“I give my time, talent, and resources to solve my client’s problems.”

Overview

With a wide range of clients, Ken Bryant regularly represents businesses in seeking a resolution of disputes whether in litigation or by way of alternative dispute resolution/mediation. Ken represents his clients in general business litigation of all types in both state and federal courts throughout the United States.

Ken offers each and every client a wealth of experience based on fairness, taking a straightforward approach that aligns well with his competitive nature. Enjoying the variety that each day brings, he works hard to solve his clients’ problems in a timely and efficient manner.

When away from work, Ken enjoys spending time with his family, preferably at a beach.

Ken earned his J.D. from the University of Tennessee College of Law and his B.A. from Vanderbilt University. He is certified as a Rule 31 mediator by the Tennessee Supreme Court. 

Experience

  • Dismissal of cases against bank for violation of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 and the Home Affordable Modification Plan.
  • Successful prosecution of non-solicitation claim on behalf of bank against former registered representative before a FINRA arbitration panel.
  • Serves as national counsel to the nation's largest release-of-information medical records processing company in the defense of class action litigation.
  • Defense of a national recycling facility with an Oak Ridge, Tennessee location in appellate litigation involving the manufacture of nuclear hazardous waste casks.
  • Defense of motor carriers in numerous lawsuits throughout the Southeast in cargo damage litigation on issues which include: federal Carmack Amendment preemption of cargo damage claims.
  • Limitations of liability in cargo damage claims, EFS National Bank v. Averitt Express, Inc., 164 F.Supp.2d 994 (W.D. Tenn., 2001).

Honors & Recognitions

  • Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent© Peer Review Rating
  • Listed in The Best Lawyers in America®: Transportation Law since 2007; Commercial Litigation since 2021
  • Listed in The Best Lawyers in America®: "Lawyer of the Year" in Transportation Law (2016, 2020
  • Mid-South Super Lawyers, Business Litigation (2008-2019, 2022-2023)

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Speaking Engagements

Events

Professional & Community

Civic Activities

  • Board Member and Chair of the Development Committee, Gilda's Club of Middle Tennessee (2022-2024)
  • Board Member, Nashville Conflict Resolution Center (2024)

Professional Activities

  • Transportation Lawyers Association
  • American Bar Association, Litigation Section
  • Tennessee Bar Association
  • Nashville Bar Association, Co-Chair Federal Courts Committee (2013-Present)
  • Nashville Bar Foundation
  • Conference of Freight Counsel, Chairman (2014-2016)

Paralegal/Assistant

Legal Practice Assistant

Alita Ingle
(615) 724-3259
adingle@burr.com

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