Janet S. Hayes, Appellate Attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatLewis Thomason, P.C.
Knoxville, TN
Practicing appellate in Knoxville since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Janet S. Hayes is a shareholder based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment. Janet has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis Thomason, P.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Knoxville, TN
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Class Action · Employment
- Handles Appellate, Class Action, and Employment matters from Knoxville, TN.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Janet S. Hayes: Janet S. Hayes is a shareholder based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment. Janet has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis Thomason, P.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Janet's practice areas in Knoxville
Janet concentrates on appellate, class action, employment, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Janet handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Appellate cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Janet takes appellate matters in Knoxville, 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 Janet agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Janet takes class action matters in Knoxville, 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 Janet agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Janet takes employment matters in Knoxville, 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 Janet agrees to represent you.
General cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Janet takes general matters in Knoxville, 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 Janet agrees to represent you.
Biography
Janet S. Hayes, appellate attorney serving Knoxville
Janet S. Hayes is a shareholder based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment. Janet has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis Thomason, P.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Janet works from Knoxville, Tennessee and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Janet Hayes, a Shareholder in the Knoxville office, is an advocate for employers and businesses across the state. Her practice focuses on employment and appellate law.
Ms. Hayes has successfully defended all types of employment claims including sexual harassment, retaliatory discharge, discrimination, workers’ compensation, invasion of privacy, wage/hour claims, and denial of benefits. She has also argued more than 50 appeals in Tennessee’s appellate courts, including the Supreme Court of Tennessee, and federal appeals in the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.
With almost 30 years of litigation experience, Ms. Hayes now devotes most of her time to developing litigation-avoidance strategies for her clients. She drafts client-specific employee handbooks, policies, and employment contracts to provide legal compliance while enhancing business success. She also conducts manager/supervisor training classes and compliance audits. Employers frequently call upon Ms. Hayes to conduct formal investigations of employee complaints and allegations of internal wrongdoing. Her investigations have included allegations of sexual harassment, discrimination, embezzlement, misappropriation of time, abuse of leave policies, fraud, and generalized claims of mismanagement and unprofessional conduct.
PROFESSIONAL HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
•Named The Best Lawyers 2023 Employment Law - Management “Lawyer of the Year” in Knoxville
•Named The Best Lawyers 2021 Litigation/Labor and Employment Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Knoxville
•Named to The Best Lawyers in America ,Employment Law-Management, Litigation-Labor and Employment
•Member, Order of the Coif
•Member, ALFA International Employment Law Steering Committee
•Frequent speaker and panel discussion moderator at ALFA events
•Board of Trustees of Carson-Newman College (Prior Board Chair)
•Previous member, Board of Directors of Baptist Health Systems
•Previous member, Board of Directors of Mercy Health Partners
•Named one of Knoxville’s “40 Under 40' in 2008
•Named a Cityview Magazine “Top Attorney” for nine years
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Ms. Hayes is actively involved in the community. She is active in her church where she teaches and serves on several committees and teams.
Working with Janet on a appellate matter
Janet Hayes, a Shareholder in the Knoxville office, is an advocate for employers and businesses across the state. Her practice focuses on employment and appellate law. Ms. Hayes has successfully defended all types of employment claims including sexual harassment, retaliatory discharge, discrimination, workers’ compensation, invasion of privacy, wage/hour claims, and denial of benefits. She has…
Clients Janet works with
Janet reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, class action, and employment matters in Knoxville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Janet studied and practices
University of Tennessee
J.D. · 1996
Carson-Newman College
B.A. · 1993
Jurisdictions
Janet's state bar admissions
Tennessee
1996 · ACTIVE
Janet studied at J.D. in University of Tennessee and B.A. in Carson-Newman College.
Law school and academic background
Janet completed J.D. in University of Tennessee and B.A. in Carson-Newman College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Janet runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Janet's legal honors and published work
Janet has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Janet's professional memberships and bar associations
Affiliations •American Bar Association •Tennessee Bar Association •Knoxville Bar Association
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Locations
Janet S. Hayes's office in Knoxville
Janet's primary office is at 900 South Gay Street, Suite 300, Knoxville, TN, 37901. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lewis Thomason, P.C.
900 South Gay Street, Suite 300
Knoxville, TN 37901
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Client reviews of Janet S. Hayes — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Janet S. Hayes — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Janet usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Janet charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Janet'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; Janet will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Janet
Janet discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Janet confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Janet's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Janet S. Hayes
How much does it cost to hire Janet for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Janet walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Janet offer a free consultation?
Janet charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Janet's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Janet's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Janet gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Janet take my case if I'm outside Knoxville?
Janet 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 — Janet 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 Janet?
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. Janet will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Janet accepting new appellate clients right now?
Janet's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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