Geoffrey Morris, Business Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and International · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratWaller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP
Memphis, TN
Practicing business in Memphis since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Geoffrey Morris is a partner based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business, General, and International. Geoffrey has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Business · General · International
- Handles Business, General, and International matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Geoffrey Morris: Geoffrey Morris is a partner based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business, General, and International. Geoffrey has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Geoffrey's practice areas in Memphis
Geoffrey concentrates on business, general, international, m&a, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Geoffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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M&A
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Business cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Geoffrey takes business matters in Memphis, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Geoffrey agrees to represent you.
General cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Geoffrey takes general matters in Memphis, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Geoffrey agrees to represent you.
International cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Geoffrey takes international matters in Memphis, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Geoffrey agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Geoffrey takes m&a matters in Memphis, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Geoffrey agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Geoffrey takes real estate matters in Memphis, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Geoffrey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Geoffrey Morris, business attorney serving Memphis
Geoffrey Morris is a partner based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business, General, and International. Geoffrey has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Geoffrey works from Memphis, Tennessee and takes on business matters across the region.
Geoffrey Morris is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions, technology and 3 other areas of law. Geoffrey received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 44 years. Geoffrey practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Memphis, TN.
Geoffrey's approach to business cases
Geoffrey Morris is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions, technology and 3 other areas of law. Geoffrey received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 44 years. Geoffrey practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Memphis, TN.
Clients Geoffrey works with
Geoffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and international matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Geoffrey studied and practices
Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
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Jurisdictions
Geoffrey's state bar admissions
California
1983 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
1982 · ACTIVE
Geoffrey studied at — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Geoffrey completed — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Geoffrey runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Geoffrey's legal honors and published work
Geoffrey has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Geoffrey's professional memberships and bar associations
Business Law Section Intellectual Property Section
membership
Locations
Geoffrey Morris's office in Memphis
Geoffrey's primary office is at 1715 Aaron Brenner Drive, Suite 300, Memphis, TN, 38120. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP
1715 Aaron Brenner Drive, Suite 300
Memphis, TN 38120
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Client reviews of Geoffrey Morris — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Geoffrey Morris — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Geoffrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Geoffrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Geoffrey's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Geoffrey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Geoffrey
Geoffrey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Geoffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Geoffrey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Geoffrey Morris
How much does it cost to hire Geoffrey for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Geoffrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Geoffrey offer a free consultation?
Geoffrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Geoffrey's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Geoffrey's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Geoffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Geoffrey take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
Geoffrey is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Geoffrey will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Geoffrey?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Geoffrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Geoffrey accepting new business clients right now?
Geoffrey's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville in Tennessee
Geoffrey handles business matters throughout Tennessee. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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