 ranked employment lawyers in Memphis post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Morgan & Morgan (#2), John Michael Bailey Injury Lawyers (#5) and Reaves Law Firm, PLLC (#9). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which employment lawyers in Memphis work on weekends?

5 of 22 ranked employment lawyers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Morgan & Morgan (#2), John Michael Bailey Injury Lawyers (#5) and Reaves Law Firm, PLLC (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Memphis employment lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 22 rated employment lawyers in Memphis is 4.3★, with a median of 32 reviews. Morgan & Morgan has the most, 2,575 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank employment lawyers?

Each employment lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do employment lawyers outside Memphis count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Memphis city center, our service radius for employment lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can employment lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do employment lawyers in Memphis, TN charge?

Employment lawyers who represent employees often work on contingency or a mix of contingency and hourly fees; employer-side work is usually hourly. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $388 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

Is there a deadline for a discrimination claim?

Yes. A federal discrimination charge must generally be filed with the EEOC within 180 days, or 300 days where a state or local agency enforces a similar law. Ask a lawyer before the deadline passes. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of employment lawyers in Memphis, TN ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Memphis?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Memphis

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 22 employment lawyers serving Memphis.

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