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About Paul Everette Tennison

Paul Everette Tennison is a lawyer practicing aging services, appellate, arbitration & mediation and 9 other areas of law. Paul received a B.S. degree from United States Military Academy West Point, and has been licensed for 8 years. Paul practices at Fields Howell LLP in Nashville, TN.

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Veterans Benefits
Posted by Logan
August 14, 2024
Hired Attorney

I cannot recommend Paul Tennison highly enough! He recently handled my Veterans Affairs appeal, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the very beginning, Paul demonstrated a deep understanding of VA law and took the time to thoroughly explain each step of the process to me. His dedication to my case was evident in the way he meticulously prepared all the necessary documentation and presented compelling arguments on my behalf. Paul was always available to answer my questions, and his communication was clear, prompt, and compassionate. Thanks to Paul’s expertise and tenacity, my appeal was successful, and I received the benefits I deserved. If you’re a veteran in need of legal assistance with a VA claim or appeal, Paul Tennison is the attorney you want in your corner. His commitment to his clients and his deep knowledge of the law make him truly outstanding.

 
General Practice
Posted by Anthony
August 01, 2024
Hired Attorney

At one point, I faced the daunting beginning of a divorce. I felt lost, concerned, and thoroughly confused. I reached out to multiple attorneys, each promising various outcomes. Many of them seemed to use scare tactics, leveraging my fears to push me towards difficult choices. Then I called Paul. He also outlined multiple possibilities, but unlike the others, he took the time to explain why each outcome was possible. This level of detail and patience was something I hadn't encountered before. I called him numerous times, probably to the point of being a bother, yet his thoroughness and ability to explain things never wavered. Having Paul in my corner during that challenging time was invaluable. His dedication and ethical approach stood out, making a significant difference. I highly recommend Paul as a legal counsel. He is one of the most ethical and hardworking attorneys I know. Some people are just born to practice law, and Paul is undoubtedly one of them.

 
Military Law
Posted by Ryan
July 26, 2024
Hired Attorney

Great attorney with military knowledge and understanding. Started immediately when I called and didn’t until issue was resolved. I will recommend to anyone that has military issues. If this good with military issues, will also be great with normal civilian cases.

Military Law
Posted by anonymous
February 21, 2023
Hired Attorney

Paul Tennison provided exceptional legal counsel with a more than favorable outcome. I highly recommend Paul for anyone needing legal counsel for family, business or military related matters.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 22, 2022
Hired Attorney

Mr. Tennison was very patient, polite and professional. He was simply giving a consultation and review with a opinion which was very valuable. The document had several issues when i attempted to execute it and I was back at square one again. I really appreciate the time and effort.

Property Law
Posted by anonymous
November 03, 2022
Hired Attorney

Working with this lawyer made everything go as smoothly as possible. I would use them again if I had another legal matter. I would also refer anyone I know to there office.

Military Divorce
Posted by Brandon
March 18, 2022
Hired Attorney

Usually you would hire a divorce attorney to help you dissolve your marriage. Paul did such an amazing job that he actually saved my marriage. He was so quick and efficient at producing documents that were of the highest quality. His work was at such a high caliber that it made my Wife and I realize what we were throwing away. We are now bonded together as married couple more than we have been in years. Thank you Paul. For everything!

 
Military Law
Posted by Cory
February 17, 2022
Hired Attorney

I contacted Mr. Tennison to get help with an issue with my son and the military. This issue was completely beyond my knowledge and I needed an attorney who knows the military and how to work within the parameters of that institution. Mr. Tennison worked quickly to set a meeting that fit our schedule. Time was of the essence in this matter and Mr. Tennison was flexible in making time to meet with us. He heard the scope of the situation, requested relevant information from me to gather background details, and set to work reviewing the materials and doing legal research for us. We started out with confusion and anxiety and felt like we finished with a solid foundation on which to make a decision about the path forward. He has a very calm demeanor, which helped us both conquer some of the apprehension we were feeling. My son can now move forward knowing the facts and the likelihood of a successful outcome. Mr. Tennison was extremely professional and helped us very much.

 
Veterans Benefits
Posted by Fred
October 11, 2021
Hired Attorney

Did a ton of work for my va claim. I had very little to do. Paul will only get paid if I win my case. Awesome guy, knowledgeable, and works hard for his clients.

Services

Areas of Law

  • Business Law 1
    • Business Litigation
  • Health Care
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Premises Liability
  • Products Liability
  • Transportation
  • Other 6
    • Aging Services
    • Appellate
    • Arbitration & Mediation
    • Construction
    • General Liability
    • Professional Malpractice & Ethics

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Associate
    Firm Name
    Fields Howell LLP

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2018, Tennessee
    Federal Department of Veterans Affairs
    U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee
    U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee
    U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee
    Memberships

    Memberships

    •Davidson County Veterans and Mental Health Court Assistance, Board Member, 2023-Present
    •Military Officers Association of America, Middle Tennessee Chapter, 2022-Present
    •Nashville Bar Association, NBA Veterans' Committee
    •Co-Chair, 2023
    •Chair, 2021-2022
    •Operation Headshot, Chief Legal Officer, 2022-Present

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Vanderbilt Law
    J.D.
    Other Education
    United States Military Academy West Point
    B.S.
  • Military Service

    Paul is a graduate of West Point where he achieved the following honors and participated in the following activities: Dean's List, West Point Color Guard American Flag Bearer and Executive Officer, and Intramural Sports. He has extensive military experience, including challenging training exercises overseas in Korea and Germany and highly stressful training environments as a Field Artillery officer. Paul continues to serve as a commander of a Field Artillery Battery in Tennessee.

  • Personal Details & History
    Hobbies & Interests

    Pro Bono - Legal Citizenship Coach with Tennessee Immigrant & Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC)

    Serves as a school Juris Doctor Applicant Mentor to veterans

    Hobbies - Paul's hobbies include bodybuilding and endurance. He has completed multiple 100KM bike rides, an Olympic distance triathlon, a marathon, and is currently a bodybuilder and member of the 1,000 lb. club.

Paul Everette Tennison

Associate at Fields Howell LLP
5.0
9 reviews

UBS Tower, 315 Deaderick St., Ste. 1700Nashville, TN 37238U.S.A.

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